South Wales Coastal Cycling

Arrive in the seaside city of Swansea. Your home for the night is a luxurious boutique hotel, in the heart of the city centre.

This afternoon choose to take a walk around Swansea botanical gardens or pay a visit to the Dylan Thomas centre and learn about Wales’s most famous poet, whose hometown of Laugharne you’ll be visiting later in your trip.

Fuel up with a good dinner this evening, your South Wales Cycling adventure begins tomorrow morning when you leave the city behind and head into the more rural parts of South Wales’ coast!

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting off on your bike. With the city and your luggage left behind, your journey begins, following the coastline through the stunning Gower Peninsula, the UK’s first ever designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Don’t worry, your luggage will soon catch you up as daily luggage transfers are provided, ensuring you needn’t carry anything more than your day pack.

The Gower Peninsula is a paradise for wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled as Razorbills, Cormorants and occasionally Puffins can be spotted along the coast, as well as dolphins in the warmer months.

Continue on to the iconic Rhossili beach. From here you can see the iconic Worm’s Head rock promontory rising majestically from the sea. Rhossili village is the perfect place to pause for a Welsh dairy ice cream and a chance to savour the view.
Arrive into the small village of Llangennith, ready to hop off your bike and put your feet up. Your home for the night is a 17th Century inn, an impressive stone building with cosy rooms and a welcoming pub.

Today’s stretch of cycle path takes you across the River Loughor and along the coast. Riding on through the wetland conservation area of Llanelli, rich in wildlife, this area has reaped the benefits of ongoing conservation projects and is now a thriving home for creatures big and small.

Travelling onwards, choose to stop and visit the impressive Kidwelly Castle. A Norman Castle built in the 11th century, the castle overlooks the River Gwendraeth and the pretty town of Kidwelly.

Continuing on along the estuary where the Rivers Towy and Taf meet, reach your overnight accommodation in Ferryside. Kick back and treat yourself to a well-deserved evening meal.

With a tasty breakfast devoured it’s time to begin the next leg of your journey. With a shorter distance to cover today, take the opportunity to stop along the banks of the River Towy where you will likely spot local fishermen fishing for river trout. Continue on into the Roman market town of Carmarthen and explore its narrow streets. Where better to pause and whet your whistle than at Carmarthen’s Plume of Feathers, reputedly the smallest pub in Wales!
Today’s ride concludes in the rural town of St Clears. Staying in a converted coach house on a working farm, rest your legs whilst tucking into a delicious dinner prepared. There’s even a spa on site - with a little forward planning to book ahead, it could be just the place for a rejuvenating mid-trip massage!

After breakfast it’s back on your bike as you rejoin the scenic coastal path and head towards Laugharne, famously home to world-renowned poet Dylan Thomas. His beloved family home, the Boathouse, is now a wonderful tearoom, perfect for a mid-morning break and a chance to indulge in a delicious warm Welsh cake or a slice of freshly baked Bara Brith. Dylan was known to hide out near the town’s mighty mediaeval castle, also well worth a visit as you pass through this fascinating town.
As you continue toward the seaside town of Saundersfoot, you’ll pass the beautiful Telpyn beach, framed by dramatic coastal cliffs and pebble banks, a real treat for the eyes. A little further along this beautiful stretch of coastline on your South Wales coastal cycling adventure, you’ll arrive in Saundersfoot. Your home away from home is a peaceful family-run inn with panoramic views of the seaside.

Today’s cycle takes you into the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, pedalling along the world-famous coast and taking in the breathtaking cliff-top views. Tenby’s pastel-coloured seafront homes are recognised the world over, not least thanks to it being home to Ironman Wales for over a decade. Steeped in history and surrounded by an imposing mediaeval stone wall, Tenby’s maze of narrow streets is well worth an explore.
Continue on your self-guided bike ride, passing through more cute Welsh villages, many with their own little coves and bays. With a small detour you can stop to visit the iconic village of Freshwater East, with lots of options for refreshments, it won’t be hard to find a Welsh cake or a good portion of locally caught fish & chips!
Finish today’s cycle in the town of Pembroke, the birthplace of Henry Tudor. This Norman settlement is now a colourful town, boasting one of Wales’ most impressive castles. Settle in for the night in a traditional coach house and enjoy a well-earned opportunity to put your feet up after a big day in the saddle.

Your final day of cycling along the coast of South Wales takes you through some of the most stunning scenery in Pembrokeshire. Cycle over farmland and through picturesque villages until you reach Haverfordwest, the most populous town in Pembrokeshire.

From here your route heads back to the coast once again, leading you alongside almost 2 miles of beautiful golden beach at Newgale Sands. With its Blue Flag status, the clear blue water makes it the perfect stop for a mid-ride ocean dip.
Cycle into St David’s, situated at the most westerly point of Wales and where your South Wales coastal cycling adventure reaches its end. Local produce abounds in this tiny seaside city, so how better to celebrate your amazing achievement than with a delicious dinner in Britain’s smallest city and the final resting place of the Patron Saint of Wales.

Your epic South Wales Coastal Cycling adventure has come to an end. Pack your bags and your bike, it’s time to be transferred back to the start point in Swansea ready for your onward journey home, full of stories to share.