Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

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Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

5 Days Starting and ending in London

Visiting: London, Aberystwyth, New Quay, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Group size:

2 - 16

Age range:

Min:5yrs with an adultChild discount available for 5-15 yrs sharing with 2 adults

Trip Styles:

Small Group

From: $1455 $1019 Operator discount: -$437 -30%

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Discover the mountain peaks and windswept coastline of Wales on this 5-day group tour from London. Explore the pretty villages of the Cotswolds and spend two nights in the coastal town of Aberystwyth. Take in the ruins of Harlech Castle, uncover the scenery of Snowdonia National Park and wander the pretty whitewashed streets of New Quay. Visit the smallest city in the UK, St Davids, browse the fascinating National Museum of History in St Fagans and make your way back to the English capital.

Highlights

  • Aberystwyth - Spend two nights in this charming Welsh town by the sea, with visits to nearby villages and Snowdonia National Park

  • Harlech Castle - Discover this 800-year-old castle, built by King Edward I during his conquest of Wales

  • New Quay - Wander this coastal whitewashed town independently, enjoying seaside walks and local hospitality

  • Tenby - Admire the 13th century town walls, stroll along the beach and explore the harbour of this pretty down during a two-night stay

  • St Davids - Explore the UK's smallest city independently - it's home to just 1,800 people

  • Cotswolds - Pass through stereotypical English villages in this area of outstanding natural beauty and make a stop in Castle Combe

Itinerary

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Day 1: London

Location: London

London - Hay-on-Wye - Aberystwyth. Departing central London this morning, we drive away from the city and into the Cotswolds area of outstanding natural beauty. Pass through charming English postcard villages, stopping for photos and whenever we come across a site of interest.





Crossing into Wales, we stop first at Hay-on-Wye, nestled just outside the Brecon Beacons and known as the 'town of books' thanks to its large number of bookshops. Driving into the Elan Valley and the Cambrian Mountains we can enjoy the scenery before reaching the seaside town of Aberystwyth, home for the next two nights.





Please note: Check-in closes at 09:00 on day 1 (tour departs at 09:15) - Stance 3, Greenline Coach Terminal London, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH.





Accommodation: Bodalwyn, GwesTY Guest House, The Glengower or similar

Day 2: Aberystwyth

Location: Aberystwyth

Meals Included: Breakfast

Taking a day trip from Aberystwyth, we head into the mountains of Snowdonia National Park, and stop in the village of Beddgelert. Here lies the grave of Gelert, the legendary dog, slain by Llywelyn the Great. This medieval Welsh ruler believed Gelert had devoured his baby and so killed him, when in fact Gelert had been protecting the infant from a wolf. Llywelyn never smiled again, or so the story goes.





Our next stop is Harlech Castle. Built by King Edward I during his conquest of Wales around 800 years ago, this fortress overlooks both the mountains of Snowdonia and the ocean. Returning to Aberystwyth, the rest of today is at leisure.





Accommodation: Bodalwyn, GwesTY Guest House, The Glengower or similar

Day 3: New Quay

Location: New Quay

Meals Included: Breakfast

Aberystwyth - New Quay - Tenby. Departing Aberystwyth, we travel along the coastline of Cardigan Bay, through charming Aberaeron to New Quay. This whitewashed town is on the beach, and there's time to wander on foot - keep your eyes peeled for whales off the coast!





Heading inland, we visit Dinefwr Estate (or Carreg Cennen Castle if it is closed) and the ruined castle located here before making a short stop in Laugharne where famous Welsh poet and playwright Dylan Thompson lived and wrote his iconic work 'Under Milk Wood'. We then complete our drive to the seaside town of Tenby, where we spend the night.





Accommodation: Southcliff Guest House or similar

Day 4: Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Location: Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tenby - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - St Davids - Pembroke - Tenby. We spend our last full day in Wales uncovering the country's south-west. Take in the scenic coastline of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, birthplace of the patron saint of Wales - St David. We then travel to the UK's smallest city, which is named after the patron saint. There's free time for lunch in St Davids before we visit the rural town of Pembroke, home to some well preserved medieval walls and a ruined castle. Returning to Tenby, our final evening is at leisure.





Accommodation: Southcliff Guest House or similar

Day 5: London

Location: London

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tenby - St Fagans - Castle Combe - London. We begin our journey back to London this morning. There's a stop at the National Museum of History in St Fagans (it is possible to leave the tour here and travel by public transport to Cardiff, should you wish). We then take the Severn Crossing back into England and enjoy a stop in the Cotswolds village of Castle Combe, the perfect place for a stroll and to enjoy a quintessential English village. We then complete our drive back to London.





Please note: This tour ends at 19:30 - London Victoria Drop Off, Stance 3, Greenline Coach Terminal, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Simple guesthouse (hotel upgrade available)

  • 4 breakfasts

  • 4 nights simple guesthouse (hotel upgrade available)

  • Escorted by a local driver-guide

  • Entrance to Harlech Castle

  • Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning

  • All road tolls

  • 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details

  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Airport transfers (pick up and drop off information can be found in the Trip Notes)

  • Meals not specified in itinerary

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!

  • Entry fees unless specified

Age Policy

Min:5yrs with an adultChild discount available for 5-15 yrs sharing with 2 adults

Check out our Q&As

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Marcia (Marcy) Froehlich  

Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

07-Aug-2024

First of all the tour guide, Amir, was terrific! He made the tour memorable. He was knowledgeable, kind, funny, solicitous of each passenger, and a good driver. He took great care of us. I rated the transport a 4 because there wasn't a lot of leg room for my seat. I'm only 5'10 and my knees were right up against the seat in front of me. It would also be nice to have a cup holder so we could bring a coffee on board without spilling it. The food in the bed and breakfasts was good, if that's what you mean by food. I rated the accommodation a 4 due to one of the bed and breakfasts was up two flights of stairs, and it was a challenge getting my suitcase up there. But then I suppose I should have specified that this might be a problem. Otherwise both of the rooms were spacious and clean, and the owners were kind.

Jeanette Dick  

Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

03-Sep-2024

We had an amazing trip to the Devon and Cornwall districts. Our driver and guide Nic was the best. He told us so many stories and took us to interesting spots throughout the whole journey. I would thoroughly recommend this tour and driver.

Amela Davie  

Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

11-Sep-2024

Tour was amazing had a great time Russell was a fabulous guide and enjoyed my trip around wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Thankyou😊

DAVID FEWSTER  

Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

07-Oct-2024

The tour was fantastic, it exceeded our expectations. The driver/tour guide Nic was exceptional. His driving was impeccable and his knowledge was unbelievable. His is a walking encyclopaedia. We couldn't have wished for a better guide, he was so friendly. We could not fault anything thus we gave it 10 out of 10. We would recommend this tour and Rabbies to anyone. When we visit the UK again we will most likely do the Cornwall one with them.

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  • Low Deposit

    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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