Caernarfon Castle: Explore Welsh History

Experience the breathtaking beauty of North Wales on a day trip from Manchester. Explore the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, visit waterfalls, ride a steam railway, and marvel at the historic Conwy Castle.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Conwy - Discover the renowned town of Conwy, a delightful Welsh town that offers stunning views by the sea. Explore the iconic medieval fortress, Conwy Castle, and stroll along the town walls. Wander down to the harbor or visit the numerous shops and cafes.
  • Caernarfon Castle - This medieval fortress is rich in Wales’ captivating history. It…
What's Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Caernarfon Castle
  • Commentary from an expert driver-guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Caernarfon Castle Included
The tour will begin in the historic seaside town of Conwy, where visitors will have the opportunity to explore and enjoy the attractions that make Conwy a beloved destination.
After wandering through the town, the journey will continue to the breathtaking Snowdonia National Park, offering numerous chances for photo stops and a…

Location
NCP Car Park Manchester Store Street
Store Street
Meet at 08:55 - Exit Piccadilly Station via the main doors. Follow the walkway to Caffe Nero, cross the lights, & turn left onto London Road. Walk 100m, passing under the footbridge. Turn left under the railway bridge opposite Motel One. The car park is straight ahead. W3W: ///panels.detail.small
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Derek_l
Dec 12, 2025
Wales is an amazing... - Wales is an amazing place, and we really loved the stops chosen for this tour. A pity the weather was temperamental in some areas, but overall a great day out with a knowledgeable guide. Will be back!
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Carolyn
Nov 2, 2025
Great Day In Wales! - This day trip to Wales is fantastic - I highly recommend Mountain Goat Tours - and our driver Paul was top notch. He added the perfect amount of personal experiences to make the areas we visited come alive. If you are on the fence - book it - you won't regret it. The scenery is gorgeous & the castles very interesting. We fell in love with Wales!
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Howard_p
Oct 18, 2025
Our driver, Jean, was... - Our driver, Jean, was fantastic. She was knowledgeable and had a great personality. The bus was comfortable and clean. The tour was very interesting and well worth the cost for our group.
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Ruzica_p
Oct 4, 2025
AMAZING tour so much to see and hear - Fantastic tour with beautiful stories and mesmerizing nature to see. I highly recommend. It was relaxing enough because you spend a lot of time riding in a minivan, but visiting castles was my favorite. I love this history and seeing these old castles still standing. Imagine what was happening there during that period! So incredible. One advice to the tour guide Mountain Goat, better description of the location pick up point. We had a hardest time finding this point because this part of the city is in levels. You were upstairs at the train station but you have to go below the bridge in a different street. We spent 20 min looking for the pick up point.
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T9776zbrosep
Oct 4, 2025
AMAZING tour so much to see and hear - Fantastic tour with beautiful stories and mesmerizing nature to see. I highly recommend. It was relaxing enough because you spend a lot of time riding in a minivan, but visiting castles was my favorite. I love this history and seeing these old castles still standing. Imagine what was happening there during that period! So incredible. One advice to the tour guide Mountain Goat, better description of the location pick up point. We had a hardest time finding this point because this part of the city is in levels. You were upstairs at the train station but you have to go below the bridge in a different street. We spent 20 min looking for the pick up point.
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Nancy_b
Aug 29, 2025
Nice introduction to Northern Wales - The tour is a nice overview of northern Wales with a visit to Snowdonia National Park and Carnevon castle, with several other stops in picturesque Welsh towns. The weather was great and our guide, Paul was outstanding. We learned all about outdoor activities in this area as well as hiking and mountain climbing. The trip was not grueling, with just enough stops for bathroom breaks, food and photos.
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Vanessa_t
Aug 26, 2025
Awesome! Must do! - It was amazing. You have enough free time in different places and informations on it. The day went trough in a nice atmosphere and we absolutely would like to do it again if we had the chance.
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Thescottishkiwi38
Aug 20, 2025
Fab day out - highly recommend! - Fantastic trip with a knowledgeable and good humoured guide. Got to see some great castles and scenic spots, just the right balance between enough time to mooch about and not too much. Thought we packed just the right amount into the day, the coach was very comfortable, and our guide was friendly, funny and knew his stuff. Did it solo and didn’t feel awkward being on my own at all 😊
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Dawnd1065
Jul 29, 2025
A whistle stop tour of North Wales - We had a fantastic time with Ian the driver. Ian was very knowledgeable and showed us as many sights as the day allowed. We visited two castles Conwy and Caenarvon and lots of great places. I would recommend it and definitely go on another one.
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Roger_h
Jul 14, 2025
Wonderful, serene and charming landscapes - Unexpectedly beautiful route, which actually offers more attractive stops than promised. The drive through Snowdonia, for example, also includes at least one stop with wonderful views of lakes and valleys, not just the break in the small town. Our guide Mark was super friendly. Recommendation to the operator: start a bit earlier and include Portmeirion as well.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).