13-Day Wales Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Cardiff to Swansea, St Davids, Aberystwyth, Betws y Coed, and Llandudno

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Explore the best of Wales on a remarkable 13-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Cardiff, Brecon, Tretower, Rhossili, Swansea, St Davids, Pembroke, Bosherston, Tenby, St Florence, Carew, Aberystwyth, Devil's Bridge, Beddgelert, Llanberis, Dinorwig, Betws y Coed, Portmeirion, Porthmadog, Caernarfon, Conwy, Llandudno, Beaumaris, Holyhead, Hay on Wye, Three Cocks, and Bronllys.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Wales. You will spend 4 nights in Cardiff, 1 night in Swansea, 2 nights in St Davids, 1 night in Aberystwyth, 2 nights in Betws y Coed, and 2 nights in Llandudno. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Wales. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Cardiff, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Wales on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Wales. Llandudno Pier and Cardiff Castle are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Cardiff, Brecon, Tretower, Rhossili, Swansea, St Davids, Pembroke, Bosherston, Tenby, St Florence, Carew, Aberystwyth, Devil's Bridge, Beddgelert, Llanberis, Dinorwig, Betws y Coed, Portmeirion, Porthmadog, Caernarfon, Conwy, Llandudno, Beaumaris, Holyhead, Hay on Wye, Three Cocks, and Bronllys, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Wales. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Wales.

Throughout your road trip in Wales, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Wales.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Cardiff - Arrival day
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  • Bute Park
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Welcome to Cardiff, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Wales! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 3 nights discovering what to see in Cardiff before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Cardiff is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Cardiff. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Wales. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Cardiff, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Wales!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Cardiff
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Wales Millennium Centre
  • St Fagans National Museum of History building
  • National Museum Wales Main Library
  • Roath Park
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Wales. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Cardiff, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Wales!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Cardiff
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Drive 153 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • Brecon Canal Basin
  • The Royal Welsh Regimental Museum
  • Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr
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Greet day 3 of your road trip in Wales with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Cardiff, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Brecon and Tretower.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Cardiff.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Cardiff. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Wales.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Cardiff
  • Swansea
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Drive 129 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Swansea Museum
  • National Trust - Rhosili and South Gower Coast
  • Oystermouth Castle
  • Clyne Gardens
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On day 4 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Wales, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Rhossili. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Swansea, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Swansea. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Swansea is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Swansea.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Wales.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Swansea
  • St Davids
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Drive 261 km, 4 hours 55 min

  • St David's Cathedral
  • Pembroke Castle
  • Saint Govan's Chapel
  • St Ann's Head Lighthouse
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in Wales includes 4 stops and features some of the highlights of St Davids, Pembroke, Bosherston, and Dale. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in St Davids, where you'll spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in St Davids. St Davids offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in St Davids. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Wales!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • St Davids
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Drive 117 km, 2 hours 14 min

  • Tenby Castle
  • Dinosaur Park
  • Carew Castle & Tidal Mill
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in St Davids, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to St Davids and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in St Davids. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Wales!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • St Davids
  • Aberystwyth
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Drive 158 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Aberystwyth Cliff Railway
  • Aberystwyth Castle Grounds
  • Vale of Rheidol Railway
  • Devil's Bridge Falls
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 7 of your road trip in Wales. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Aberystwyth, where will spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in St Davids.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Aberystwyth, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Aberystwyth, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Say good night to Aberystwyth and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Wales!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Aberystwyth
  • Betws y Coed
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Drive 150 km, 3 hours 14 min

  • Gelert's Grave
  • Llanberis Lake Railway
  • Dolbadarn Castle
  • Llanberis Station
  • National Slate Museum
  • Ceunant Mawr Waterfall
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On day 8 of your road trip in Wales, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Beddgelert, Llanberis, and Dinorwig are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Betws y Coed, where you will stay for 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Betws y Coed. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the village.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Betws y Coed. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Wales!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Betws y Coed
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Drive 168 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • Gorsaf Copa'r Wyddfa Summit Station
  • Rhaeadr Ewynnol Swallow Falls Waterfall
  • Portmeirion North Wales
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
  • Caernarfon Castle
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Wake up to day 9 of your road trip in Wales. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Betws Garmon, Portmeirion, Porthmadog, and Caernarfon. With 1 night to stay in Betws y Coed, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the village’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Betws y Coed.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Betws y Coed's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Wales!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Betws y Coed
  • Llandudno
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Drive 59 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Conwy Castle
  • Smallest House in Great Britain
  • Llandudno Pier
  • National Trust - Bodnant Garden
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in Wales. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Conwy, Llandudno, and Graig. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Llandudno, where you'll spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Llandudno. Llandudno offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Llandudno's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Llandudno
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Drive 176 km, 2 hours 40 min

  • Beaumaris Castle
  • Trefignath
  • Plas Newydd House and Gardens
  • Foel Farm Park
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On day 11 of your road trip in Wales, you’ll start and end your day in Llandudno, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Llandudno, there’s no need to rush. Experience Beaumaris, Holyhead, Llanddaniel Fab, and Foel to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Llandudno and your accommodation.

Llandudno is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Llandudno.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Wales!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Llandudno
  • Cardiff
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Drive 325 km, 4 hours 32 min

  • Hay Castle
  • Black Mountain Activities
  • Bronllys Castle
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Wales, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Hay on Wye, Three Cocks, and Bronllys. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Cardiff, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Cardiff, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Cardiff's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Head back to your accommodation in Cardiff and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Wales.

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Cardiff - Departure day
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  • Cardiff Castle
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Day 13 of your road trip in Wales is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Wrap up your shopping with a drink and some pastries at a cozy cafe.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Wales!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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