Itinerary Expand all Porthmadog to Caernarfon Day 1 Arrive in Porthmadog On arrival in the coastal town of Porthmadog head out for a stroll around the marina before finding somewhere to eat near the guesthouse. Stay overnight at Yr Hen Fecws Guesthouse (Breakfast included) Day 2 Porthmadog (Nantmor) to Beddgelert Take the short heritage rail journey to Nantmor from where you head, up and over, through ancient woodland and across the moor to beautiful Llyn Dinas. You follow the course of the river, passing the Sygun Copper mine on to the picturesque village of Beddgelert.Stay overnight at Plas Tan y Graig B&B Guesthouse (Breakfast included) Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 At Beddgelert From the day you arrived you'll have seen Moel Hebog rising above Beddgelert. Today you will enjoy a circular hike from the picturesque village and through the surrounding farmland before making an ascent towards the summit before it opens out onto a plateau. Enjoy a grassy descent down the other side, winding through Beddgelert forest before returning to the village. Stay overnight at Plas Tan y Graig B&B Guesthouse (Breakfast included) Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Beddgelert to Rhyd Ddu Spend time this morning exploring the small shops and cafes in the village, before a gentle stroll via Gelert's grave, the faithful hound to 13th century Llewelyn, prince of North Wales, to your next train station. Take the Heritage train to Rhyd Ddu and walk on to your overnight stop, the Cwellyn Arms.Stay overnight at Cwellyn Arms (Breakfast and evening meal included) Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 5 At Rhyd Ddu Today's hike begins with a big climb but it's worth the effort. Nantlle Ridge is a stunning ridge walk with views across the water to Anglesey and inland towards Snowdon: a sneak peak of what tomorrow has in store. Stay overnight at Cwellyn Arms (Breakfast and evening meal included) Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 6 Snowdon The grand finale. Your final hike ascends the Rhyd Ddu path to Snowdon’s summit. Take time at the top to enjoy the 360° views before descending via the Ranger’s path, you’ll finish at the Snowdon Ranger’s station before taking the Heritage train on to your final destination, Caernarfon. Stay overnight at Celtic Royal Hotel (Breakfast included) Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 Depart after breakfast Explore the grand medieval town of Caernarfon, with its mighty castle, pretty harbour and views across the Menai Strait to Anglesey before departing. Meals included: Breakfast
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Hotels and Guesthouses On this trip, you'll stay in a mix of guesthouses and hotels. They all either have their own restaurant or there are local options for eating. All the accommodations are in traditional brick buildings with comfortable furnishings and bedrooms are all ensuite.
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