North Wales Coast Path Walking Holidays
A beautifully preserved part of the world, where coast path links nature reserves and ancient structures with the time-honoured holiday destinations that span these shores. Arguably one of the less strenuous, more accessible sections of the Welsh coast – the North Wales Coast Path makes for a fitting introduction to anyone taking the Wales Coast Path journey.
- Nights
- 2 to 9 Nights
- Distance
- 19.5 to 80 miles
- Location
- North Wales
- Difficulty
- Easy to Moderate – Moderate
- Season
- Mar to Oct
- Price from
- £295
Highlights
Promenades and Piers Extend Over this North Wales Coastal Walk
- Over on the western shore of Conwy you have Bodlondeb Wood, an area of National Trust parkland and a popular destination for walkers
- Ample opportunity for hikers to take in the panoramic views given from the tip of Great Orme
- Conwy Castle, breathtaking views from the fortress battlements
- St. Trillo’s Chapel
- which with a capacity of six people, is the smallest chapel in the British Isles
- Charming Victorian seaside resorts of Llandudno and Colwyn Bay
Gateway to the Shape of a Nation on the North Wales Coast Path
Travelling out of England, with Liverpool sat parallel across the estuary as you depart, the North Wales Coast Path steers a close course to a winding coastline, scattered with a succession of Victorian seaside resorts. Between the coastal towns, there are many historical sites of interest such as Bronze/Iron age settlements and medieval Castles - all bearing testimony to human activity in this region throughout the ages.
The promenades and piers that stretch over the sands are a bright and promising prospect as they appear over the winding hills towards Bangor. One of the most distinctive landmarks of our North Wales walks, the limestone headland of Little Orme lies on the outskirts of Llandudno. Overlooking the Irish sea, the picture-postcard seaside town is brought beautifully into view from its peak.
Path Walkthrough
Your route follows the River Dee through Flint, whereupon it widens into an estuary - meeting the coast at Flint Castle. From the mouth of the estuary at Talacre lighthouse the journey is predominantly coastal path as you follow the Gronant dunes out at Prestatyn. The trail through the Victorian resorts along the coast is fairly easy going, with the route through Prestatyn to Llandudno characterised by promenades, beaches and fields.
The Orme section approaching Conwy is comprised of hill and headland, where you have steep ascents and descents towards Llanfairfechan. The final section of the path is considerably less challenging, with the route skirting around nature reserves and through woodland areas, taking a disused railway line toward the city of Bangor.
Choose Your Walk
Our North Wales Coast Path Itineraries
Chester to Bangor
79 miles (127.1 km)From £1,390 Per Person
From £1,125 Per Person
North Wales Coast Path - Captivating Conwy
19.5 miles (31.4 km)NWCP-CON1
From £405 Per Person
NWCP-CON2
From £295 Per Person
Key Information
- Good standard accommodation at a mixture of guesthouses, farmhouses, local inns and B&Bs with en-suite or private facilities wherever possible
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfers
- Personal transfer between accommodation and path that form a part of our standard package
- Route planning
- Walk pack including Trail Guide and mapping, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details
Customise your trip?
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
North Wales Coast Path Client Reviews
4.8/5 based on 16 reviews
"Using Celtic trails to make the accommodation / travel arrangements makes it so much simpler and hence more enjoyable. The company has a wealth of local knowledge which we do not have"
"Well organised and clear instructions."
"They make things easier without holding your hand all the way."
"Flawless, already have recommend to friends."
"Celtic Trails were wonderful, very organized and the lodging's were superb."
"One of the most remarkable experienced I have had"
"Good way to do a long distance walk if you don't want to do all the organising yourself."
"Excellent service. I always feel fitter for the exercise and the fresh air and not having to do anything other than put one foot in front of the other!"
"A good opportunity to experience the culture of Wales, the people, the sites, the animals. We felt safe and well taken care of. We appreciate the effort taken to find high quality accommodations."
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Points of Interest
The Wales Coast Path
The North Wales Path forms part of the 870 miles of Wales open for discovery along the coast. This route heralds the start of the Wales Coast Path and from here, your holiday can be extended to anywhere on the trail. Find out more on walking the Wales Coast Path here.
The North Wales coast marks an introduction to the Wales Coast Path and one of the more accessible regions available as you cross over into the more mountainous west. The Anglesey Coastal Path continues from the point of Bangor, skirting around the wild, rugged features of the island.
ConwyCastle
Built as part of Edward I's campaign to solidify his position in Wales, the imposing structure has withstood the test of time with a concentric design that would soon be developed further in the castle at Beaumaris. Approaching the 12th century castle, the combination of the bridge adjoining the fortifications over the town cuts an impressive figure, and visiting at night, the structure is floodlit.
Conwy gives visitors the opportunity to walk top portions of the curtain wall, and ascend higher to the tops of the towers. From these vantage points you can survey the layout of the castle interior, as well as the landscape before you. The castle is open daily from 9:30am.
Bodnant Gardens
Five generations of one family kept and developed the gardens, until they were donated to the National Trust in 1949. The gardens span across 80 acres, with tracts of land regularly being allocated for new developments and species.
Getting to the gardens means a de-tour inland, perhaps something to consider for a rest day. A bus from Llandudno or Conwy will take just under an hour. The gardens are open from 10 - 5pm and there are tea rooms and craft stalls on site.
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Customise your trip?
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
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