Riding High – the Stream in the Sky 2026
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Chester
© Great Orme Tramway
Llandudno & Great Orme
Mold Church
Our hotel is ideally situated for visiting attractions in North Wales and Chester. With visits to the Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno, historic Chester, Llangollen and a boat trip on the amazing Pontcysyllte Aqueduct canal, our tour explores the highlights of this beautiful area.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Chester & River Cruise
We spend today at leisure in the historic city of Chester which has the most complete city walls and largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1,000-year-old cathedral and 700-year-old unique shopping rows. Visit the cathedral (free entry) and its 13th century refectory before heading to the High Cross at midday (11am on race days) to hear the Town Crier’s public proclamations (Tues - Sat Jun - Aug). In the afternoon, we enjoy a 30 minute return river cruise on the River Dee, sailing upstream, under the suspension bridge to the city limits.
Day 3 Mold & Llandudno
Wednesday is market day in Mold, so after breakfast we make the short journey to the town to enjoy a quick stroll around its popular street market, one of the biggest and best in North Wales, held since 1808! From here, we enjoy a lovely drive via Colwyn Bay to the ‘Queen of Welsh’ resorts, Llandudno, with its wonderful beaches and lovely wide promenade. While here we enjoy a ride to the top of the Great Orme on the beautifully restored tram.
Day 4 Llangollen & Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
We have free time this morning in Llangollen. In the afternoon, we enjoy a 2 hour motorised canal boat trip on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, taking us along a five mile stretch of the Llangollen Canal. Our trip includes crossing the world famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, known as the ‘Stream in the Sky’, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct has been named as the most captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world – that’s some accolade!
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Chester & River Cruise
We spend today at leisure in the historic city of Chester which has the most complete city walls and largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1,000-year-old cathedral and 700-year-old unique shopping rows. Visit the cathedral (free entry) and its 13th century refectory before heading to the High Cross at midday (11am on race days) to hear the Town Crier’s public proclamations (Tues - Sat Jun - Aug). In the afternoon, we enjoy a 30 minute return river cruise on the River Dee, sailing upstream, under the suspension bridge to the city limits.
Day 3 Mold & Llandudno
Wednesday is market day in Mold, so after breakfast we make the short journey to the town to enjoy a quick stroll around its popular street market, one of the biggest and best in North Wales, held since 1808! From here, we enjoy a lovely drive via Colwyn Bay to the ‘Queen of Welsh’ resorts, Llandudno, with its wonderful beaches and lovely wide promenade. While here we enjoy a ride to the top of the Great Orme on the beautifully restored tram.
Day 4 Llangollen & Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
We have free time this morning in Llangollen. In the afternoon, we enjoy a 2 hour motorised canal boat trip on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, taking us along a five mile stretch of the Llangollen Canal. Our trip includes crossing the world famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, known as the ‘Stream in the Sky’, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct has been named as the most captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world – that’s some accolade!
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Beaufort Park Hotel
Mold, Flintshire
The independently run Beaufort Park Hotel offers a warm welcome, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. The hotel is set in the village of New Brighton, just 2 miles from the historic market town of Mold. All 107 well-appointed bedrooms are traditional in style and equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Although the hotel does not have a lift, 31 of the bedrooms are on the ground floor. There is an informal restaurant offering a relaxed dining experience, a cosy bar and a comfortable lounge.
Beaufort Park Hotel
Mold, Flintshire
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £316pp
No Single Supplement (max 6 incl driver)
Inclusions
• Return cruise on the River Dee
• Tram ride to the top of Great Orme
• Motorised canal boat trip
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