Fri 4th October 2019
Date
2 Walking Days
Duration
North Wales
Location
4,2
Grade

Cadair Idris Walking Weekend

Join us for our Cadair Idris Walking Weekend with two days of guided scenic walking with some of the finest mountain landscape around.

Lying at the southern end of the Snowdonia National Park, near the town of Dolgellau, Cadair Idris mountain is one of the most popular peaks in North Wales.

Highlights

  • Dramatic landscape of Cadair Idris
  • Breath taking mountain scenery
  • Scenic guided walking
  • Group social evenings
INCLUDED
2 days of scenic guided walking Social Evenings
Experienced guide Tour leader throughout
Transport for the walk(s)
NOT INCLUDED
Meals and drinks
Accommodation

 

Accommodation for this tour is not included. For accommodation information and all essential tour information please click on the ‘Trip Notes’ tab.

Additional information

Min Age16
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Friday – (Optional) Welcome Evening

Friday Welcome Evening (optional) is 8.30pm in Dolgellau. It’s a chance for everyone on the weekend to meet and the Country Adventures tour leader will be on hand to answer any questions about the planned walks. If you’re unable to make it to the Welcome Evening, the booking confirmation will detail everything you need to know about the weekend.

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Saturday - Walk Day

Grade 4 – Cadair Idris 6.5 miles (10.4km), with 3342 ft (1019m) of ascent

In the evening, an optional social evening is planned in Dolgellau, where the group can meet up for a drink and enjoy an evening meal together.

3

Sunday - Walk Day & Departure Day

Grade 2 – Mawddach Trail & New Precipice Walk 7.5 miles (12km), with 1440 ft (439m) of ascent

The walk, and weekend, will finish in Dolgellau between 3.30-4.30pm

Essential Info

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included as part of this tour. If you require help with booking accommodation you may find the following links useful:

Booking.com search for accommodation in Dolgellau, Gwynedd.

We recommend booking accommodation in, or near to, Dolgellau for easy reach to the meeting point for both the walks and social evenings.

Food & Drink

For the walk(s) please bring with you a packed lunch and refreshments. Occasionally on some guided walks (Grade 1 to 2 walks) we may pass a country inn or tea room where if we have time we can call in, however having a packed lunch with you gives the group the freedom to have lunch wherever we are on the walking route.

On Saturday evening, an optional social evening in the centre of Dolgellau is organised by Country Adventures, where the group can meet up for a drink and enjoy an evening meal together.

Transport

For guided walking tours that require transport from the meeting point to the start of the walk, we use a minibus or where necessary local transport. There is no extra charge for this, it is included in the tour price.

Fitness Levels

Our walks are by no means designed to be endurance tests where everyone sets off at a blistering pace. Far from it, it’s about a fine day in the hills in good company enjoying the best of fell walking with exceptional views but it is important to state that for everyone’s walking enjoyment walking does require a minimum level of fitness and stamina. Hill / Mountain walking experience is not essential as long as you have a reasonable level of fitness. For the higher level graded walks (i.e. Challenging Grade) it is advisable that you are someone who enjoys regular cardio exercise or have experience of mountain walking and have the stamina/ leg strength in order to be better prepared for longer sections of uphill & downhill walking associated with higher mountain treks.

Walking Grades Explained

Grade 1 (Leisurely) Normally 5-8 miles, may include gentle ascents and descents of up to a total 1100ft of ascent and similar descent over a day’s walk. Easier scenic walking at lower altitudes along paths and tracks.

Grade 2 (Moderate) Normally 6-10 miles on paths and tracks, between 800ft – 1700ft of total ascent and similar descent. Longer walks, on hills and moorland.

Grade 3 (Moderate Mountain) Normally ranging from 6-10 miles, between 1700ft – 2600ft of ascent, similar descent. Longer walks, over higher ground with possibly steeper ups and downs on paths and tracks.

Grade 4 (Challenging) Normally ranging from 8-13 miles, between 1500ft – 3000+ft of ascent, similar descent, over undulating mountain terrain, walking at higher levels with steep ups and downs. Suitable for people with a good level of fitness.

Kit List

What you need to bring with you for the walks

  • Good, comfortable walking boots with a cleated sole and good ankle support are essential.
  • Waterproof jacket and over-trousers.
  • Warm, dry walking clothing. Unsuitable clothing includes Jeans or cotton tracksuit bottoms and cotton t-shirts (cotton is a poor insulating fabric and when wet it takes a long time to dry, which can lead to a rapid loss of body heat as well as being uncomfortable).
  • A number of thin layers are better than one thick/ heavy jumper. We suggest a fleece for extra warmth especially when we stop on the hills for lunch.
  • Hat and gloves (even in summer – any wind chill on the mountain tops will lead to cooler temperatures).
  • Sunglasses, sun cream.
  • Hot or cold drinks (i.e. a minimum of 2 litres of water).
  • Plenty of food and drink for lunch and snacks.
  • A rucksack large enough to carry it all in (20-30 litres), ideally with a waterproof liner.
  • Any medication you need.
  • Thermos flask. We recommend bringing warm drinks with you, as even on sunny days it can occasionally feel cooler, especially on the summits of the higher-level mountain walks.
  • Walking poles (if you use them).

We want you to enjoy your time with Country Adventures and have the best possible adventure experience. Please be aware that if any participants are not properly equipped for the walk (i.e. with walking boots and waterproofs), at the guide’s discretion we reserve the right to not allow them on the walk for reasons of safety for both the individual and the group. If you need clarification any of the equipment requirements, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Tour Schedule & Activity Meeting Times

Please ensure you give yourself plenty of time to get to the meeting point at the required time. The transport for our day walks will leave promptly at the stated time and due to the nature of scheduled tours, we are unable to provide refunds if unfortunately, you miss the departure time.

Meeting Point

Welcome Evening – 8.30pm in Dolgellau

Walking Days – 9.30am in Dolgellau

Address: Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales

Reviews

At Country Adventures we’re very proud that time after time our customers enjoy our walking weekends, holidays and adventure breaks. We thrive on customer feedback, it helps to ensure our trips continue to be the best they can be.

We don’t edit the reviews, the only thing we do is proofread them and alter any typos, where necessary, to ensure they are easy to read for everyone.


Impeccably organised trip

Thanks Joe, as always, an impeccably organised trip with plenty of stories and humour thrown in. Dolgellau is a fabulous location, great accommodation, pubs / restaurants, friendly locals and seamless transport links from London. Thoroughly enjoyed it - when's the next one?

Julie, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

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2019-10-10T08:41:16+00:00

Julie, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

Thanks Joe, as always, an impeccably organised trip with plenty of stories and humour thrown in. Dolgellau is a fabulous location, great accommodation, pubs / restaurants, friendly locals and seamless transport links from London. Thoroughly enjoyed it - when's the next one?

Had a great time

Despite the weather we all had a great time walking Cadair Idris and the New Precipice walk. Joe's trips are well thought out for all walkers. TH Roberts tearoom was worth the trip to Dolgellau on its own.

Sarah, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

Country Adventures Twixmas Walking Holiday
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2019-10-10T08:43:50+00:00

Sarah, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

Despite the weather we all had a great time walking Cadair Idris and the New Precipice walk. Joe's trips are well thought out for all walkers. TH Roberts tearoom was worth the trip to Dolgellau on its own.

We always have a laugh whatever the weather

Joe is one of the few people I know who can make a three-hour slog up a rain-soaked, mist-shrouded mountain entertaining. We always have a laugh whatever the weather. He’s constantly on the ball, thinking ahead, and making the right decisions to keep everyone safe. We were rewarded with spectacular views on the beautiful precipice walk on day two – recommended!

Alison, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

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2019-10-10T12:31:21+00:00

Alison, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2019

Joe is one of the few people I know who can make a three-hour slog up a rain-soaked, mist-shrouded mountain entertaining. We always have a laugh whatever the weather. He’s constantly on the ball, thinking ahead, and making the right decisions to keep everyone safe. We were rewarded with spectacular views on the beautiful precipice walk on day two – recommended!
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Spectacular & breath-taking!

Joe considered the best walk for each day based on the what the Welsh weather had to offer us! Both day walks were quite different but enjoyable. Cadair Idris was spectacular & breath-taking! The smaller group of six made it easy to chat & get to know each other quickly – we all had such a laugh! A fab way to spend a weekend – thanks to you all.

Theresa, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Country Adventures Twixmas Walking Holiday
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2019-10-10T09:06:09+00:00

Theresa, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Joe considered the best walk for each day based on the what the Welsh weather had to offer us! Both day walks were quite different but enjoyable. Cadair Idris was spectacular & breath-taking! The smaller group of six made it easy to chat & get to know each other quickly – we all had such a laugh! A fab way to spend a weekend – thanks to you all.

Another fabulous weekend in good company

Arrived home with aching legs from a great walk and aching stomach muscles from laughing so much. Another fabulous weekend in good company. Thanks everyone.

Alison, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

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2019-10-10T09:08:48+00:00

Alison, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Arrived home with aching legs from a great walk and aching stomach muscles from laughing so much. Another fabulous weekend in good company. Thanks everyone.

So much fun

Country Adventures delivered another great weekend with beautiful views of Cadair Idris.
Joe and the group made this weekend so much fun. Looking forward to my next trip.

Nikki, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

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2019-10-10T09:10:36+00:00

Nikki, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Country Adventures delivered another great weekend with beautiful views of Cadair Idris. Joe and the group made this weekend so much fun. Looking forward to my next trip.

Best experience possible

Joe guided us through Storm Callum swapping walking days so the best of this beautiful region could be safely explored. Through the monsoon lowlands on Saturday to the summit of Cadair Idris in perfect stillness on Sunday, Joe as always working hard to give you the best experience possible. Warm and funny group of people all with interesting lives made this my favourite country adventure to date. I think Joe may have finally met his match with Nikki’s relentless yet good natured baiting that included digital media. 10/10 for patience Joe and thank you again (and the group) for another great set of memories.

Rohan, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Country Adventures Twixmas Walking Holiday
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2019-10-10T09:12:26+00:00

Rohan, Cadair Idris walking weekend October 2018

Joe guided us through Storm Callum swapping walking days so the best of this beautiful region could be safely explored. Through the monsoon lowlands on Saturday to the summit of Cadair Idris in perfect stillness on Sunday, Joe as always working hard to give you the best experience possible. Warm and funny group of people all with interesting lives made this my favourite country adventure to date. I think Joe may have finally met his match with Nikki’s relentless yet good natured baiting that included digital media. 10/10 for patience Joe and thank you again (and the group) for another great set of memories.
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