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7-Night Southern Snowdonia Gentle Guided Walking Holiday 7-Night Southern Snowdonia Gentle Guided Walking Holiday Tour Style: Gentle Walks Destinations: Snowdonia & Wales Trip code: DGBEW-7 1, 2 & 3 HOLIDAY OVERVIEW This easier variation of our best-selling Guided Walking holidays is the perfect way to enjoy a gentle exploration of Southern Snowdonia. The choice of three guided walks includes a very short walk of 3 or 4 miles. Steeped in history, the landscapes of southern Snowdonia unfold to reveal one of Wales’ best-kept secrets. Tucked away from the honeypot hotspots to the north of the National Park, the solitude and stunning scenery await discovery. WHAT'S INCLUDED • High quality en-suite accommodation in our country house • Full board from dinner upon arrival to breakfast on departure day • 5 days guided walking and 1 free day • Use of our comprehensive Discovery Point • Choice of up to three guided walks each walking day • The services of HF Holidays Walking Leaders www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 1 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 HOLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS • Head out on gentle day walks to discover the varied beauty of Snowdonia on foot • Admire panoramic valley, lake and river views from slopes and peaks • Let a local leader bring classic routes and offbeat areas to life • Enjoy magnificent Snowdonia mountainscape scenery • Look out for wildlife, find secret corners and learn about Welsh history • A relaxed pace of discovery in a sociable group keen to get some fresh air in one of Britain’s most beautiful walking areas • Discover what makes the Snowdonia so special from the sweeping valleys to the rocky peaks • Evenings in our country house where you share a drink and re-live the day’s adventures TRIP SUITABILITY This trip is graded Activity Level 1, 2 and 3. This easier variation of our best-selling Guided Walking holidays is the perfect way to enjoy a gentle exploration of Southern Snowdonia. The choice of three guided walks includes a very gentle walk of 3 or 4 miles. ITINERARY Day 1: Arrival Day You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival. Day 2: Through & Around Brithdir Option 1 - Brithdir & Torrent Walk Distance: 4.5 miles (7km) Ascent: 490 feet (150m) In Summary: An easy circular walk from Dolserau Hall to visit the remains of the Roman fortlet and St Mark's Church in Brithdir. We then walk on one of the most popular paths in the Dolgellau area, Torrent Walk. Highlight: Enjoy an easy calming walk from the house visiting ancient forts and walking along the river. Option 2 - Foel Caerynwch And Torrent Walk Distance: 6 miles (9½km) Ascent: 1,200 feet (360m) In Summary: A circular walk from the house, we start by walking through the tranquil woods behind the house crossing streams and fields reaching Brithdir. We then ascend up to the summit of Foel Caerynwch where you can take some time to enjoy the views. Following that, we will descend to reach the very interesting St Mark's Church before walking along the river back to the house. Highlight: Short and easy summit walk with great views at the top and a visit to St Mark's Church. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 2 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Option 3 - Roman Road, Foel Caerynwch And Torrent Walk Distance: 7½ miles (12km) Ascent: 1,500 feet (480m) In Summary: Leaving the House, we climb gradually through woods to reach a Roman road, then across open moorland to the summit of Foel Caerynwch. We then descend to the road, passing St Marks Church, and descending the Torrent Walk to the House. Highlight: Roman road, views of the Mawddach Valley and Cader Idris, the Art Nouveau St Marks Church Day 3: Barmouth & Fairbourne Option 1 - Fairbourne & Barmouth Distance: 3½ miles (5.5km) Total ascent: 130 feet (40m) Total descent: 100 feet (30m) In Summary: This walk offers a few options along the way (weather and tide dependent). We'll start in Fairbourne beside the miniature railway and follow the railway tracks by the sea wall. Here we'll have an option to walk out to Penrhyn Point where there is a foot ferry to Barmouth - this is weather and tide dependent. If that option isn't viable we'll follow the Welsh Coast path along to the Railway Bridge which we'll use to cross the estuary into Barmouth. Highlight: Stunning views of the estuary throughout our walk and a chance to look around the lovely seaside town of Barmouth. Option 2 - Mawddach Estuary And Barmouth Distance: 5½ miles (9km) Total ascent: 200 feet (60m) In Summary: The Mawddach trail is the classic easy trail in the area – so while the distance is a little longer than average, this is more than made up for by the minimal ascent and smooth walking. Following the shores of the spectacular Mawddach estuary, the walk gives us superb estuary views throughout. Our route then takes us across the mile-long pedestrian bridge to the Victorian seaside resort of Barmouth, where we’ve time to explore. There may be the possibility of a boat trip out into the estuary, weather and tide permitting. Highlight: Stunning views of the estuary throughout our walk and a chance to look around the lovely seaside town of Barmouth. Option 3 - Arthog Waterfalls, Blue Lake And Fairbourne Distance: 9 miles (15km) Total ascent: 1,260 feet (380m) In Summary: We'll start this walk in Arthog village and will soon come to the delightful Arthog Waterfalls. We'll have some superb views of the Mawddach Estuary as we walk towards Fairbourne and once there, we'll cross the famous bridge leading into Barmouth where we'll finish our walk. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 3 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Highlight: Impressive views of Barmouth estuary as well as the beaches on descent. Day 4: Free Day Discover more about Dolserau Hall and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day. Day 5: Harlech And The Surrounding Area Option 1 - The Ardudwy Coast & Harlech Distance: 4 miles (6.5km) Total ascent: 750 feet (240m) In Summary: Today we’ll explore the Ardudwy Coast, visiting the Artro estuary and walking on the delightful beach at Llandanwg. En route we might visit a slate cavern and then continue to Harlech with its impressive castle, built by Edward I in 1283 to control the Welsh. Highlight: Harlech's impressive castle, built by Edward I. Option 2 - Along The Coast To Harlech Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km) Total ascent: 850 feet (260m) In Summary: Follow the coast from Llanbedr to Harlech. Our walk takes in the delightful beach at Llandanwg, and the rolling hills above the coast. Highlight: Visit Harlech Castle which commands a wonderful position overlooking the sweeping sands of Cardigan Bay with the mountains of Snowdonia behind. Option 3 - Over The Hills To Harlech Distance: 8½ miles (13.5km) Total ascent: 1,850 feet (540m) In Summary: Walk on the lower slopes of the Rhinogs above the Ardudwy coast. Our walk passes a beautiful lake and an ancient stone circle before we descend gradually to Harlech. Highlight: There are great views along the coast and of Harlech castle on the final leg. Day 6: The Old Precipice Walk Option 1 - Nannau Deer Park Distance: 4 miles (6.5km) Ascent: 650 feet (200m) www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 4 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 In Summary: An easy circular walk from Dolserau Hall to visit the Nannau Estate passing through the Deer Park. Highlight: Good views over Dolellau to Cader Idris. Option 2 - Precipice Walk Distance: 6 miles (10km) Total ascent: 850 feet (260m) In Summary: The Precipice Walk is a real classic - a contouring path with amazing views over the Mawddach Estuary and the surrounding mountains (and it’s nowhere near as scary as the name suggests!). Highlight: This panoramic trail enjoys wonderful views of Coed-y-Brenin Forest, the Mawddach Estuary and Cadair Idris. Option 3 - Foel Offrwm And The Old Precipice Walk Distance: 9 miles (15 km) Ascent: 2,000 ft (600m) In Summary: We walk up through a former medieval deer park, then ascend to the summit of Foel Offrwm (Hill of Sacrifice). Retracing our steps, we descend to the Old Precipice Walk, perched high above the Afon Mawddach before returning to the House by farm track and quiet lanes. Highlight: Historic medieval deerpark, historic mansion, iron age fort, stunning views of south Snowdonia. Day 7: New Precipice Walk Option 1 - The Mawddach Trail & Penmaenpool Distance: 4 miles (6.5km) Total ascent: 450 feet (140m) Total descent: 550 feet (160m) In Summary: We'll spend our walk today on the Mawddach Trail, which we'll take all the way to Penmaenpool. We then have the option to stay in Penmaenpool or, if feeling energetic, we can extend our walk back to Dolserau Hall. Highlight: Amazing views of the Mawddach Estuary and the Rhinog Mountains. Option 2 - New Precipice Walk Distance: 7 miles (12km) Total ascent: 1,200 feet (380m) In Summary: Enjoy the New Precipice Walk with its spectacular views of the Mawddach Estuary. We take this classic trail to Penmaenpool, returning on the Mawddach Trail to the lovely market town of Dolgellau. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 5 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Highlight: Another classic trail that contours around the hillside; the view down the Mawddach Estuary is stunning. Option 3 - New Precipice Walk, Dolgellau & The Torrent Walk Distance: 11 miles (18km) Total ascent: 2,100 feet (640m) In Summary: Starting from the Dolserau Hall, we will follow the Mawddach Trail to cross the Mawddach Estuary before reaching the New Precipice Walk.
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