Walk 
4 to 13 nights
36 to 113 mls (km)
North Wales
Moderate to Challenging 
Mar to Oct
£575
Discover coastal beauty, history, and wildlife on the Llŷn Peninsula.
- Gaze out from the ramparts of Caernarfon Castle over the Menai Strait to the east
- Take a ferry crossing over to Bardsey Island 'Isle of 20,000 saints' an old pilgrimage site
- Visit Tŷ Coch Inn, picturesque pub at the edge of the beach in Porth Dinllaen
- Bangor Pier, a classic Edwardian seaside pier
- Observe the thriving wildlife population that call the many wild natural habitats on this route home
- Menai Strait, home of the Menai suspension bridge (built by Thomas Telford)
- The atmospheric valley of Nant Gwrtheryn
The Llŷn Coastal Path offers a unique opportunity to explore one of Wales’ most beautiful and remote areas. This 110-mile trail combines rugged coastal scenery, historical sites, and vibrant local culture. Ideal for those looking to experience authentic Welsh landscapes, this trail is suitable for walkers of all levels, offering variety from easy coastal walks to more challenging inland sections. Whether you’re drawn by the stunning views, the fascinating history, or the rich wildlife, the Llŷn Peninsula has something for everyone.
Spiritual History and Natural Beauty
The Llŷn Coastal Path offers a rare blend of natural beauty, rich cultural history, and spiritual significance. The walk traces the ancient pilgrim route to Bardsey Island, known as the ‘Isle of 20,000 Saints’, a place of great spiritual significance in early Christianity. This journey was once taken by pilgrims seeking solace and a connection with the divine, making it a deeply meaningful experience for modern-day walkers.
Along the way, you’ll pass through traditional Welsh-speaking villages, where local customs and crafts have been preserved for centuries. The area is also a sanctuary for wildlife, with opportunities to spot seals, dolphins, and a variety of seabirds, including gannets and puffins, along the cliffs and sandy beaches. The path’s spectacular views across the Menai Strait to Snowdonia, coupled with its unspoilt landscapes, offer a truly unique hiking experience that combines natural beauty with the echoes of Wales’ spiritual past.
Path Walkthrough
Starting at Caernarfon or Bangor, the Llŷn Coastal Path takes you on a journey through one of Wales’ most scenic regions, ending in Aberdaron. The route features dramatic cliffs, peaceful beaches, and quiet country lanes, with panoramic views across the Irish Sea, Anglesey, and Snowdonia. You’ll pass through small Welsh villages, offering a chance to immerse yourself in local culture and language. The path is varied in terrain, including sections along the coast, rocky outcrops, and inland hills, which reward hikers with stunning vistas of the surrounding landscape. You’ll cross the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge and enjoy tranquil moments in nature before heading back to the southern coast of Cardigan Bay.
Our Llŷn Coastal Path Itineraries
Bangor to Porthmadog
Distance: 112.5 miles (181km)
Caernarfon to Porthmadog
Distance: 100 miles (160.5km)
Aberdaron to Porthmadog
Distance: 47 miles (75.5km)
- Good standard accommodation at a mixture of guesthouses, farmhouses, local inns and B&Bs with en-suite or private facilities wherever possible
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfers
- Personal transfer between accommodation and path that form a part of our standard package
- Route planning
- Walk pack including Trail Guide and mapping, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details
You choose which day you would like your holiday to start on. We will book your holiday in accordance with your requirements.
Our Llŷn Coastal Path holidays are available to walk March to October.
Low pressure weather systems from the Irish sea typically hit the coast of Wales first, and as such rain can occur at any time of the year. It's always worth taking a spare pair of clothes and waterproofs in your day pack.
We would advise travelling between March and October, you'll get the best of the daylight hours.
Rail
A Railway station is located in Bangor. There are frequent trains from London to Bangor.
They take approximately 3.5 hours.
Porthmadog to Conwy: Porthmadog - Blaenau Ffestiniog
Ffestiniog Railway www.festrail.co.uk
Blaenau Ffestiniog - to Llandudno Junction www.nationalrail.co.uk
Taxis
Bangor to Caernarfon - prices available upon request.
Aberdaron to Bangor - prices available upon request.
Porthmadog to Bangor - prices available upon request.
Airport Transfers:
Manchester Airport to Caernarfon - prices available upon request.
Manchester Airport to Bangor - prices available upon request.
If you wish to upgrade your overnight accommodation on occasion, we will be happy to arrange this wherever availability allows – prices to be advised. Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs. Call one of our helpful team on +44 (0)1291 689774 or e-mail us here.
📷Nefyn
📷Porth Dinllaen
Llŷn Coastal Path Client Reviews
4.8/5 based on 59 reviews
Everything went as planned. Accommodation was good standard and guide book good
Anon - October 2024
The trail was well organised with good accommodation and mostly good breakfasts. The Llyn Peninsula is a well kept secret.
The Kells - October 2024
Very well organised holiday. Appreciated being able to enjoy the walking without our normal mountain of planning. The hotels were very comfortable and we looked forward to the stylish surroundings and good food after a whole day?s walking.
Fiona T - October 2024
Very well organised and friendly staff
A Porritt - September 2024
It was a wonderful holiday, apart from the weather, which was ofnadwy ... the Llyn Peninsula is beautiful! All the hotels were wonderful, the transfers all worked out ... perfect planning from your side ... apart from the weather ;-)
Olaf - September 2024
Easy to deal with, excellent service
Anon - September 2024
Celtic Trails has a good choice of walks on offer, the holidays was easy to book and tailor to your particular needs.
Anon - August 2024
Celtic Trails are organised, helpful and informative and they are well regarded by the accommodation hosts. The scenery was stunning and varied and I feel relaxed and energised.
Claire, Dorest - July 2024
Celtic Trails respond quickly to queries. They have good knowledge of the area and any issues you are likely to come across. Their accommodation's are above average and they seem to have a good relationship with the hosts.
R. Clark - June 2024
Celtic Trails was thorough in the pre-hike materials they sent. The accommodations they arranged were top-notch and, when a taxi or transfer was necessary, they had arranged for providers that were prompt and personable. It was reassuring that if I'd encountered a problem I had multiple numbers to reach out to Celtic Trails for help.
Thomas H - June 2024
Everyone I dealt with at Celtic Trails, especially Nathan was friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and professional and that we would definitely use Celtic Trails again.
Sandy, Vancouver - May 2024
Excellent, well detailed and organised. Accommodations very comfortable and food plentiful and delicious
J Carder, Victoria BC on Canada - May 2024
A very well organised and professional service was provided by Celtic Trails throughout the whole of our experience. Excellent accommodation and food.
Paul Hadders - April 2024
An efficient service that worked well
Anon - April 2024
Celtic Trails do all the planning and arranging of our trip & then give us all the information we need...All we have to do is enjoy the walk!
Hilary, Rugby - September 2023
A well organised walking trip, the accommodations were also very good.
Val Jones - August 2023
Celtic Trails took all the logistics and hassle of planning our walk, so that we could focus on enjoying our trip.
Keith - July 2023
My walk around the Llyn Peninsula was a real challenging adventure and I loved it. Thank you Celtic Trails for being so helpful.
Shelagh Harrison - June 2023
ersonalized service and attention to detail. Celtic Trails takes the time to ask questions about what you are looking for in a walking trip and makes recommendations accordingly. Nathan has helped to lead us to some paths we hadn't considered, and we were pleased with our discoveries! We were well looked after and the walk packs are excellent.
Jenny, Canada - June 2023
Celtic Trail are thorough. We would recommend. We enjoy doing long linear walks because they give a real sense of achievement, especially when you look at the map afterwards and feel you've "conquered" that route.
Stephen and Di, Milford Haven - October 2022
I would recommend Celtic Trails. Very efficient. The Llyn is a beautiful area to walk. Much quieter than other paths.
Anon - September 2022
I had a fantastic time walking the Wales Coast Path with Celtic Trails. With all the planning they did, I was simply able to walk and not worry about the details.
james K, Cambridge MA - September 2022
The staff at Celtic Trails were a pleasure to communicate with. Our walk was extremely well organised and very enjoyable. We enjoy the physical challenge and exertion of a long distance walk, as well as the routine of it. The Llyn Peninsula offers a v
Clare and Greg, Melbourne, Australia - September 2022
Celtic Trails made the planning and organising of the walk very easy.
Anon - July 2022
Celtic Trails takes the hassle out of arranging back to back different accommodation and transfers. An excellent experience overall - would recommend. Anglesey next.
David, London - June 2022
All the organisation went smoothly. Celtic Trails takes all the hassle out of walking on each day. This holiday made us happy because we spent 12 days together enjoying lovely scenery, weather and walking.
Anon - May 2022
Celtic Trails were very approachable and flexible. Flowers and the landscape along the walk were stunning.
Richard, London - May 2022
Celtic Trails were professional, but friendly at the same time. I feel refreshed, both mentally and physically after my walk.
Libby Beck - April 2022
Celtic Trails were very efficient and supportive. Overall, we really enjoyed the contrast of the dramatic north and softer south, wildlife, including seals and choughs, and the wonderfully quiet finish along Black Rock sands and Morfa Bychan. Also enjoy
Anon - April 2022
Celtic Trails were very good. It felt good doing another section of the Welsh Coastal Path.
Mr Graham Ford - October 2021
Celtic Trails provide an opportunity to walk a long distance coastal path independently, but with support in terms of accommodation and luggage transfers etc. This holiday had a positive impact on our health and well-being, with a sense of achievement at the end, especially as there were some challenging parts. Overall, an excellent experience. We intend to continue with other parts of the Wales Coast Path.
John, Wiltshire - September 2021
I would recommend Celtic Trails to a friend. Efficient, friendly staff. Good communication. The Llyn involved some read walking but clifftops and headland walking was stunning. Very varied views and terrain. As usual, walking for hours with no other distractions, just relaxing with a great sense of satisfaction on completion of each stage. Each day was different - woodland, beaches, quarries, fields. The weather was warm and sunny, which made it even better. A fantastic walk!
Dorothy, Ewloe - September 2021
I would describe Celtic Trails as peace of mind. This walk really helped as we were stressed when we embarked on the trip.
Ian & Amanda - September 2021
Celtic Trails are always seamless. All we have to do is walk, everything else is taken care of. The Llyn Peninsula is extremely remote in place, but the landscape, solitude and wildlife were superb.
Anon - August 2021
Lovely accommodation. This holiday was excellent for my health.
Anon - September 2019
We would recommend Celtic Trails to a friend.
Anon. - July 2019
This was a very enjoyable walk, with flawless organisation and a very professional walk pack.
D.J. - July 2019
Celtic Trails were very professional, organised and thorough.Appreciated the prompt replies to e-mails. We always choose 'out of they way' places - they provide a chance to mix with the locals and enjoy regional food. It was a chance to get away from responsibilities.
J & C Jeffrey - June 2019
We love long distance walking holidays and this was on the best we've done. The landscape of the Llyn Peninsula was wonderful and we met friendly and hospitable people everywhere we stayed on the trail. Our first time in Wales - we'll be back.
Anon - June 2019
Good choice of B&Bs and luggage transfer. Would recommend Celtic Trails to a friend.
Bell & Mendoza - June 2019
We wouldn't even consider using another company - Celtic Trails provides worry free travel. This is our third trip over to Wales and WE LOVE WALES!
Mooney & Clifford - June 2019
Celtic Trails are much better than any other company; very reliable, friendly and competent service. We have never felt better! This walk is part of our plan and hope to walk the whole coastal path.
R&S Enderli - May 2019
Celtic Trails were better than other companies - helpful and informative. Came home more relaxed and refreshed.
C & J JOnes - May 2019
I would recommend Celtic Trails to a friend - they were excellent; well organised and good accommodation.
A.V. - April 2019
An enjoyable holiday where everything organised by you went smoothly. You even managed good weather for us :-)
C & S - September 2018
Thank you Nathan and Penny for your emails - service was excellent. I am not ready to go home. The beauty of your country is soul nourishing and sometimes the silence in the hills is so pure. SO much of R.S. Thomas' poetry was alive for me.
JM - September 2018
Celtic Trails compares very well with other companies. What we most enjoyed about this walk was the scenery, good daily mileages and accommodations were in good locations.
McRae - August 2018
Celtic Trails is our favourite! We found you 17 years ago when searching the internet for an Offa's Dyke walking holiday. You met our expectations again.
Curnow & McGrath - June 2018
This was a stunning walk! The trail was remarkably quiet; we only encountered 4 other walkers - this was fabulous. In retrospect, we wish we'd upgraded our accommodations but we weren't aware it was an option.
Anon. - May 2018
We have walked with you before and we would walk with you again.
Bull & Redfern - May 2018
Celtic Trails is a happy find for us.
C - March 2018
"Dear all, a very special thank you for arranging a great week of walking. A special thank you to Nathan on your hard work, I will be back for another walk in Pembrokeshire soon. Please carry on with the very good work, proud to be a customer of Celtic Trails."
Morgans - August 2017
"It was an excellent holiday. Northern Wales was spectacular, we will recommend this area to anyone. Nathan was fantastic! He gave great advice and always got back to us promptly. Thank you so much for everything. So great!"
B. P - July 2017
"Dear Anne, thank you so very much for the great organisation of our trip. Accommodation and food were fantastic, landscape and weather as well."
Sesche - July 2014
"Overall, I am extremely pleased with out experience with Celtic Trails! Even before our trip, e-mails were responded to quickly. I was also so impressed with the friendliness of all the people we met. They were always willing to share information and give directions."
Berkowitz - May 2014
"Beautiful and varied scenery, friendly very helpful people, the baby lambs! I am extremely pleased with our experience with Celtic Trails. Even before our trip, emails were responded to quickly and efficiently and I was also impressed with the friendliness of all the people there."
Kunst - May 2014
"Great walk with variety of terrain, some wonderful scenery, good food and accommodation."
Barker - May 2014
"Dear Anne, thank you so much for your great support to make a superb holiday. Combination of Coastal walking and days in Capel Curig was a brilliant experience ( nb. also walking in Snowdonia - Celtic Trails). Friendly Welsh people, fantastic nature. Many thanks for your organisation."
Weiand - April 2014
"Overall a great and unforgettable experience. The changing scenery, the sea, the birds; I saw some dolphins beneath Nant Gwrtheyrn and behind Whistling Sands was met by a badger mother carrying it’s own little one in its mouth. Everywhere I found kind and helpful people – I even met an elderly lady who had also walked a lot with Celtic Trails! Thank you for organising a very enjoyable holiday."
Bailey - August 2012
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