Welsh Highland and Puffin Island

Known as the region that roofed the world, experience a preserved slice of time at the National Slate Museum and explore an industry and way of life that chiselled its way into the very being of this region.

Journey to the roof-top of Wales taking the scenic route to the summit of Snowdonia on a traditional diesel locomotive and enjoy the untamed beauty of the landscape.

Sitting between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait is Penrhyn Castle – famed for its fascinating items (notably a one-ton slate bed) elaborate restorations and extensive gardens. 

Cross the Menai Strait to Anglesey and board a cruiser to Puffin Island, where among the monastic slate-topped ruins reside puffins and a variety of other wildlife. 

Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis***

Set in a peaceful mountain setting at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of gardens. All bedrooms have tea/coffee facilities, TV, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi.   The hotel does not have a lift but there are plenty of ground floor rooms.

Price includes

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

Entry to Penrhyn Castle and Gardens

Return diesel rail journey on Snowdon Mountain Railway

Entry to National Slate Museum

Cruise to Puffin Island

5 days/ 4 nights

Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis***

Set in a peaceful mountain setting at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of gardens. All bedrooms have tea/coffee facilities, TV, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi.   The hotel does not have a lift but there are plenty of ground floor rooms.