Luxury 5-Day Wales Road Trip from Cardiff traveling north to Aberystwyth

Your luxury holiday in Wales begins as soon as you reach the neighborhood of Cardiff. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Wales is Cardiff - a neighborhood with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Cardiff.

Start your sightseeing in the neighborhood with a visit to the fantastic Roath Park. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Cardiff, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,598 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Cardiff. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Cardiff.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Cafe Citta. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Cardiff.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Bill's Cardiff Central Restaurant. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the neighborhood. Considering its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,663 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

The Alchemist Cardiff is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Cardiff, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,213 customers.

As your day in Cardiff is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Wales.

Make your way to The Dead Canary. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Old Arcade, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 1,079 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Pasture Restaurant Cardiff. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Wales and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Wales you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Cardiff and the city of Aberystwyth. You’ll stay in Aberystwyth for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Cardiff. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Cardiff Castle your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,028 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this castle and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible National Museum Cardiff. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,751 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this museum building and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 373,191 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Wales Millennium Centre. This convention center has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,729 visitors.

When you’re finished at the open-air museum, the perfect next stop is the popular St Fagans National Museum of History. This spectacular open-air museum and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 10,708 reviews. St Fagans National Museum of History attracts about 610,155 visitors annually.

Make the most of your day in Cardiff by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Wales to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Wales. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Cardiff today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Aberystwyth, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ultracomida, one of the best restaurants in Aberystwyth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Little Italy as one of their top choices in the city. Little Italy is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 522 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Aberystwyth is Medina. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,121 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Glengower is one of the best bars you can visit in Aberystwyth tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Athro Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 699 customers.

Alternatively, try Ship & Castle. Ship & Castle is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 396 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Wales! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your exciting luxury holiday across Wales you will continue exploring the city of Trawsfynydd. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Trawsfynydd. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Portmeirion. This attraction is a village and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,584 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Trawsfynydd has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Trawsfynydd, make sure to check out Coffee#1 Aberystwyth. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,103 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Sophie's. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Trawsfynydd before is Baravin. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 664 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

The Libertine is one of the best bars in Trawsfynydd and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 367 customers.

You may also want to check out Y Bañera. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Y Bañera is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 198 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Yr Hen Orsaf - JD Wetherspoon. Yr Hen Orsaf - JD Wetherspoon has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,769 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Wales has plenty more in store for you.

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Wales you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Tintern and the city of Cardiff. You’ll stay in Cardiff for 1 night.

Your day starts in Tintern. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Tintern Abbey / Abaty Tyndryn your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,630 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Tintern by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Wales to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Wales. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Tintern today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cardiff, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pettigrew Tea Rooms - Bute Park, one of the best restaurants in Cardiff. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Bar 44 Cardiff as one of their top choices in the city. Bar 44 Cardiff is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Cardiff is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Cardiff. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Kongs Cardiff is one of the best bars you can visit in Cardiff tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Elevens Bar And Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 787 customers.

Alternatively, try Lab 22. Lab 22 is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Wales! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Wales and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Cardiff before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Wales by heading out to the stunning Bute Park. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,423 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Cardiff.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Cardiff, check out the menu at Mowgli Street Food. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Park Plaza Cardiff. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try The Potted Pig. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 492 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Cardiff and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Wales in your luggage!