Maritime heritage, castles, mountains and culture
Best of Liverpool & North Wales
Five days connecting one of Britain’s great cultural cities with the castles, landscapes and living stories of North Wales.
At a glance
Britain’s maritime gateway, music & the landscapes of North Wales
5 days / 4 nights
One carefully chosen base
Maximum 14 guests
Small by design
Liverpool & North Wales
One journey, two remarkable regions
April to October
Selected departures
Ideal for: Music, heritage, landscapes and travellers looking beyond the familiar.
Freedom to discover differently
A different story of Liverpool & North Wales
From Liverpool’s waterfront and musical legacy to the mountains, castles and communities of North Wales, this journey explores two neighbouring regions shaped by remarkably different stories.
Discover Liverpool through its people, architecture and cultural influence before travelling beyond the city into landscapes where Welsh language, industrial heritage and centuries of history remain part of everyday life. Along the way, thoughtful guiding and carefully chosen experiences reveal the connections between these places – and the stories that make each of them distinctive.
What makes it special
Two countries, connected by remarkable stories
Castles, mountains & coast
From Conwy’s medieval walls to the dramatic landscapes of Eryri, North Wales reveals centuries of history within an extraordinary natural setting.
Music that travelled the world
Explore the Liverpool that shaped The Beatles and discover how four young musicians transformed popular culture far beyond their home city.
Industry, innovation & identity
Discover communities shaped by slate, sea and industry – and the stories of migration, ingenuity and cultural identity that connect Liverpool and North Wales.
Carefully designed for you
Your journey, day by day
DAY 1
Liverpool: Britain's Gateway to the World
Arrive in Liverpool and meet your guide before discovering the city’s remarkable waterfront, architecture and maritime story. Explore the places that shaped Liverpool’s identity as a global port before gathering for a relaxed welcome dinner together.
Included: Dinner, guided walking tour
DAY 2
Liverpool & The Beatles
Explore Liverpool’s cultural heritage through the story that made the city famous around the world. Visit the neighbourhoods and places connected with The Beatles before discovering the city centre and the continuing influence of music on Liverpool today.
Included: Breakfast, admissions and full-day guiding
DAY 3
Conwy, Snowdonia & Betws-y-Coed
Cross into North Wales to explore the magnificent medieval town of Conwy before travelling through the spectacular landscapes of Snowdonia National Park. Enjoy time in Betws-y-Coed before returning to Liverpool.
Included: Breakfast, Conwy Castle admission and full-day guiding
DAY 4
Llangollen, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Chester
Follow the Dee Valley to Llangollen before experiencing the extraordinary Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of industrial engineering. Continue to historic Chester, where Roman foundations and medieval streets reveal another layer of the region’s story.
Included: Breakfast, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct boat trip, full-day guiding
DAY 5
Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast before it is time to say farewell to North West England and continue your onward journey.
Included: Breakfast.
The essentials taken care of
What's included in your journey
Included
- 4 nights’ accommodation in a carefully selected Liverpool hotel
- Daily cooked breakfast
- Welcome dinner
- Expert local guiding throughout the programme
- Admissions and experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Comfortable private transportation on touring days
- All applicable local taxes
Not included
- Travel to and from Liverpool
- Lunches and dinners unless stated
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
A comfortable base
Unpack once. Explore more.
Stay in one carefully selected Liverpool hotel throughout the journey, giving you the freedom to settle in rather than continually packing and moving on.
From this comfortable city base, each day reveals a different part of Liverpool and North Wales before bringing you back to familiar surroundings each evening.
Choose your departure
Dates & prices
Departure
06 June 2027
20 June 2027
22 August 2027
10 October 2027
from
£1,995
per person
Based on two guests sharing
Single supplement applies
Good to know
Before you travel
Activity level
Moderate. This journey includes walking on uneven ground, historic streets, steps and heritage sites.
Getting here
The tour begins and ends in Liverpool. Rail and air connections are available from across the UK.
Group size
Maximum 14 guests, allowing us to travel comfortably and keep visits personal.
What to bring
Weather can change quickly in North Wales. Comfortable walking footwear and waterproof outerwear are recommended.
Ready to discover the North?
Your place on the journey awaits
Join a small group and discover Liverpool and North Wales through the people, places and stories that connect them.