The Wonders of Wales

Itinerary

Day 1 Cardiff – Brecon Beacons

After meeting the group in Cardiff this morning, well set off in search of the Wales of old. Our first stop? St Fagans National Museum of History, Wales most popular heritage attraction. After learning a fact or two, well move on to Caerleon, where well explore the fascinating Roman Fortress and Baths and find out more about life in second-century Britain. After that, well journey onwards through the dramatic Welsh Valleys to Brecon Beacons National Park, where a welcome dinner awaits us.
Accommodation: The Bear Hotel at Crickhowell (or similar)

Day 2 Brecon Beacons – Wye Valley – Brecon Beacons

This morning well take things underground with a tour of the Big Pit National Coal Museum a fascinating reminder of the coal industrys importance to Welsh heritage. After returning to the daylight, well travel onwards through the spellbinding Wye Valley en route to our next stop: the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Tintern Abbey. Take it from us the abbeys surroundings are just as beautiful as the building itself! Before we return to the hotel for the evening, theres a treat in store: a wine-tasting session at an award-winning vineyard.
Accommodation: The Bear Hotel at Crickhowell (or similar)

Day 3 Brecon Beacons – Llangollen – North Wales

Today our journey will take us further north along the border regions of Mid Wales to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct: the longest and highest structure of its kind (and a UNESCO World Heritage Site). After enjoying an afternoon tea together at the charming Tu Hwnt Ir Bont Tearoom, well move on to our hotel where well stay for the next two nights.
Accommodation: TBC

Day 4 North Wales

After an eventful few days, today youll have plenty of free time to explore Conwy. What you do is up to you but we recommend visiting the imposing Conwy Castle and taking a look at the medieval town walls. This evening, a Welsh cultural experience is in store: prepare to witness a soul-stirring male voice choir performance.
Accommodation: TBC

Day 5 North Wales- Nant Gwrtheyrn – Portmeirion

Today well be whisked away to the village with the longest place name in Europe Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch before moving on to the fascinating Llanberis Slate Mine. After that, its onwards to the Welsh Language Heritage Centre in Nant Gwrtheyrn where well flex our language skills with a lesson in tongue-twisting Welsh pronunciation. There will be plenty of time to practise your new-found skills over dinner in Portmeirion tonight!
Accommodation: Hotel Portmeirion (or similar)

Day 6 Portmeirion – Ffestiniog railway – Pembrokeshire

Today well take in the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia National Park in comfort and style as we enjoy a steam train ride along the historic Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway. Well then stop off at the home of Welsh poet Hedd Wyn before hitting the road to Pembrokeshire.
Accommodation: Hammet House (or similar)

Day 7 Pembrokeshire – Castell Henlleys – Pembrokeshire

The rugged landscape around Castell Henllys is known as the Land of Magic and Enchantment and today well get to experience its otherworldly charm as we take a tour of the intriguing Iron Age site. After that, well visit the National Coracle Centre before donning our best outfits and meeting for one last dinner together.
Accommodation: Hammet House (or similar)

Day 8 Pembrokeshire – Saint David’s Head – Cardiff

Back to Cardiff we go! From Pembrokeshire, well make the scenic drive along Wales west coast, stopping off at St Davids Head (a dramatic headland thats famous for its wildflowers). When we reach the Welsh capital, our tour will come to a close.