Liverpool, England

Erddig Estate & Llangollen Heritage Railway

History and Nature of a Welsh Town Journey to the lush landscapes of North Wales to a country house estate and ride the Llangollen railway. Erddig is one of Britain’s best-preserved country houses, filled with fine furnishings, musical instruments and games that reflect the leisurely pursuits of the gentry of the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the outhouses, including a joiner’s workshop, smithy and stables that offer a glimpse into the estate’s past. Hear stories of the Yorke family’s close bond with its staff as you browse portraits and photographs lining the servants’ corridor, reminiscent of Downton Abbey . Continue to Llangollen for lunch at a local restaurant, then head to the town’s heritage railway station, where you will board a railcar for a ride through a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. At the restored Victorian Carrog Station, join your motor coach for the return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.