Tracks & Trails of the Wonderful Heart of Wales

Based near the spa town of Llandrindod Wells, you'll discover glorious castles, gardens and popular resort towns, along with a journey on the eye-catching Vale of Rheidol Railway.

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Welcome to the hills of stunning central Wales. Surrounded by two National Parks and an unspoilt coastline and mountains, get ready to explore the magnificent heart of this Celtic kingdom. Based near the spa town of Llandrindod Wells, you'll discover glorious castles, gardens and popular resort towns, along with a journey on the eye-catching Vale of Rheidol Railway.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

4 nights half board

Hotel porterage

Visits to Shrewsbury & Hay-on-Wye enroute

Scenic drive through Wye Valley

Admission into Powis Castle & Gardens

Excursions to Welshpool & Aberystwyth

Journey on the Vale of Rheidol Steam Railway

Free time in Llandrindod Wells

Day 1

We make our way to Wales with a stop in Shrewsbury, one of England's finest medieval market towns.

Day 2

We enjoy a scenic drive through the hills and valleys to our today's first destination, Welshpool. A picturesque and quintessentially Welsh market town in the Severn Valley, streets are lined with fine Georgian buildings, quaint shops and traditional eateries; you might even catch a glimpse of our next destination, Powis Castle, situated high above Welshpool on the hillside. Our visit to this thirteenth-century castle includes a visit to the world-famous gardens, considered to be one of the finest historic gardens in Wales. Inspired by Italian and French styles, the garden is home to original lead statues, an orangery and rare and tender plants hidden beneath towering trees. Please note: There are some steep steps throughout the castle and grounds.

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Day 3

Today, you have the freedom to explore Llandrindod Wells, a famous Victorian spa town, or 'landod' as the locals affectionately know it. Take your time to explore the town's historic splendour and enjoy the leafy walks; it's home to Rock Park, one of the earliest public parks in Wales and the best-known spa in Wales, the listed Rock Spa Pump Room and Pavilion.

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Day 4

This morning, we took a scenic drive through the enchanting Wye Valley, through the mountains to the Ceredigion Heritage Coast, and to the Victorian seaside resort of Aberystwyth. The seafront boasts the oldest pier in Wales, built in 1864, and offers one of the best vantage points in the surrounding area. Later, we arranged a journey on one of the little trains of Wales, the Vale of Rheidol Steam Railway. This unforgettable journey travels through Wales' most spectacular scenery on a historic narrow-gauge steam railway.

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Day 5

As a highlight of our journey, we visit the world-famous Hay-on-Wye, a haven for book lovers. This afternoon, we begin our journey home, filled with memories of our adventure through the heart of Wales.

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Metropole Hotel & Spa 4*, Llandrindod Wells

The Metropole Hotel & Spa is a splendid Victorian-style hotel surrounded by luscious countryside in the spa town of Llandrindod Wells. The hotel features an indoor leisure spa and an award-winning restaurant.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
Wi-Fi
Swimming Pool
Spa & wellness centre

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
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
Lutterworth	George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
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