The Stream in the Sky, Llangollen Rail & Charming Chester

From a morning pickup in your local area, we travel by coach to our hotel.

We embark on our unique canal journey, which features a trip along the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Translated in English as ‘the bridge that connects’, the incredible feat of Victorian engineering carries the Llangollen Canal across the River Dee and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Next up is an idyllic horse-drawn cruise, instantly transporting us to a bygone era. Llangollen is part of an 11-mile stretch of canal which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and our leisurely trip is the perfect way to soak up the peace and tranquility of the town’s beautiful waterways. We travel via Horseshoe Pass, also known as, ‘Pass of the Cold Stream,’ a mountain pass that separates Llantysilio Mountain to the west and Marilyn Cryn-y-Brain to the east. The pass is known to cyclists as one of the most spectacular routes to ride, but no peddling is required, we can sit back, relax and enjoy the fantastic views!

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We enjoy a guided walking tour of Chester, famed for its beautiful black and white Tudor buildings and unique ‘rows’ where the picturesque galleries run above the central shops. The most prominent buildings in the city centre include the town hall and cathedral, formally the church of St Werburgh’s Abbey, dating back to the Norman era, plus the remnants of the Roman city walls. After our tour, enjoy time at leisure. As well as an abundance of historical attractions, Chester also has a thriving shopping centre with a host of cafés, restaurants and pubs to tempt you after our tour.

Full Day

We head back to picturesque Llangollen and climb aboard one of the vintage carriages at the town’s heritage Steam Railway, operated by volunteers, and watch the ever-changing scenery unfold on a spectacular journey through the Dee Valley to Corwen.

Afterwards, we drive through the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia National Park to the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed. There are plenty of craft shops and cafés to enjoy, set against the backdrop of coniferous forests, which has earned this area the name ‘Little Switzerland’. Elsewhere, look out for the ancient 14^th-century church of St Michael’s, which is one of the oldest in Wales, or head to the historic Pont-y-Pair bridge for postcard-perfect views.

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and board the coach for the journey home.