Cheap 6-Day Wales Road Trip Vacation from Cardiff to Aberystwyth and St Asaph

Your exciting road trip through Wales starts when you reach the incredible city of Cardiff, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Cardiff and begin your adventure in Wales.

Cardiff is a popular cheap holiday destination in Wales with something to offer every traveler. More than a city in Wales, Cardiff is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations in Wales.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at The Exchange Hotel. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,310 former guests, this 3-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Cardiff.

These top-rated accommodations in Cardiff are popular and get fully-booked fast. If unavailable during your trip to the city, our system will automatically recommend you the best, affordable alternatives.

When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Cardiff and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Bute Park will make your cheap holiday in Wales truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,654 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Cardiff. An excellent example is the popular Cafe Citta. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Wales is The Alchemist Cardiff. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,213 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Old Arcade. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,079 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Dead Canary is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 700 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Wales!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Wales, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Powys and end your day in the city of Aberystwyth, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Powys is the amazing Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 618 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Henrhyd Falls. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,035 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Powys is likely to make your vacation in Wales even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Powys is the outstanding Craig-y-Nos Country Park. This country park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 700 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Wales, drop by the popular Brecon Canal Basin. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 915 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Craig Goch Dam. This dam is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 911 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Wales. To have the best affordable travel experience in Wales, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Wales unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Wales.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Aberystwyth. Aberystwyth is another cheap travel destination in Wales where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

One of the best budget stay options in Aberystwyth is the 5-star The Pod & Cwtch luxury accommodation. This hotel has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 518 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Flambards Hotel and Restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 446 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Evangelisa to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Aberystwyth. In fact, around 254 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Wales can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Aberystwyth that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Aberystwyth is Baravin. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 664 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Aberystwyth, Upstairs at the Pier is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 659 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Aberystwyth enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Aberystwyth’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Wales. For example, you can visit The Glengower. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Wales!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Wales, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Powys and end your day in the city of St Asaph, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Powys is the amazing Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,209 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,734 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Powys is likely to make your vacation in Wales even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Powys is the outstanding Llyn Vyrnwy Dam. This dam has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,012 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Wales, drop by the popular Pistyll Rhaeadr. This attraction, an amazing waterfall, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,325 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Wales. To have the best affordable travel experience in Wales, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Wales unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Wales.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of St Asaph. St Asaph is another cheap travel destination in Wales where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Gales Of Llangollen. This 3-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 842 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Wales can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in St Asaph that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in St Asaph enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of St Asaph’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Wales.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Wales!

Today's agenda is to explore Conwy and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in St Asaph.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Gwydir Forest Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 1,412 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Swallow Falls Waterfall. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,024 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Smallest House in Great Britain during a vacation in Conwy. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Smallest House in Great Britain has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,120 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Wales is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Conwy Castle. This popular place of interest in Conwy is a valued castle that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 16,085 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Conwy when you include the fantastic Welsh Mountain Zoo to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating zoo with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,910 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Wales more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Conwy, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of St Asaph for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in St Asaph, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in St Asaph.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Wales!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Wales, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Conwy and end your day in the city of Cardiff, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Conwy is the amazing Pentre Mawr Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 605 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Gwrych Castle. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,407 travelers, a visit to this well-known folly and sightseeing spot in Conwy is likely to make your vacation in Wales even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Conwy is the outstanding Eirias Park. This sports venue has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 988 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Wales, drop by the popular Pont-y-Pair Bridge. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,368 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Wales. To have the best affordable travel experience in Wales, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Wales unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Wales.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cardiff. Cardiff is another cheap travel destination in Wales where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing The Exchange Hotel. This 3-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,310 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Wales can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Cardiff that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Cardiff is Pasture Restaurant Cardiff. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 697 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Cardiff, Bar 44 Cardiff is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 733 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Cardiff. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Cardiff enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 774 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Cardiff’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Wales. For example, you can visit Kongs Cardiff. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 915 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Wales!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Wales as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Cardiff.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Wales.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your leisurely self-drive vacation in Wales.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Cardiff is the remarkable Cardiff Castle. This castle and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,664 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Cardiff, consider a top-rated restaurant like Elevens Bar And Grill. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 787 customers.

Mowgli Street Food is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 573 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is The Clink Restaurant Cardiff. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 366 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Wales and your fun memories in Cardiff.

You’ll then say farewell to Cardiff and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Wales!