Explore Bethesda, Wales in 8 Days

  1. Day 1: Caernarfon Castle
    22 minutes (9.5 miles) from Bethesda

    Explore the grandeur of Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to the 13th century.

  2. Day 2: Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
    8 minutes (3.1 miles) from Caernarfon Castle

    Feel the thrill of zip-lining at Zip World Penrhyn Quarry, the fastest zip line in the world.

  3. Day 3: Snowdon
    24 minutes (9.2 miles) from Zip World Penrhyn Quarry

    Hike up to the summit of Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, for breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

  4. Day 4: Penrhyn Castle and Gardens
    18 minutes (6.9 miles) from Snowdon

    Visit the stately Penrhyn Castle with its beautiful gardens and stunning views of the Menai Strait.

  5. Day 5: Llanddwyn Island
    1 hour, 3 minutes (43.9 miles) from Penrhyn Castle and Gardens

    Take a stroll on the serene Llanddwyn Island with its picturesque lighthouse, sandy beaches and stunning sunsets.

  6. Day 6: Great Orme Tramway
    1 hour, 8 minutes (49.6 miles) from Llanddwyn Island

    Take a ride on the Great Orme Tramway, one of the oldest cable trams in the world, for fantastic views of the coast and countryside.

  7. Day 7: Bodnant Garden
    16 minutes (8.5 miles) from Great Orme Tramway

    Explore the enchanting Bodnant Garden with its vibrant flowers and cascading waterfalls.

  8. Day 8: Conwy Castle
    11 minutes (4.1 miles) from Bodnant Garden

    Visit Conwy Castle, a medieval fortress with stunning views over the Conwy River and the town's narrow streets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Caernarfon Castle (2 hours, £10)
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (2 hours, £50)
  • Snowdon (6 hours, free)
  • Penrhyn Castle and Gardens (3 hours, £15)
  • Llanddwyn Island (4 hours, free)
  • Great Orme Tramway (1 hour, £9)
  • Bodnant Garden (4 hours, £15)
  • Conwy Castle (2 hours, £10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £119

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Plas Newydd House and Gardens or the ancient copper mines in Parys Mountain. If you have less time, skip Great Orme Tramway or Llanddwyn Island and spend more time exploring the other attractions.

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