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

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Caerphilly Castle
A tour arrives at Caerleon.
Caerphilly Castle
Melin Court Waterfall
Melin Court waterfalls
Tintern Abbey and the Wye Valley
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Summary

Starts
Hilton Cardiff
Duration
8 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English and French
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Step into the heart of South Wales on a full-day tour led by a passionate local historian. Whether you choose the Valleys route or the Swansea Bay adventure, you’ll discover the region’s ancient wonders, dramatic scenery, and vibrant culture with an expert guide who brings Welsh history to life.

Your guide, Gareth, is a fluent Welsh speaker and historian who offers insights you won’t find with standard tours. Learn a few words of Welsh, sample traditional treats, and hear captivating stories that reveal the soul of Wales, all while exploring sites that shaped the nation’s history.

The Valleys tour journeys inland to marvel at Caerphilly Castle, the UK’s third largest, and the stunning Tintern Abbey along the River Wye. You’ll also stroll through a charming market town, visiting Wales’s first Norman castle perched above the river, soaking in centuries of history.

Opt for the Swansea Bay tour to experience some of Britain’s most breathtaking coastline. Enjoy panoramic views at Rhossili Bay, savor local flavors in the seaside resort of Mumbles, and discover the grandeur of Neath Abbey. The adventure continues with a visit to Melin Court waterfall, a hidden gem immortalized by JMW Turner.

With hotel pickup and drop-off from Cardiff, tours in English or French, and small group sizes for a personal experience, this is the perfect way to explore South Wales. Secure your spot now and immerse yourself in the stories, landscapes, and flavors of this unforgettable region.

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Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Tour escort/host
Driver/guide

Destinations

Photo of Cardiff, United Kingdom by Margaret DeckerCardiff

Map

Attractions

Photo of beautiful view of Caerphilly Castle, Wales, UK.Caerphilly Castle
Tintern Abbey / Abaty Tyndryn, Tintern, Monmouthshire, Wales, United KingdomTintern Abbey / Abaty Tyndryn

Options

Swansea Bay tour
Duration: 8 hours: Pick up at 0800 from the Hilton Hotel in Cardiff City Centre with drop off at 1630 at the same place.
Swansea and the Vale of Neath : The Swansea Bay tour. This tour visits Rhossili beach on the Gower, Mumbles, Neath Abbey and Melincourt Waterfalls
Pickup included
The valley adventure.
Duration: 8 hours
The Bard's valley odyssey: Travel through the beautiful Wye Valley stopping off at some of Wales's most iconic landmarks.

Good to know

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
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.

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