Discover a kingdom of dramatic landscapes, thrilling mountain scenery and fascinating ancient culture on this incredible Grand Tour of Wales.
View Dates & BookDiscover 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.
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.
B, DDay 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.
B, DDay 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.
B, DDay 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.
B, DDay 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.
B, DDay 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.
BB=Breakfast, D=Dinner
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
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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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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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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