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Wonders of Wales in a Nutshell

Wonders of Wales in a Nutshell

Discover a kingdom of dramatic landscapes, thrilling mountain scenery and fascinating ancient culture on this incredible Grand Tour of Wales.

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Discover a kingdom of dramatic landscapes, thrilling mountain scenery and fascinating ancient culture on this incredible Grand Tour of Wales. Uncover this remote but wonderful corner of the UK from onboard our comfortable coach and enjoy half-board stays in Llanberis and Carmarthen.

 

 

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

6 nights half board

Visit to Llandudno enroute

Admission into Portmeirion & the Royal Mint Experience Cardiff

Journey on the Ffestiniog Railway

Guided tour of Picton Castle & Gardens

Guided tour of the Gower Peninsula with cream tea

Excursions to Barmouth, Mumbles & Tenby

Free time in Caernarfon

 

 

Day 1

We cross the Welsh border to Llandudno, a jewel along the North Welsh Coast. Uniquely situated between the Great and Little Ormes, this Victorian seaside resort is home to a magnificent promenade, tearooms, and shops. After exploring, we continue to our first hotel, the Celtic Royal in Caernarfon. Located just a short walk from the town's port and castle, a warm Welsh welcome awaits. Throughout your stay, remember to enjoy the hotel's complimentary leisure facilities, which include a pool, sauna and steam room.

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Day 2

After breakfast, we travel to Portmeirion. Situated on a private peninsula, this Italian-style village and gardens is one of Wales' premier destinations. Take in the stunning coastal scenery enhanced by Sir Clough Williams?Ellis' architecture. This afternoon, all aboard for a journey on the Ffestiniog Railway. Sit back as we wind through the glorious Snowdonia National Park and experience magnificent scenery from the comfort of a classic carriages hauled by a classic steam engine.

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Day 3

Enjoy a day at leisure in Caernarfon. Situated on the eastern shore of the Menai Strait opposite the Isle of Anglesey, consider visiting the UNESCO Heritage site of Caernarfon Castle, just a few hundred yards away from the hotel, or board one of the Welsh Highland heritage steam trains which depart from the town's station (pre-booking recommended - not included). Finally, enjoy complimentary wine for our final night at the Celtic Royal.

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Day 4

After departure from our hotel, we visit charming Barmouth, one of Wales's most beautiful beach resort, before we continue our journey through Aberystwyth to Carmarthen, one of Wales' oldest towns and rumoured to be the birthplace of the legendary wizard Merlin. We will stay at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel for the next three nights.

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Day 5

We visit Picton Castle and Gardens this morning for a guided tour. Considered Pembrokeshire's most beautiful stately home and built in the 13th Century, explore one of the largest collections of cultivated plants in West Wales together with the Welsh Owl Garden, housing over 25 species of owls and exotic birds. This afternoon, we travel to Tenby for free time in this delightful harbour town and seaside resort steeped in ancient history and surrounded by castle walls.

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Day 6

After breakfast, we travel to cosy Mumbles. Nestled on Swansea Bay, explore this cosmopolitan seaside town beloved by legendary Welsh poet Dylan Thomas and home to a Victorian pier and a two-hundred-year-old lighthouse. From here, we continue to the Gower Heritage Centre to be joined by a knowledgeable guide for a driving tour of the Gower Peninsula! Afterwards, we will return to the centre to enjoy a traditional cream tea.

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Day 7

Our final visit this morning takes us to the Royal Mint Experience on the outskirts of Cardiff for a fascinating insight into the history of UK coins and currency, including the opportunity to strike a personal memento! From here, we begin our homeward journey, and as we bid farewell to Wales, we leave with beautiful memories of some of the best this fair land has to offer.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Celtic Royal Hotel 3*, Caernarfon (3 nights)

 

 

Steeped in history (including a visit from a young Princess Victoria), the Celtic Royal is just a stone's throw from Caernarfon Castle. This comfortable hotel has fantastic facilities throughout.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • WiFi

  • Lift

  • Swimming pool

  • Gym

  • Sauna & steam room

 

Ivy Bush Royal Hotel 3*, Carmarthen (3 nights)

 

 

Located in a spectacular position at the gateway to West Wales, the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel blends its old-world charm with modern facilities.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • WiFi

  • Lift

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Alfreton Bus Station, Hall Street,
Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold High Street Bus Stop,
Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub
Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive,
Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield Coach Station, Beckingham Way
Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28,
Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor Market Place, Wilmott Street
(Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place,
Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA,
Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton The Green, Outside Poundland
Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough Amber Rooms, The Rushes
Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield Bus Stop, Walkden Street
Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino,
Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley Market Place, Express Stand
Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street,
Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House
Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane
Notts, NG9 7JA

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