Private Tour
Shore Excursions - Bespoke Day Tour of North Wales
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
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Embark on an unforgettable day exploring North Wales, tailored to your interests and preferences. Experience the enchanting beauty of North Wales in comfort as you discover its rich tapestry of stunning landscapes, historic landmarks, and cultural treasures.
From the rugged mountain ranges and pristine lakes to picturesque villages and breathtaking coastal views, each stop offers a unique glimpse into the region's fascinating history and natural splendor.
Enjoy the flexibility of a personalized itinerary, allowing you to delve into local legends, marvel at impressive engineering feats, and take in dramatic vistas. With expert guides providing insightful commentary and a luxury vehicle ensuring a smooth and relaxing journey, our bespoke tour promises an exceptional and immersive experience of North Wales's most captivating sights.
We are trusted experts at designing and delivering bespoke first class private tours for international clients.
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Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Menai Bridge
The Menai Straits separate the isle of Anglesey from mainland Wales, and is known for its historic bridge and stunning natural beauty. The Menai Suspension Bridge, located near Bangor in North Wales, is a historic and architectural marvel connecting the island of Anglesey to the Welsh mainland. Designed by the renowned engineer Thomas Telford and completed in 1826, this bridge was the world's first major suspension bridge. It spans the Menai Strait with an impressive length of 580 feet, showcasing Telford's innovative engineering techniques. The bridge not only revolutionized transportation in the region by facilitating more efficient travel but also stands as a symbol of industrial progress. Today, it remains a vital and picturesque landmark, blending historical significance with stunning views of the surrounding natural landscape.
Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve
Cwm Idwal, nestled within Snowdonia National Park in North Wales, is a breathtaking glacial valley renowned for its dramatic landscapes and rich geological history. Enclosed by towering cliffs and craggy peaks, including the famous Y Garn and Glyder Fawr, Cwm Idwal is centered around Llyn Idwal, a pristine mountain lake with crystal-clear waters. This area holds significant botanical interest, with diverse alpine flora thriving in its unique microclimate, famously studied by Charles Darwin. Cwm Idwal's rugged beauty, combined with its accessibility via well-maintained trails, makes it a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts seeking to experience the wild and serene Welsh wilderness. Drive through the region with a short break to take in the view. Well worth a stop off to take in the scenery and have a few photographs.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Our vehicle is equipped with refrigerated bottled water
Device Charging, Leather seats, Rear Climate Controls, Tinted privacy glass
Entry/Admission costs to Ticketed Attractions GBP 12
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Shore Excursions - Bespoke Day Tour of North Wales
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Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hands down, this is THE tour guide for northern Wales.
media19,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Coming from the USA, my wife and I knew very little about the history or geography of North Wales. We shared our general interests and preferences with John in advance, allowing him to create a bespoke tour just for the two of us. He responded with an itinerary perfectly aligned with our tastes, and after a few thoughtful tweaks back and forth, he finalized a full-day experience that included a wonderful variety of elements. John picked us up at our hotel in a clean, comfortable Mercedes van, complete with water and Welsh treats. We hit it off immediately as he shared his deep love and knowledge of Wales during the drive. He even taught us a few Welsh phrases along the way—an amusing and memorable addition, especially as we struggled to pronounce them. John struck the perfect balance between historical education and engaging anecdotes, which truly enriched our experience. He is flexible, good-humored, and—most importantly—kind. During our excursion, he stopped to give an injured elderly man we encountered along the roadside a lift back to his home, something we fully supported. That simple act showed us who John really is as a person and reflected the way the Welsh look out for one another. It is a moment we will never forget. John made North Wales the highlight of our U.K. trip. If you want to experience North Wales in an immersive and meaningful way, we cannot recommend Celticos highly enough.
Best guide ever
Kate B,,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was the perfect guide for our American group. His love and knowledge of Wales was boundless. Such the right balance of education/facts with letting us socialize. He was flexible and kind and always good-humored. Vehicle was clean, and we got complimentary water and Welsh treats, plus some fun sampling of the language. John made Wales the highlight of our U.K. tour. We all want to visit again!
Hands down our best guide of our 18 day trip to the British Isles!
J681IQkellyl,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John Pritchard was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable, friendly and loves his country! Highly recommend John. Our best tour guide of our 18 day visit to the British Isles.
Wonderful Tour of North Wales!
bobandpattyr,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We recently toured Northern Wales, with John Pritchard of Celticos Tours as our guide. Our experience with John exceeded our expectations. John was responsive, knowledgeable, personable, and adapted the tour to meet our needs. We would highly recommend John!
Great time seeing Wales
K8148QGdavidp,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I spent a day with John, and we thoroughly enjoyed what he showed us (including adjustments of the route based on changes in local weather) and getting to see his home town. Highly recommended!
Holyhead, Wales to Southampton, England
X808KUcarolc,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did a two-day tour with John. We arrived in Wales via ferry from Ireland, and he helped me find the ferry that worked best with our tour schedule. He picked us up at Holyhead Port and drove us to Southampton, England. He worked with me to create an itinerary that best fit my needs. I wanted to see historical sites and must-see places, and John delivered. He created a memorable itinerary that felt more like a road. One that I will never forget! We saw two castles, charming villages, a few UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and many other beautiful places. John also took us to a sheep farm, which was one of my favorite stops—I still think about it often! I highly recommend this company to anyone visiting Wales and England. John is amazing—kind, patient, and very knowledgeable.
We got very lucky in finding Celticos
S4980WNjons,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide services provided by John Pritchard with Celticos Tours exceeded our expectations. John's knowledge of the north coast of Wales is extensive and his family history in the area adds color and a depth to understanding in getting to know its people and culture. John is polite, fun, accommodating, and generous with his special treats (e.g., Welsh cakes) along the way. John fulfilled all of our requests with ease. Even checked us into our hotel (along with our luggage) while we grabbed lunch. Big kudos to John.
John Pritchard - Guide Extraordinaire!
DallyA2,,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was flexible in organizing our private tour (shore excursion) of Anglesey. At our request, he took us to the Bryn Celli Ddu burial site, the Penrhos Feilw Standing Stones and the Ty Mawr hut circles on Holyhead Mountain. John was punctual, courteous, informative, professional yet friendly and an enjoyable guide with whom to spend the day. He also shared with us his favourite sites in Anglesey such as the Snowdonia National Park and Cwn Idwal, which were magnificent. We were able to see Anglesey through John's eyes, as his love for this part of the world was communicated to us. it was an 8 hour tour but we were back in time before the ship sailed. Dally and Sue
Stop searching - book it!
kellye732,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! Stop scrolling for guides and book John directly! I was fortunate to find John who expertly put together a custom first time visit to Wales tour with a special emphasis on my family ancestry. I was short on time (just one day), and John not only brought the local knowledge, language and expertise, but the energy to cover over 200 miles to visit a wide variety of spots from castles, to cultural icons, to natural wonders, cute villages and local food specialties. John also squeezed in sites relevant to my ancestry, even texting along the way a genealogy colleague who provided a missing piece to the puzzle! John is charismatic, funny and an excellent guide. Flexible and imaginative all along the way. He was still sending me ideas of things to do the next day! I couldn't have been more thrilled with the experience in John's capable hands. Entrusting someone out of the blue with such an important experience can be stressful - but I will be back one day and John is my first call. Don't hesitate! Thank you John for making my trip so memorable!
Our full-day tour of...
Joseph C,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our full-day tour of North Wales with John was absolutely fantastic! As a proud native of Wales, he brought every stop to life with his deep knowledge, engaging stories, and genuine love for the region. From the stunning views of Menai Bridge to the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, the charm of Beddgelert, the history of Caernarfon Castle, and the dramatic cliffs at South Stack Lighthouse, John made each location unforgettable. His warmth, humor, and passion for sharing Welsh culture made the day both educational and fun. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide—highly recommended! Diolch yn fawr, John!
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