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Castle Tours in Wales: The 6 Worth a Whole Day

6 tours  ·  from $35

A short trip never has a spare day going free. These 6 castle tours in Wales pay for the slot they take, timed and costed so the decision takes minutes.

Portmeirion, Castles and Snowdonia Tour - Conwy gives you medieval walls and a choice of pace
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Portmeirion, Castles and Snowdonia Tour

1.Portmeirion, Castles and Snowdonia Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 383 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring North Wales by 16-seat minibus with a local guide such as Freddie, Fredy, or Chris. The route links Great Orme, Conwy, Caernarfon, Portmeirion, Snowdonia, Swallow Falls, and Llanrwst. Portmeirion, castle entries, and some small attractions cost extra, so bring money or a picnic.

“Excellent tour guide, Freddy, who shared his knowledge about the local area as well as Welsh history. Really enjoyed the variety of stops and it took away the hassle of planning trips ourselves. Our favorite stops were The Great Orme and Snowdon would 100% recommend.”

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Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour - Great Orme begins the morning with sea views
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Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour

2.Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $90

Set out from Llandudno with guides such as Phil, Freddie, Guy, or Chris for a nine-hour tour through North Wales. You’ll visit Conwy, Caernarfon, and Dolbadarn castles, pause at mountain lakes and viewpoints, see Penrhyn Quarry, and hear local stories along the way. Admission fees, lunch, and snacks are not included.

“Well planned and timed Freddy was very good informative polite good driver very friendly accomating.”

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Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery - Starting with the story of gin and Hensol Castle
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Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery

3.Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34Best value

At Hensol Castle Distillery in Pontyclun, you’ll spend 90 minutes with a guide such as Hugo learning gin’s story, exploring more than 50 botanicals by touch, taste, and smell, sampling three gins, and choosing a complimentary gin and tonic. The tour is in English, limited to 18 people, and ends at the distillery bar.

“Hugo was full of knowledge and looked like he was really enjoying himself it was really interesting and the gin was delicious”

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From Llandudno: Snowdonia National Park & Three Castles Tour

4.From Llandudno: Snowdonia National Park & Three Castles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 182 reviews · 9 hours · from $88

Spend nine hours with a local guide such as Phil, Freddie, Chris, or Guy, touring Conwy, Caernarfon, Snowdonia, the Great Orme, Pen-y-Pass, and Dolbadarn Castle. Travel by minibus, hear Welsh myths and local history, and enjoy time to explore several stops independently. Castle entry fees and lunch are extra.

“Absolutely amazing and was very informative. Worth the money”

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Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour - Nash Point brings the strongest coastal scenery
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Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

5.South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Cardiff in a small group of up to eight with a guide such as Max or Alex. Walk Barry’s seafront, see Nash Point Lighthouse and cliffs, explore Ogmore’s ruins, visit St Fagans, and finish at Caerphilly Castle. Castle admission costs extra, and only small bags are allowed.

“Great locations, great guide who shared a lot of knowledge about the region. I would definitely recommend.”

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Small group Holyhead shore excursion in Caernarfon castle - Inside Caernarfon Castle for 75 minutes
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Small group Holyhead shore excursion in Caernarfon castle

6.Small group Holyhead shore excursion in Caernarfon castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Travel from Holyhead across Anglesey and the Menai Strait to Caernarfon Castle in a small group of up to eight. Guide Trevor leads the castle visit, covering its design, Welsh rulers, and recent royal history. You get castle admission, tea or coffee, and time in Caernarfon before returning to port.

“Driving was comfortable, guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Caernarfon castle was very impressive. We really enjoyed the tour.”

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