The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, French
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Tour escort/host
Driver/guide

Drinks
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch

Overview

On this tour you are accompanied by a historian with a deep passion and knowledge of Wales. You will learn some Welsh, sample traditional Welsh food and learn about the ancient history and culture of Wales. Gareth, your guide is a fluent Welsh speaker and he will give you an insight into Wales that wouldn't be available with a standard tour operator. South Wales is the most populated area of Wales and it is the area of Wales that is the most iconic around the world. This area includes neolithic sites, Roman remains, breathtaking waterfalls, imposing Norman castles, industrial heritage, dramatic mountain scenery as well as beaches voted as some of the best in the world. The wandering bard offers either a Valleys tour, taking in some of Wales's best known ancient wonders or the Swansea Bay option which shows off some of Britain's most beautiful coastline. Both are fantastic days out and have been given excellent feedback by 99% of customers. Please check which tour you have booked.

Pickup points

Hilton Cardiff
Greyfriars Rd, Kingsway, Cardiff, United Kingdom, GB, CF10 3HH

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Pickup details

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Meeting points

The tour will pick up outside the Hilton Hotel on the Taxi Rank.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Caerphilly Castle

This is on the Valleys tour. Marvel at the size and location of the UK's third biggest castle.

1 hour 30 minutes
Tintern Abbey

This is on the Valleys Tour. Enjoy the abbey and the scenic views of the River Wye.

1 hour 30 minutes
Chepstow Castle

This is on the Valleys tour. Enjoy a walk around the market town and visit Wales's first Norman Castle in a stunning setting over looking the River Wye.

2 hours
Rhossili Bay

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Enjoy breathtaking views of the cliffs and worms head at one of Wales's most iconic beaches

1 hour
Mumbles

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Stop for lunch at one of Wales's most beloved seaside resorts and enjoy a world famous Joe's ice cream

1 hour 30 minutes
Neath Abbey

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Marvel at the largest Abbey in Wales. It's a 900 year old masterpiece set in the beautiful Vale of Neath.

30 minutes
Melincourt Waterfall

This is the Swansea Bay option. The vale of Neath is known as waterfall country and this is one of the best. It was painted by JMW Turner and the walk to the waterfall will really take your breath away.

30 minutes

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Customers need to be aware that there are two tours available. There is the Valleys option calling at Tintern Abbey, Chepstow Castle and Caerphilly Castle and there is the Swansea Bay option calling at Rhossili Bay, Mumbles, Neath Abbey and Melin Court waterfall. Gareth is the only guide so only one of these trips goes ahead per day. Please check your booking to see which trip you have booked. They are both the Wandering Bard's tour but one goes to Swansea Bay whereas the other goes inland to the Valleys. This has caused confusion with customers in the past.

Free Cancellation

December 19100% refund

December 20No refund

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