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Where will yoUr joUrney tAke you?

Personalise your self-drive tour of Snowdonia National Park, taking in the mountain landscapes of Snowdon, dramatic scenery of Anglesey, and remote nature reserves of Llandudno. 

Start & End

Cardiff or Manchester – Cardiff or Manchester

When to travel

March – September

Pricing

From $1,500pp (ex.flights)

Currency: $USD

key hIghlIghts
of this itinErary

Betws y Coed in Snowdonia National Park in Wales

history

Discover the impact of the slate industry on the Welsh culture and landscape in Snowdonia and visit 700-year-old castles on the island of Anglesey.

Atlantic Puffin Shetland in Scotland

nature

From the breathtaking views of the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the abundant nature reserve of the Great Orme Headland, immerse yourself in the beauty of Wales.

Snowdonia in Wales

adventure

Take your Land Rover off-roading at Peckforton Castle, hike the highest mountain in Wales, or dabble in sea kayaking around Anglesey on your personalised self-drive adventure.

why we lOve this toUr

This is your time to explore everything you’ve ever dreamed of from the Celtic regions. Far off places, beautiful independent businesses and friendly locals await you.

With your personalised itinerary in one hand and our user-friendly app in the other, you’ll take to the open road in one of our beloved, lovingly maintained Land Rovers. 

Enjoy all the flexibility of driving holidays, with the security of knowing you have an expert team just a message away. 

Scottish Scenery from inside a Land Rover

yOur joUrney, yoUr way

All Celtic Routes self-drive tours are unique, curated to suit you. Take a look at our sample itinerary as a starting point to begin planning your perfect trip.

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snowdonia 360

day 1

Arrival

Arrive near the Welsh border where we’ll introduce you to your Land Rover. Put it through its paces with an off-roading experience at Peckforton Castle.

day 2

Snowdonia’s peaks and slate heritage

Head to the heart of Snowdonia and the village of Llanberis. Take on the mighty Mount Snowdon by foot or take the historic Snowdon Mountain Railway to the summit.

day 3

Explore Anglesey

Known for its sweeping beaches and ancient castles, Anglesey is the largest Welsh island. Enjoy the views with a boat trip to visit Puffin Island or enjoy scenic strolls along coastal paths.

day 4

Great Orme Headland

Drive back through Snowdonia or head around the bay to Llandudno with a scenic drive around the Great Orme Headland, taking a tram through the abundant nature reserve.

Progress – Day 1 of 4

Celtic Routes Land Rover Snowdonia in Wales Puffin on the coast of Scotland Great Orme

Start & End

Cardiff or Manchester – Cardiff or Manchester

When to travel

March – September

Pricing

From $1,500pp (ex.flights)

Currency: $USD

moUnt snOwdon

From the village of Llanberis at the foot of Mount Snowdon, choose your route to hike the highest peak in Wales.

Or sit back and relax with a trip on the Snowdon Mountain Railway, a historic steam train that will take you past breathtaking views on your way to the summit.

Snowdonia in Wales
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day 2

Mount Snowdon

anglEsey

Start with a visit to one of Wales’ greatest castles, the 700-year-old Caernarfon, which overlooks Anglesey over the Menai Straits.

Take a boat trip around Puffin Island to see the largest colony in Wales, then head out to the romantic outcrop of Llanddwyn Island, one of the most picturesque locations in Wales. 

Puffins on Handa Island
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day 3

Anglesey

cIty of Slate

Discover Wales’ legacy of slate production in Blaenau Ffestiniog, the ‘city of slate’.

Explore deep networks of caves and mines or trace the journey of slate on the world’s oldest narrow gauge railway past lush pastures and stunning waterfalls. 

Betws y Coed in Snowdonia National Park in Wales
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day 4

City of Slate

mOre thAn a plaCe to slEep

We have visited and handpicked all of the accommodation we offer, from regal Victorian mansions to cosy country inns. Wherever your tour of Wales takes you, your accommodation will be more than a place to lay your head, it’ll be a key part of your once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Massey Griffin

the felin fach griffin

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The small touches make The Felin Fach Griffin such a fantastic place to stay, from soft lighting and local art to homemade biscuits and fresh flowers. Enjoy a warm welcome and multi-award-winning regional dishes from one of the top 50 gastropubs in the UK.

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Barafundle Bay in Wales

palé hall

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Lose yourself in this regal Victorian mansion and 50-acre estate on the fringes of Snowdonia National Park. Everything about this remote location exudes elegance, from the exceptional service to the highly-accoladed restaurant. 

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We’re trusted by clients across the world to make their Celtic adventure the trip of a lifetime. Hear what they have to say:

Cardiff Castle

graham & shelley hoover

Wales | Snowdonia 360

If you are looking for a self-guided Land Rover excursion in the UK then look no further. Graham and Alexia customised for us just exactly what we were after. The routes we travelled, our accommodation, the restaurant suggestions and the sightseeing opportunities they provided us with and of course the vehicles were top notch. Their response to emails if we had questions seemed to be immediate leaving us feeling confident the entire trip. We will not hesitate to rebook with Celtic Routes Land Rover Tours for our next UK excursion.

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rob van gorder

Ireland | A Taste of the Wild Atlantic Way

Celtic Routes was terrific to work with and took care of everything including the accommodations and even dinner reservations. They delivered the car to us after leaving Dublin and the tablet was preloaded with the itinerary, directions, and ideas for things to do everyday. The car was a Land Rover Defender which was really fun to drive and they provided all the needed items for picnics including tea, water and snacks. We stayed in places we would have never found on our own and all were very unique. The drop-off of the car was at a Dublin airport hotel and Graham the owner met us and then drove us to the airport for our flight to our next destination. I would highly recommend Celtic Routes.

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scottish hilly scenery

martin & maria stibbard

Scotland | Highlands & Islands

From start to finish, we were so impressed with our experience and holiday with Celtic Routes. Very responsive to our requests and helped us with all our planning, going above and beyond to ensure we saw as much of beautiful Scotland as we could. The holiday itself was amazing, great locations, considerate planning and the hotels we stayed in were first class. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone planning a stress-free trip to Scotland and beyond.

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mAke the joUrney yoUr own

In one of our Land Rovers, you’re literally in the driving seat of your self-drive tour. Work with our destination experts to craft your perfect, personalised itinerary. 

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Couple in a Celtic Routes Land Rover map reading

enQuire abOut this Tour

    Please let us know your total budget per person for your tour. As a guide, our popular 7 day NC500 itinerary in a mid-size vehicle typically costs £2,900 per person excluding flights, during the summer months

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    what’s

    inclUded?

    Your Celtic Routes holiday comes with everything you need to enjoy your tour of Wales to the fullest. From a spacious Land Rover suited to the wilder parts of your Celtic adventure, to a dedicated app featuring your itinerary, map and weather forecast, we’re with you every step of the way.

    Land Rover Hire

    Full insurance for two people

    Accommodation

    Breakfast each day

    Personalised handover and collection

    Detailed personalised trip notes

    Dedicated expert travel advisor

    App navigation

    Cultural information

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