Snowdonia & Chester Day Tour from Manchester

From£74.35

10 hours

Lancaster, United Kingdom

About this activity

A full-day guided tour from Manchester to Snowdonia National Park and Chester, featuring scenic landscapes, historic sites, and cultural experiences.

Highlights

Explore Snowdonia's stunning landscapes
Discover Chester's Roman heritage
Visit historic Chester Cathedral
Enjoy scenic drives through Welsh countryside
Experience traditional Welsh culture

Full description

Set off from Manchester on an unforgettable day trip to Snowdonia National Park and the historic city of Chester. In Snowdonia, marvel at breathtaking mountain vistas, lush valleys, and serene lakes. Explore charming villages and learn about the rich Welsh heritage. In Chester, wander through the well-preserved Roman walls, visit the impressive Chester Cathedral, and stroll along the picturesque River Dee. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical exploration, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a comprehensive Welsh experience.

Included / Excluded

Guided tour of Snowdonia National Park
Visit to Chester's historic city center
Admission fees to key attractions

Meals and personal expenses

Itinerary

Admission to Conwy Castle included in the tour price. Your first stop of the day is Conwy. This must be one of the most picture-perfect harbour towns in the world. You can see a castle perched by the sea, the ‘world’s smallest house’, and lots of cute restaurants boasting the best fish and chips. Located near an impressive pair of bridges, this brilliantly preserved 13th-century fortress is a visual treat.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Pass by: Discover the jagged peaks of Wales’ premier national park.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

You venture along the winding, scenic roads of the Snowdonia National Park before you arrive in Betws-Y-Coed. This quaint town is known as the gateway to Snowdonia and is famous for its alpine trees and cosy cafes.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

This is one of England’s most historic towns, which means there are a lot of things to do here. We advise you to go straight to the ancient cathedral and learn about its remarkable past.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Important information

Know before you book

Tour operates in English; non-English speakers may need a translator.
Children under 5 may not be suitable for the tour's duration and terrain.
Pets are not allowed on the tour.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
Bring a waterproof jacket in case of rain.
Carry a camera to capture scenic views.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport

Good to know

Conwy Castle - Included in tour price
Chester Cathedral - Admission is free (donations encouraged) and you do not need to pre-book.
Please arrive at least 15 mins in advance to check-in.
We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
Please note that tour timings are for reference only and may vary for operational reasons.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
*Please note that Conwy Castle will be closed from 15-24 May (inclusive); instead, we will visit Caernarfon Castle

Traveler reviews

4.8

184 reviews

166

Great overview of North...

Great overview of North Wales and Chester. Comfortable bus and very informative and helpful driver Steve.

Jane_RMay 24, 2026VIATOR

Magical experience

An incredibly nice trip. The guide very knowledgeable with lots of easygoing humor and charm. Nice layout of today's different experiences and stops. The only thing that could be improved is the legroom of the seats in the bus.

Annika HMay 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Highly Recommend

Absolutely top guide in Stuart. His passion and experience was obvious and he was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to chat with. Bit challenging to find the meeting location for someone who doesn't know Manchester well.

kate_hewitt1987May 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Tour oganisers are very unsupportive

We couldn't make it for this tour ,due to a health issue ..the organisers are very difficult to reach over phone..they didn't send any reminder or a notification the previous day or on the morning..they didnt reach out to us Pls be alert on your upcoming tours and head out in time to avoid unpleasant experience.

Rupkala_NApr 2, 2026VIATOR

Great tour!

Darren made a cloudy situation into a good time! Although the weather wasn’t what we expected, he kept an optimistic view during the whole tour. The tour was great, thank you!

Cristhal_BMar 25, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Conwy Castle - Included in tour price Chester Cathedral - Admission is free (donations encouraged) and you do not need to pre-book. Please arrive at least 15 mins in advance to check-in. We regret that we are unable to permit children under 5 years on our tours. You are allowed up to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours from Manchester. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items. Please note that tour timings are for reference only and may vary for operational reasons. In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.

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