Private Snowdonia’s Mountains, Lakes & Mines Tour

Llandudno, GB
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Highlights

  • Magical drive around Great Orme with spectacular views
  • Explore the beautiful Conwy Castle
  • Witness the guarding Welsh Dragon of Snowdonia
  • Visit Penrhyn Quarry, once the world's largest slate quarry
  • Venture down into an old copper mine for a self-guided tour

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What to expect

1

Llandudno Railway Station

Meeting point. We start out tour after a briefing, and meander through llandudno and its promenade before taking the dive of the orme

2

Great Orme

A magical drive around Great Orme's one-way road with its spectacular mountain drop off into the sea. This is the longest coastal one way road in the UK. Keep an eye out for rock climbers on the limestone cliffs, fishermen casting off the rocks, an abundance of wildlife, birds, wild goats, and often dolphins and seals, as well as views towards the Snowdonia mountains and Anglesey

Duration 45 minutes
3

Castell Conwy

We pass through the ancient village of Conwy where you will get the see one of the most beautiful castle settings in Europe

4

Bethesda

View the guarding Welsh Dragon of Snowdonia, hidden in woodland overwatching for invaders to our lands. (limited parking - if parking space unavailable we have to bypass this stop)

Duration 30 minutes
5

Zip World Penrhyn Quarry

Next, you'll head on to Penrhyn Quarry for a chance to see how our mining history has moved with the times and merged with the adrenaline adventure industry of today's generations. Once the world's largest slate quarry to now the world's fastest zip line!

Duration 30 minutes
6

Nant Ffrancon Pass

We enter the Snowdonia national park, and the glicial valley of Nant FFrancon. The mountains and lakes here start to envelope us, and the senery takes a dramatic change

Duration 40 minutes
7

Llyn Ogwen

Another majestic stop with breathtaking scenery, however next to the lake of Ogwen we learn about a historic find at the lake which is linked to the legend of King Arthur and Excalibur

Duration 30 minutes
8

Sygun Copper Mine

No visit to Snowdonia would feel complete unless you ventured down into one of its many thousands of mines from all the ages. Here we visit a self guided tour of an old copper mine and its history and workings are revealed.

Duration 90 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
9

Beddgelert

Wonder the quaint mountain village of Beddgelert where you will learn the legend of Gelert the faithful hound and how the village has it historic name. And take a walk to the historic monument where Gelert was laid to rest.

Duration 65 minutes
10

Yr Wyddfa

Stop at Snowdonia viewpoint. Know as one of the UK's most spectacular views, this 360 panoramic view of snowdonia's horseshoe, gwynant valley and lakes, and the glyder's make it a photographers dream.

Duration 30 minutes
11

Pen-y-Pass

Another of snowdonias spectacle. Pen y pass is one of Wales most beautiful drives. A V-shaped valley, dramatic scenery on the drive on route to Llanberis

Duration 20 minutes
12

Castell Dolbadarn

A few minutes walk through woodland are worth the views alone. Dolbadarn Castle, built by the Welsh Prince Llywelyn the Great during the early 13th century is at the base of the Llanberis Pass and overlooks Padarn Lake. The castle was important to both militarily and as a symbol of Llywelyn's power and authority.

Duration 50 minutes
13

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A quick photo opportunity, looking up the beautiful lake of Padarn towards Mount Snowdon

Duration 10 minutes
14

Menai Suspension Bridge

Built in 1820, the worlds first large scale suspension bridge. We take a drive over this iconic bridge and a stroll under its arches and breathing surroundings.

Duration 35 minutes
15

North Wales

A drive along the beautiful North Wales coastal road, enjoying the mountains, coastal beaches, and scenic views on our return leg to Llandudno

Duration 35 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Stroller must be collapsible as limited space is available / Not all locations are stroller accessible
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    For infants under 3yrs, you must bring your own child seat.
Provided by Adventure Tour Snowdonia

What our experts say

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    Bring snacks for the journey.
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    Wear comfortable walking shoes.
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    Capture photos at Yr Wyddfa viewpoint.
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    Consider visiting the local café in Beddgelert.
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    Check Sygun mine admission before booking.

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