3 - 7 May 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Wales with Johnsons Coaches staying at The Royal Victoria Hotel
Book NowMonday 3rd May 2027 Friday 7th May 2027
5 Days
From £999
Discover the dramatic landscapes of North Wales on this memorable escorted coach holiday, based at the Royal Victoria Hotel in Llanberis, close to the foot of Snowdon. Enjoy a wonderful collection of scenic rail journeys through Snowdonia, from lakeside rides and mountain adventures to historic narrow-gauge routes through valleys, coast and countryside. Highlights include Portmeirion, Betws-y-Coed, Bala Lake Railway, Llanberis Lake Railway, Snowdon Mountain Railway, Ffestiniog Railway and the Welsh Highland Railway, with time to explore charming towns along the way. With included excursions, dinner, breakfast and Johnsons friendly service, this is a superb break for railway lovers and scenery seekers alike.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion on the shores of Cardigan Bay
Enjoy scenic journeys on the Bala Lake Railway and Llanberis Lake Railway
Ride the world-famous Snowdon Mountain Railway for breathtaking mountain views
Travel on the historic Ffestiniog Railway through the heart of Snowdonia
Experience the Welsh Highland Railway through Beddgelert and on to Caernarfon
Day One: Arrival
Depart from your Henley in the morning travelling to North Wales and arrive late afternoon at the Royal Victoria Hotel.
Day Two
Our first visit today takes us to the shores of Cardigan Bay and Portmeirion. We visit this unique attraction - the setting for to cult TV series 'The Prisoner'. From here we drive to Betws-y-Coed where we have a break with time for lunch. This afternoon we head for Bala and enjoy a ride on the diminutive Bala Lake Railway, returning later to the hotel.
Day Three
This morning we join the Llanberis Lake Railway for a delightful ride along the lake shore. We have time to explore and obtain lunch in Llanberis. Later take 'A Majestic Mountain Adventure' and have a ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway. This world famous little train takes you on a breathtaking ride up Mount Snowdon which, at 3560 ft (1085m) the highest mountain in England and Wales. The views are stunning and this is not to be missed. (Snowdon Mountain Railway journey length is subject to change according to timetables & weather)
Day Four
We begin with a ride through the beautiful National Park of Snowdonia to Blaenau Ffestiniog. Here we catch the Ffestiniog Railway for an exhilarating ride across the mountains, descending to the sea at Porthmadog. We have time to explore and have lunch in Porthmadog before catching the Welsh Highland Railway train which takes us through Beddgelert and back to Caernarfon.
Day Five
After breakfast, we leave and begin our journey home.
The Royal Victoria Hotel
At the foot of Mount Snowdon, the Royal Victoria Hotel is cradled between Lakes Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peries. The Snowdon Mountain Railway is within 100 metres and provides a breath-taking journey up the mountain to the summit.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
3-Star * En-suite * TV * Telephone * Tea & Coffee Making Facilities * Hair Dryer * WiFi
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast
Club Class extra legroom coach
Ffestiniog Railway
Bala Lake Railway
Llanberis Lake Railway
Welsh Highland Railway
Portmeirion
Snowdon Mountain Railway
Date, Price & Supplement
3 May 27
£999
Single Room: NIL
Insurance: £40
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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| Henley in Arden Depot | Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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