The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

4.9 (462 reviews) 8 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Caerphilly Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

A tour arrives at Caerleon. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

On this tour you are accompanied by a historian with a deep passion and knowledge of Wales. You will learn some Welsh, sample traditional Welsh food and learn about the ancient history and culture of Wales. Gareth, your guide is a fluent Welsh speaker and he will give you an insight into Wales that wouldn't be available with a standard tour operator.

South Wales is the most populated area of Wales and it is the area of Wales that is the most iconic around the world. This area includes neolithic sites, Roman remains, breathtaking waterfalls, imposing Norman castles, industrial heritage, dramatic mountain scenery as well as beaches voted as some of the best in the world. The wandering bard offers either a Valleys tour, taking in some of Wales's best known ancient wonders or the Swansea Bay option which shows off some of Britain's most beautiful coastline. Both are fantastic days out and have been given excellent feedback by 99% of customers. Please check which tour you have booked.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Tours of Wales

Ages: Children (0–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Caerphilly Castle

1 h 30 min Admission not included

This is on the Valleys tour. Marvel at the size and location of the UK's third biggest castle.
Tintern Abbey

1 h 30 min Admission not included

This is on the Valleys Tour. Enjoy the abbey and the scenic views of the River Wye.
Chepstow Castle

2 hours Admission not included

This is on the Valleys tour. Enjoy a walk around the market town and visit Wales's first Norman Castle in a stunning setting over looking the River Wye.
Rhossili Bay

one hour

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Enjoy breathtaking views of the cliffs and worms head at one of Wales's most iconic beaches
Mumbles

1 h 30 min

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Stop for lunch at one of Wales's most beloved seaside resorts and enjoy a world famous Joe's ice cream
Neath Abbey

30 min

This is for the Swansea Bay option. Marvel at the largest Abbey in Wales. It's a 900 year old masterpiece set in the beautiful Vale of Neath.
Melincourt Waterfall

30 min

This is the Swansea Bay option. The vale of Neath is known as waterfall country and this is one of the best. It was painted by JMW Turner and the walk to the waterfall will really take your breath away.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour will pick up outside the Hilton Hotel on the Taxi Rank.

End point

The tour will pick up outside the Hilton Hotel on the Taxi Rank.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

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
The valleys tour

Duration: 8 hours

The Bard's valley odyssey: Travel through the beautiful Wye Valley stopping off at some of Wales's most iconic landmarks.