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 Great Britain - Wales - United Kingdom- Wales Travel-  Wales is known only as former home to Sir Anthony
Hopkins, Richard Burton, Catherine Zeta Jones, Laura Ashley and Tom Jones, but
it has inspired the poet Dylan Thomas and other literary figures. What makes a good tour of Wales? - "Great Little Trains of Wales," narrow-gauge steam through gorgeous countryside - Folklore - charming love-spoons, traditional gifts carved by young men for their sweethearts -More castles per square mile than anywhere else in Europe - Caernarfon, Caerphilly, Conwy, to name a few -Scenic beauty of the Welsh National Parks – Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons -Unique locations like Portmeirion – or the beautiful gardens of Bodnant -Hear a male Welsh choir practice. -Industrial Wales - coal mines, slate caverns, ironworks and more.  Escorted Tours from Cardiff. Relaxed
pace; stay at one hotel for your whole stay - no packing up and moving on.
Departs mornings from city center Cardiff. Returns to Cardiff late afternoon.
Train transportation from London available at added cost.Includes:
 Snowdonia 5 DaysSnowdonia is one of the National Parks of Wales and an area of outstanding natural beauty. Snowdonia offers such diverse landscapes from the highest mountain ranges, tranquil lakes, fast flowing rivers and a wealth of forest trails to miles of golden sandy beaches on the Lleyn Peninsula. Day 1 A morning departure from South Wales travelling to Caernarfon arriving with time to relax before dinner. Day 2 After breakfast we travel to Portmeirion (entrance included). Clough Williams-Ellis built Portmeirion between the years 1925 to 1975 on his own private peninsula on the coast of Snowdonia. The village also has several shops and restaurants and is surrounded by the Gwyllt sub-tropical gardens and woodlands and miles of sandy beaches. We continue to Porthmadoc with its pretty harbour before returning to Caernarfon via Bedgellert. Day 3 Today we travel to Llanberis and ride the famous mountain railway to the top of Snowdon. Your journey begins at the foot of the highest mountain in England and Wales. It continues through woodland, across an impressive viaduct before starting the long haul up to the ridge and onto the mountain itself. On fine days the views from the train and summit are breathtaking. The view from the top takes in the Isle of Man and the Wicklow mountains in Ireland. We complete the day with a visit to Anglesey and Llanfair P.G. better known as: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwlllla ntysiliogogogoch. Day 4 Today we visit Llandudno, one of Britain’s finest Victorian seaside resorts, bringing together a lively mix of fun and entertainment. Its long crescent promenade, wide shopping streets, sweeping sands and wealth of family attractions make it a perfect destination whether you’re riding the famous tramway or taking tea in the award winning tea-room at the Victoria shopping centre. Day 5 We depart Caernarfon and return home today to South Wales with a relaxing leisurely drive through this beautiful scenic country of ours. Your Price Also Includes ..Journey on the Snowdonia Mountain Railway .Entry to Portmeirion Italian Village . Other Entry fees not included unless otherwise stated Hotel: The Celtic Royal Hotel ... The popular Celtic Royal hotel is located in the centre of Caernarfon and has comfortable en suite bedrooms with television, tea, coffee making facilities, hairdryer and telephone. The hotel has an elevator to all floors, restaurant and bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and steam room.
4 & 6 Days
TenbyTenby is one of the most popular and well-known resorts in Wales. It has a bustling small town centre with an array of shops, cafes and bars. Only a short boat trip away is ‘Caldey Island’ famous for its home produced chocolate and perfumes. A magnificent sandy beach and picturesque harbour mark Tenby as one of the prettiest holiday destinations in Britain. Golden sands, clear blue water and candy colored houses make Tenby picture perfect. Hotel: The Clarence House Hotel .. This family run hotel enjoys an excellent position on the esplanade with front sea views of the South Beach, Caldey Island and the Gower Coast. The town centre and shops are only a short, level walk away. The hotel has a lift to all floors, a bar and restaurant with sea view. Comfortable bedrooms with bath have television and tea, coffee making facilities. There is a no smoking policy in the bedrooms. An elevator serves all floors. Day 1 Depart South Wales in the morning, travelling to Tenby via Carmarthen. D Day 2 At leisure in Tenby. Time to relax and explore your surroundings. B, D Day 3 After a leisurely breakfast we depart for Cardigan and the Preselli Mountains. One of the most rural counties in Wales. Ceredigion offers unspoiled countryside and uncrowded beaches, a veritable haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Much of the coastline is designated as a 'heritage coast' and is of of Britain's most diverse areas for marine wildlife. Situated at the lowest crossing point of the River Teifi, about a mile and a half from the sea, the ancient town of Cardigan is one of the most historic in Wales. B, D Day 4 Today we visit the pretty market town of Haverfordwest and St David's. The city of St David's is situated on the far south west coast of Wales and granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II because of the presence of the cathedral. Built upon the site of St David's 6th century monastery St David's Cathedral has been a site of pilgrimage and worship for many hundreds of years and remains a church serving a living community. St David's is in reality a small attractive village situated within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and surrounded by spectacular coastal scenery renowned for its beauty and abundance of wildlife. Whitesands Bay, one of the many beautiful beaches in the area, carries the prestigious European Blue Flag Award. B, D Day 5 At leisure in Tenby, relax or finish that last minute shopping. B Day 6 Sadly its time to leave Tenby travelling to Swansea for a few hours free time before arriving home. B B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included Your Price also Includes Entertainment every night . Tour is 3 days in winter. Warners - Bodelwyddan Catle 'Historic Hotel' Warners - Bodelwyddan Castle 'Historic Hotel' 5 days Warner Breaks are a complete adults only holiday package, including dinner, bed and breakfast, live entertainment and leisure activities. By day you can just relax, enjoy one of our excursions or take part in the many activities including dancing, games and quizzes. Warner Breaks offer a range of activities such as archery, tennis, and croquet. Have a swim in the heated swimming pool, relax in the spa pool, steam room and sauna or enjoy a beauty treatment. What's more every hotel and resort has something special up its sleeve like golf, shooting or fishing. By night you can experience the spectacular shows with big stars and their highly skilled in-house entertainers! 182 room castle and enjoy all the facilities of this unique location. Located in Denbyshire, North Wales. Bodelwyddan has fine views that stretch for miles and is set in beautiful woodlands, ideal for a leisurely stroll. All comfortable en-suite bedrooms feature hairdryer, telephone, television and tea, coffee-making facilities. Enjoy dinner and breakfast in St. Davids Restaurant, entertainment in the Lowther Hall cabaret room, white drinks are available in the Lowther Bar, Bowlshall bar Gallery and Elwy bars. The Mulberrys coffee shop is available for drinks and small meals. Excellence and friendly service is everywhere at Bodelwyddan Castle. Warner Breaks usual superb leisure facilities include a major indoor bowling complex along with traditional sports and an indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. Day 1 Travel from South Wales to North Wales in time to relax before your evening meal. D Day 2 A day to enjoy your new surroundings and the activities at Bodewyddan B, D Day 3 After a leisurely breakfast we have a day into the Snowdonia National Park. B, D Day 4 Today after your breakfast, we visit the historic city of Chester. The city's heritage is truly inspiring and includes a host of great treasures from the past and boasts the best preserved city wall in England. Visit the splendid cathedral and browse among the two tiered galleries of shops dating from the Middle Ages. B, D Day 5 Sadly we must depart after breakfast for our return to South Wales. B Welcome to Wales Wales is a country rich in history, steeped in myth and legend with over 750 miles of coastline, beautiful coastline, beautiful countryside, castles and one of the oldest languages in the world. We have tried to contrast a tour to showcase just a taste of our beautiful country visiting some of our very best scenery and enjoying a few of the many attractions we have to offer. YOUR HOTELS * * The Clarence House Hotel The Clarence House Hotel is a family run hotel which enjoys an excellent position with views of the South Beach, Caldey Island and the Gower Coast. The town centre and shops are only a short level walk away. The hotel has a lift to all floors, a bar and restaurant with a sea view. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms have television and tea, coffee-making facilities. A lift serves all floors. * * * Cliff Hotel Gwbert Cliff Hotel Gwbert is set in 30 acres of grounds overlooking Cardigan Bay, the Cliff Hotel boasts outstanding scenery and amazing sea views and a cliff walk can often reveal seals, porpoises and dolphins. All comfortable en-suite rooms have satellite television, telephone and tea, coffee-making facilities. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and lift. You can indulge yourself in the new spa facility with many facilities including hydro pool, steam room and sauna. * * * Beaufort Park Hotel Mold Beaufort Park Hotel Mold is located near the historic market town of Mold and offers well appointed en-suite bedrooms equipped with tea, coffee-making facilities, satellite television, telephone and hairdryer. The hotel has a restaurant serving excellent cuisine and relaxing bar. There is no lift but only one floor and many rooms on the ground floor to compensate Day 1 We begin our tour, travelling into Carmarthenshire and a visit to the National Botanic Garden of Wales. The spectacular dome, the largest single span glasshouse in the world, is posed on the Welsh landscape like a giant raindrop protecting and conserving some of the most endangered plants on the planet. We continue to our overnight half board accommodation in Tenby. D Day 2 After a leisurely breakfast we leave Tenby and travel to Pembroke and Haverfordwest continuing to St. Davids following the spectacular coastline whenever possible. We then head North through Fishguard to our two nights accommodation at The Cliff hotel Gwbert which has spectacular views overlooking the Teifi Estuary and Cardigan Bay. B, D Day 3 This morning we travel to the picturesque conservation village of Cenarth, with its spectacular falls and National Coracle Centre. We continue to the Dolaucothi Gold Mines, set amid wooded hillsides overlooking the beautiful Cothi Valley. The mine as it appears today is a reconstruction of the 1930's and there are guided yours of the underground workings along with the opportunity to experience the frustration of gold panning for yourself. We return to the hotel after a stop in Aberaeron. B, D Day 4 We leave Gwbert and travel to Aberystwyth to enjoy a return journey on the Vale of Rheidol Railway, one of the Great Little trains of Wales. Opened in 1902, it was originally built to serve the lead mines in the Rheidol Valley, the train passes through some of the most rugged terrain of any railway in the United Kingdom. We continue to Dolgellau and Blaenau Ffestiniog to our last overnight accommodation in Mold. B, D Day 5 After a leisurely breakfast we travel over the scenic Horseshoe Pass to Llangollen where we embark on a two hour canal cruise on one of the most popular waterways in Europe. The Llangollen Canal boasts scenic beauty and breathtaking engineering in equal measure. The magnificent Pontcysylite Aqueduct across the River Dee is worth the journey alone and is simply a must-see. We return to South Wales via Shrewsbury. B B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included Rates per person sharing a twin room in USD
Departures: All tours depart Cardiff in the AM on day 1. We can book a city center Cardiff for you for the night before departure, at added charge. Returns: All tours return to Cardiff late in the afternoon on the last day of the tour, too late for a departing flight back home. An additional night in Cardiff may be booked at extra charge.
 Llandudno 5 and 8 dayLlandudno - Summer Victorian Resort Llandudno - Summer Victorian Resort 8 days - One of Britain's finest Victorian seaside resorts. There's all the enchantment of the magic and mystery of the past woven into the majestic scenery, which stretches from the coastline right through the rural heart of Snowdonia. The compelling mountain ranges, tranquil lakes and wild moorland provide the ultimate picturesque backdrop. Llandudno is one of Britain's finest Victorian seaside resorts, bringing together a lively mix of fun and entertainment. Its long crescent promenade, wide shopping streets, sweeping sands and wealth of family attractions make it a perfect destination for a holiday. Whether you're riding the famous tramway or taking tea in the award winning tea-room at the Victoria shopping centre, you're sure to be delighted by Llandudno's warmth and charm. * * *St Kilda Hotel The three star St Kilda Hotel is ideally located in the centre of Llandudno's Victorian promenade opposite the bandstand. All well appointed bedrooms are equipped to a high standard with private bathroom, hairdryer, tea, coffee-making facilities, television, radio and telephone. The restaurant prides itself on its cuisine and the St Kilda bar is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the entertainment provided every night. The hotel has a lift to all floors There's all the enchantment of the magic and mystery of the past woven into the majestic scenery, which stretches, from the coastline right through the rural heart of Snowdonia. The compelling mountain ranges, tranquil lakes and wild moorland provide the ultimate picturesque backdrop. Llandudno is one of Britain’s finest Victorian seaside resorts, bringing together a lively mix of fun and entertainment. Its long crescent promenade, wide shopping streets, sweeping sands and wealth of family attractions make it a perfect destination for a vacation. Whether you’re riding the famous tramway or taking tea in the award winning tea-room at the Victoria shopping center, you’re sure to be delighted by Llandudno’s warmth and charm. Hotel: St Kilda Hotel ... We are delighted to offer the three star St Kilda Hotel which is ideally located in the centre of Llandudno ’s Victorian promenade opposite the bandstand. All well appointed bedrooms are equipped to a high standard with private bathroom, hairdryer, tea, coffee making facilities, television, radio and telephone. The restaurant prides itself on its cuisine and the St Kilda bar is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the entertainment provided every night. The hotel has an elevator to all floors. Day 1 Morning departure to Llandudno. Day 2 At leisure in Llandudno. Day 3 Today we visit nearby Conwy and Caernarfon. Conwy is the classic walled town. Its circuit of walls, over three quarters of a mile long and guarded by no less than 22 towers, is one of the finest in the World. Visit the picturesque quayside overlooking the harbor, one of the Wales largest recreational boating harbors and look out for the fascinating smallest house. Caernarfon is where history comes alive in so many ways -along the lofty wall walks, beneath the twin-towered gatehouse and within imaginative exhibitions located within the towers. The castle also houses the Regimental Museum of the Royal Welch Fusiliers, Wales's oldest regiment. Day 4 Today we drive to Betws-y-Coed, a pretty village near the Swallow Falls where the river Llugwy flows through a wooded valley. We continue to Blaenau Ffestiniogonce the slate capital of North Wales. There is a row of cottages depicting the cramped and basic living conditions endured by the workers during the last century. Day 5 We depart after breakfast for a day tour to Anglesey visiting Llanfair P.G. We also visit Beaumaris the site of Edward 1st’s last castle. Places to visit are the courthouse built in 1617 and the restored gaol.  Day 6A full day tour to the historic city of
Chester. The city’s heritage is truly inspiring and includes a host
of great treasures from the past and boasts the best preserved city wall in
England. Visit the splendid cathedral and browse among the two tiered
galleries of shops dating from the Middle Ages. Day 7 At leisure in Llandudno, time to finish that last minute shopping. Day 8 Sadly, we leave our hotel for the journey to South Wales. 5 day tour delete days 2, 4 & 7 Llandudno 5 & 8 Day Tours Your Price Includes . Welcome tea, coffee on arrival. Entertainment most nights. Entry fees not included unless otherwise stated Faenol Music Festival 4 days - Faenol, Music Festival in North Wales Both Wales and international performers give concerts over the summer bank holiday at the fantastic Faenol Festival, hosted by Welsh bass baritone opera star Bryn Terfal and held in the Faenol Estate's natural amphitheater. Our choice hotels for the tour are the 3 star Quality Royal Victoria hotel in Llanberis and the Celtic Royal in Caernarfon. The 3 star Royal Victoria at the foot of the Snowdon has comfortable en-suite bedrooms featuring satellite television, hairdryer, trouser press, direct dial telephone, complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities. The hotel has a restaurant ad guests can relax and unwind in the well stocked Snowdon and Victoria Bars. * * * Celtic Royal Hotel The popular Celtic Royal hotel is located in the centre of Caernarfon and has a comfortable en-suite bedrooms with television, tea, coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, and telephone. The hotel has a lift to all floors, restaurant and bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and stream room.
 PRIVATE TOURS OF WALESYou need 7 days or more to do it all, but here are two specials itineraries - one north and one south. Welsh Discovery - North Wales Private Tour 4 Day First Class
Private Guided Tour of Wales. This tour of North Wales may be combined with our
Welsh Dragon tour, a tour of South Wales. Take the AM train from London to Manchester (approx. 2 1/4 hours). Meet your
driver and depart for your tour of Wales. Cross the border for this afternoon's
special treat: Take the scenic route over Horseshoe Pass for stay at historic
Ruthin Castle. RUTHIN CASTLE With many of
its black and white half-timbered buildings huddled around the market square,
Ruthin still has something of a medieval flair. Here, you will find the old
court house and prison. St. Peter's Church contains 500 oak panels in the roof,
a gift from Henry VII. Ruthin Castle was built in 1150, and contains a dungeon,
a drowning pool, whipping pit, and it is said a ghost known as the Grey Lady.
Not to worry though. The Castle also contains lovely bedrooms and boasts superb
cuisine. You may choose to relax and enjoy a medieval feast of your ancestors -
a world of gallant knights, gracious ladies, feasting and merriment in the
candelit setting reminiscent of days gone by. Enjoy period singing and good
humor all in traditional costume while dining on succulent food, wine and
mead. Day 2 Ruthin - Snowdonia Visit towns with tongue twisting names like Llanfairpwyllgwyngyll. You travel along the picturesque coast to Conwy, one of Edward I's defenses. Sited on a broad, precipitous rock, the castle, built in 1283 has been the scene of many dramatic historical events. Edward was besieged here, and the chapel was the scene of the betrayal of Richard II to Henry of Lancaster. The outer walls are 15 feet thick. Continue your journey at the National Trust’s 100-acre Bodnant Garden - a ‘must see’ place for every true garden lover. The setting is breathtaking, with views down to the River Conwy and across to Snowdonia. Beautiful Bodnant has five Italianate terraces and manicured lawns leading down to a wooded valley with a sparkling stream running through a secluded wild garden. Continue through the rugged scenery of the Snowdonia National Park to Portmeirion. Patrick McGoohan's enigmatic television series, " The Prisoner" was filmed on location at Portmeirion. This unique village is set on its own private peninsula on the southern shores of Snowdonia. It was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis to demonstrate how a naturally beautiful place could be developed without spoiling it. It’s an architectural fantasy with beautiful planting on a wooded hillside. This extraordinary village is surrounded by the wild ‘Gwyllt’ gardens, which contain many rare Himalayan flowering trees.Day 3 Explore Snowdonia Wales is known for spectacular Snowdonia National Park, a greener, more gentle beauty. Travel the Snowdon Mountain Railway, Britain's only public rack and pinion railway or the Llanberis Lake Railway, a lakeside trip on a narrow gauge steam train, with views towards Snowdon. A breathtaking drive through the Snowdonia National Park and Aberglaslyn brings you to Llechwedd Slate Caverns, where you experience a close-up exploration of the largest working waterwheel in mainland Britain. Slate-splitting demonstrations by hand-craftsmen revealing the skills and artistry of generations of quarry workers. The perilous ups and downs of a 19th century incline plane, a unique restoration of the machinery which transported slate. Board the miners tramway for a ride into caverns of huge proportions with explanations by a local guide. Return to Portmeirion. Day 4 Caernarvon - Llangollen - London This afternoon meander the Welsh-speaking town of Caernarvon, home of the first ever Prince of Wales. Finally, return by way of charming Betws-y-Coed and Llangollen. In July, the streets of this small Welsh village are filled with the sound of music from the International Musical Eisteddfod. The town's old stone bridge dates from 1345 and is acclaimed as one of the three beauties of Wales. Llangollen has had some notable citizens, among them the eccentric "Ladies of Llangollen" who wore masculine dress and were often mistaken as men. Visit Plas Newydd, their timbered black and white home. Around 1778 it became fashionable to visit them and among their guests were the Duke of Wellington and Sir Walter Scott. End the day late afternoon in Manchester, with a return train trip to London.
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Daily departures, just for your party
 Welsh Dragon - South WalesGuaranteed to be a
small group4 Day First Class Escorted tour of South Wales. Included Highlights: an introduction to the very best of South Wales and South West England. You'll see fabulous history, wonderful scenery and visit with local people. 3 breakfasts, minibus coaching with driver/guide, accommodations and sightseeing. Day 1 - London- Cardiff Train from London Paddington to Cardiff (2 hours). We head for the Art collection at the National Museum & Gallery is one of the finest in Europe. Five hundred years of magnificent paintings, drawings, sculpture, silver and ceramics from Wales and across the world, including one of Europe's best collections of Impressionist works. Our accommodation is in the Vale of Glamorgan, at a working Welsh Farmhouse, with vineyard.Llanerch Vineyard, for many years the family home of Peter and Diana Andrews, offers a superb 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation. The 21 acre Llanerch Estate is set in the Vale of Glamorgan, one of the most beautiful parts of the UK, with lovely villages and bustling market towns, yet it is only a 15 minute drive from the centre of Wales' vibrant capital city, Cardiff. The Vale of Glamorgan is the Valley of Kings where the wizard Merlin was schooled. Day 2 - St. David's -
Tenby Wales' smallest city, St. Davids was founded by the Welsh
patron saint in 550 and is one of the most enchanting and evocative places in
Britain. St Davids Cathedral is Wales' holiest place and has been drawing
pilgrims for a millennium and a half. In medieval times, it was declared that
two pilgrimages to St. Davids were the equivalent to one to Rome and three the
equivalent of one to Jerusalem itself. The 12th century cathedral is hidden in
a grassy hollow and was carefully designed so that it was hidden from invaders!
The stone cottages along the high street, today house craft shops and
galleries. Tenby is a town in Pembrokeshire, lying on Carmarthen Bay. Probably
originating as a Viking settlement, and now is a popular seaside resort.
Attractions in Tenby include the 13th-century town walls, the Five Arches , the
15th-century St Mary's Church, the Tudor Merchant's House, a museum and art
gallery. Boats sail from Tenby's harbor to Caldey Island, while St Catherine's
Island is linked to the town at low tide. Day 3 - St. Fagans - Welsh Mining Valley - Brecon Beacons Visit the open-air Museum of Welsh Life at St. Fagans, with its carefully restored buildings and exhibits on Welsh culture. The Museum shows how the people of Wales lived, worked and spent their leisure time over the last five hundred years. The Museum stands in the grounds of the magnificent St Fagans Castle, a late 16th century manor house generously donated to the people of Wales by the Earl of Plymouth. Experience the scenic beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the characteristic Welsh Valleys, while exploring the historical and industrial heritage of South Wales. View the sole surviving deep Welsh coal mine and the breathtaking scenery of the Brecon Beacons, land of salmon rivers and the Welsh mountain pony. Stop on the way to witness remains of the industrial past - including the opportunity to descend 300 feet into a coal mine! (B) Day 4 - Caerlon Roman Camp - London Follow the path of Romans, Normans and Cistercian monks along the border of Wales - fought over by the Celts and Anglo-Saxons and romanticized by Turner and Wordsworth. Visit Caerleon Roman fort, with its baths and amphitheater - believed to have become one of legendary King Arthur's courts. This morning is spent at the village of Caerleon named after a Roman Legion camp. Visit the barracks, a complete amphitheater, Roman baths and the ruins of a Roman port. Take the train back to London. (B) Price Includes:
.jpg) Journeys Through Wales - Trains through Wales Wales is a small country that is often overlooked. However, those who do not consider visiting this beautiful country will miss out on exploring the breathtaking natural beauty and authentic old-world charm. Wales has myriad towns and villages with seemingly unpronounceable names, its own language, an ancient form of Celtic, its own prince, Charles, narrow-gauge steam railways that puff contentedly, and more castles per square mile than anywhere else in Europe. Not every town in Wales can be reached by train, but we have selected a few highlights. Journeys Through Wales - Wales Rail Tour Includes: • 4-day rail pass. • First-class accommodations for 3 nights; room with private bath. • 3 full breakfasts. • All taxes and service charges. Sightseeing admission charges at added cost.
Choice of rail itineraries. South Wales NEWPORT/CARDIFF/SWANSEA/ CARMARTHEN/TENBY/LLANELI/ LLANDRIDOD You can visit all of these areas by train: Caerleon Roman Museum and Fort – Newport Tredegar House and Park Newport Cyfarthfa Castle – Merthyr Tydfil 3 miles Museum of Welsh Life (St Fagans) – Cardiff Central 3 miles National Museum of Wales (Cathays) – Cardiff Central Gower – Swansea Caerphilly Tenby Day 1 – LONDON/CARDIFF Train from London
Paddington to Cardiff (2 hours). Head for the art collection at the National
Museum & Gallery, including one of Europe’s best collections of
Impressionist works. Explore Caerphilly Castle, the second largest castle in
Britain. Built in the late 13th century, the fortress is a supreme example of
the concentric “walls within walls” system of defense. The
castle’s only sign of weakness is its famous leaning tower (which
out-leans the tower at Pisa). Overnight at Park Inn Cardiff or Hilton.Day 2 – SWANSEA Many different experiences are available. The city of Swansea is the birthplace of movie star Catherine Zeta Jones and poet Dylan Thomas. The nearby Gower Peninsula has some spectacular coastal scenery including the view from the village of Rhossili, with its fabulous sunsets. Overnight at Park Inn Cardiff or Aberavon Beach Hotel . Day 3 – TENBY Tenby, a town in Pembrokeshire lying on Carmarthen Bay, probably originated as a Viking settlement. Attractions include the 13th-century town walls, the Five Arches barbican, the 15th-century St. Mary’s Church, and the Tudor Merchant’s House. Boats sail from Tenby’s harbor to Caldey Island, where perfumes are made. Another option: Visit the open-air Museum of Welsh Life at St. Fagans, with its carefully restored buildings and exhibits on Welsh culture. Overnight at Park Inn Cardiff or Hilton . Day 4 – CAERLON ROMAN CAMP Follow the path of Romans, Normans and Cistercian monks along the border of Wales – fought over by the Celts and Anglo-Saxons and romanticized by Turner and Wordsworth. Visit Caerleon Roman fort, with its baths and amphitheater – believed to have become one of legendary King Arthur’s courts. Take the train back to London. North Wales CHESTER/LLANDUDNO/ BETWS-Y-COED/BLAENAU FFESTINIOG/ BANGOR/WREXHAM You can visit all of these areas by train: Ffestiniog Railway – Blaenau Ffestiniog Great Orme – Llandudno Llechwedd Slate Caverns – Blaenau Ffestiniog Betws-y-Coed Day 1 – LONDON/CHESTER Take the train from London to Manchester (approx. 21/4 hours) and to Chester, the walled city. The best place to start is the Chester Cathedral. Then walk along the walls of Chester and toward the Eastgate clock. This is the perfect vantage point from which to observe the busy town. QUEEN HOTEL Day 2 – LLANDUDNO/CONWY Llandudno, Wales’
largest resort with two wonderful beaches, has kept its Victorian and Edwardian
elegance and splendor, despite its modern attractions. Taken as a whole, Conwy
is incomparably the most magnificent of Edward I’s Welsh fortresses. Conwy
railway station is next to the castle. Empire or Castle ConwyDay 3 – LLECHWEDD SLATE CAVERNS/ BLAENAU FFESTINIOG The Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world. You can travel by steam through the spectacular scenery of Snowdonia National Park. Blaenau Ffestiniog was once the capital of the slate quarrying industry. Now, one of the old quarries has been turned into a major tourist attraction. You can take the Miner’s Tramway into the side of the mountain and into a succession of spectacular chambers where a miner describes the working of the mine. Empire or Castle Conwy Day 4 – BETWS-Y-COED Return by way of charming Betws-y-Coed, North Wales’ most popular inland resort. It is where the River Conwy meets its three tributaries flowing from the west. Much of it was built in Victorian times and it is the principal village of Snowdonia National Park. Visitors to Betws-y-Coed will hear the locals speak Welsh. Take the train to London.
Welsh Ancestry: As the years go by, do you feel a yearning to re discover your roots? You may have heard your parents and grandparents talk of their Welsh ancestry and would like to find out more about them and their communities. http://www.homecomingwales.com/findingfamily.php The Cotswolds - gardens, writers, stone circles and one of the oldest inns in England Shore excursions for all cruise lines in Edinburgh and Glasgow. WALES |
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