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The Isle of Anglesey maybe considered small but as the fifth largest island off the coast of Britain, it provides a treasure trove of stunning historic and cultural sites to see on this full day island tour.
Separated from the mainland by two bridges, you cross the narrow Menai Strait and almost immediately you can start to enjoy the stunning coastal vistas across looking back onto the mainland and the Snowdonia Hills.
Anglesey is an island full of intriguing places to discover and features 125 miles of stunning coastline wrapping the island in mystery and legends.
From tranquil fishing villages, to beautiful bays, tucked away cosy pubs for nice lunch stops, historic castles, monuments, stately homes and gardens. The island is also home to Neolithic and Bronze Age communities, whose burial mounds remain.
To help you get acquainted with the local culture of Wales and how we name towns and villages, we drop by the town famous for the longest name in Wales, Britain and Europe – Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.
The options below provide you with a choice of places to see and things to do during your touring day with us. We will work with you to design the perfect custom tailor made tour around your personal preferences and choices.
Please note: It is not possible to cover and include every location in one day.
Some attractions have restricted operating and opening times.
No tour to Wales would be complete without visiting the town with the longest name in Great Britain and Europe. It just happens to be on the Isle of Anglesey where we will stop for photographs of the famous railway station name and challenge you to our ‘famous competition!’
Bryn Celli Ddu – ‘the Mound in the Dark Grove’ – is probably the best known prehistoric monument on the Isle of Anglesey and is one of the most evocative archaeological sites in Great Britain.
Situated on the banks of the Menai Strait with magnificent views of Snowdonia. Plas Newydd is home to the Marquess of Anglesey, who earned the title at the battle of Waterloo. Features of the house include the Military Museum with campaign relics from Waterloo, along with Rex Whistler’s famous 58-foot mural painting.
Enjoy one of the most scenic landscapes in the whole of Wales as you look down over the Menai Strait, with the famous suspension bridge, along with the fishing island and the magnificent backdrop of the Snowdonia and coastal mountains.
A spectacular waterside setting underneath the bridge. There is an option to enjoy a short walk along the edge of the Menai Strait to wander along the ‘Belgium’ promontory and to discover the 6th century church of St Tysilio on ‘Church Island’.
Beaumaris Castle is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you can discover the last hurrah of King Edward 1st massive medieval castle building programme in North Wales. It is claimed to be the best castle ever built in the medieval period, but never finished! *Entrance Fee Payable.
Discover this historic tranquil corner on the eastern tip of Isle of Anglesey, whose history spans more than 1,000 years. The origins of the site are traditionally associated with a Celtic saint in the sixth century. St Seiriol’s holy well survives from this period. The church features two 10th century Celtic stone crosses and adjacent we can inspect the largest Dovecoat in Great Britain.
A scenic location at the eastern extremity of the Isle of Anglesey, overlooking a narrow strait of ocean water facing St Seriols island. The views span right across Conwy bay towards the Great Orme and the Snowdonia coastal hills on the mainland.
One of our specially selected venues for a lunch stop is a beautiful 18th century country inn, nestling in the corner of a picturesque, secluded bay and it’s always a big hit with our international visitors! Please Note: This stop is dependent on the time taken to reach the inn and the opening times for dining.
Hidden away amongst a woodland on the island is one of Anglesey’s finest archaeological sites – the ancient Din Lligwy village, dating back to pre Roman times. Nearby there’s the Lligwy Old Chapel and also the prehistoric Lligwy Burial Chamber that dates to the Neolithic period approximately 5,000 years ago.
A picturesque fishing and maritime village with a unique history. Featuring a working lifeboat station and museum overlooking the coast. You might like to consider taking a scenic coastal walk along the cliffs between Lligwy Bay and Moelfre village. (Allow 90 minutes for this option).
Eglwys (Church) Llanbadrig was founded by a well known Celtic bishop in around 440 AD and is officially the oldest church in Wales. The church sits on the windswept headland overlooking the ocean right on the coastal walking route around the island and we have an intriguing story and legend to divulge during our visit!
Cemaes Bay is the most northerly village in Wales in an Area Of Outstanding Beauty (AONB) which is partly owned and cared for by the National Trust. This beautiful seaside village of Cemaes is very much a jewel in Anglesey’s crown, featuring a pretty sheltered coastal harbour in the wide sweeping bay.
At one time there were over 30 windmills on the Isle of Anglesey and Llynnon Mill is the only working windmill to survive in the whole of Wales. The mill was built in 1775 and was originally used to grind corn, oats and barley. Please note: There are restricted opening times at this attraction.
Step back in time to a preserved 18th century crogloft cottage, which at one time were abundant on the Isle of Anglesey. Swtan was home to the poor labouring classes who lived off the land and the ocean. Please note: There are restricted opening times at this attraction.
One of the most spectacular coastal settings on the Isle of Anglesey. There are 365 steps built into the cliff face that take you down to the island where the lighthouse is pereched. South Stack also offers a wealth of bird life and you could be lucky to see the odd seal or dolphin meandering through the Irish Sea from the RSPB’s Elin’s Tower.
This pair of ancient standing stones are shrouded in mystery. Claimed to have been erected during the Bronze Age, they are believed to be between 3,500 and 4,000 years old.
The drive across the bay to and from South Stack is one of the featured drives of coastal touring on the island. Trearddur is a small picturesque coastal resort known for its stunning natural beauty and sandy beaches, with many rocky coves spread along the picturesque coastline.
The Isle of Anglesey boasts 125 miles of coastal walking around the island.
If you aspire for a quality walk, Ynys Llanddwyn is going to be up there as one of your favourite places to discover during your tour of the island.
Llanddwyn Island is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Its a breath taking beach walk, with spectacular seascapes, which comes with a captivating legend, that makes this a very unique element and experience of your touring day on the Isle of Anglesey.
The coastal walk involves a walk of around a mile in each direction from the car park and the island. This is predominately taken on the sandy beach. So this walking tour option would involve around 3 hours of your touring day and the island can only be accessed at low tide!
Take to the water to enjoy a one hour rib ride along the rugged North Wales coastline aboard a high speed rib that operates on the Menai Strait.
CHOOSE FROM TWO ADVENTUREO BOAT PTIONS:
*Tickets start from £25 per person. Payable to the operator.
To find out further information and to select this option visit the operators web site:
Please note you are responsible for securing your own reservation with Rib Ride and you pay them directly for their service.
If you plan to take a Rib Ride, then please check with us about the timings, so we can help you to maximise your touring day without losing out on your valuable touring time during the day.
The Isle of Anglesey Tour can be custom designed to fit a number of touring options such as duration and pick up/drop off locations.
This private tour can start from Chester, Beaumaris, Bangor, Betws-y-Coed, Caernarfon, Conwy, Holyhead, Llandudno, Ruthin and Llangollen Areas.
If you are staying anywhere else in the North Wales region, then please contact us to
discuss your tour requirements and we will be pleased to quote for our services.
HOLYHEAD CRUISE TOUR
This tour also makes for a great day ashore for cruise passengers arriving at the port of Holyhead.
All our tours are custom designed and operate on a private basis.
Like most other professional private driver guide operators, our tour rates do not include:
Accommodation / Entrance fees to Attractions / Refreshments, Drinks, Meals / Gratuities.
By booking direct with us there are no booking fees or credit card charges.
We accept payment by American Express, Mastercard, Visa
Debit Card or by Electronic Bank Transfer.
It’s your very own private tour and we can custom design a tour itinerary to suit what you want to do and see. Our flexibility in designing a tailor made tour means you have the flexibility to make changes to any of our tour examples. So take something out or add something more appealing to your desires, or alternatively, add an element from another tour and combine it to create your perfect touring day.
All you have to do is ask and if it is possible, then it will be our pleasure to accommodate your wishes.
