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Walk the Welsh Highland Railway

7 Days Porthmadog to Caernarfon
Walk the Welsh Highland Railway
Walk the Welsh Highland Railway
Walk the Welsh Highland Railway

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Exodus 7 Day Walk the Welsh Highland Railway. You begin on the coast at Porthmadog, with your accommodation a short walk from the marina before heading into the Snowdonia National Park. The walks will take you through the idyllic natural beauty of the park, through woodland, along ridges and rivers, across moorland and beside lakes to end with the summit of Snowdon at 1,085m, the highest point in the British Isles outside the Scottish Highlands. Routes are planned to combine walking with sections of travel on the Welsh Highland Railway (tickets included), read more allowing more distance to be covered.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Porthmadog

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Caernarfon

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
Exodus
Trip Style
Trip Style

Walking & Trekking

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

16-99 Years

Pace
Pace

Leisurely

Tour Code
Tour Code

W06WR

Itinerary

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).

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) (B).

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) (B).

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 Ty Mawr (Breakfast included) (B).

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 Ty Mawr (Breakfast included) (B).

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 Anglesey Arms Hotel (Breakfast included) (B).

Explore the grand medieval town of Caernarfon, with its mighty castle, pretty harbour and views across the Menai Strait to Anglesey before departing (B).

Trip Inclusions

Operator

Exodus
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Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and is not operating this season. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view general release dates for all destinations.

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