The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Wales, Wales

Join this six-day adventure exploring the best of Wales from London, where you'll absorb breathtaking scenery in National Parks and marvel at some of Wales' most historic castles. During this small-group tour you'll also spend time the capital city Cardiff, visit Britain's smallest city St Davids, discover Welsh industrial history at the Big Pit & St Fagans and much more… • Small-groups with a maximum of 16 passengers, starting and finishing in London • Travel through beautiful scenery in Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons,and the Pembrokeshire Coast. • Discover the history of some of the most magnificent castles in Wales • Spend time exploring Cardiff and also visit Britain's smallest city; St David's • Learn about Wales' industrial past at the Big Pit National Coal Museum and St Fagans National Museum of History  • Includes: five-nights accommodation, services of professional Driver-Guide and minibus transportation

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 5-nights en-suite accommodation, Driver/Guide, Breakfast each morning, Transportation in air-conditioned minibus, Small-group tour (max. 16 passengers), Breakfast

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance to attractions

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, imposing Norman castles, industrial heritage, dramatic mountain scenery as well as beaches voted as some of the best in the world.The valleys have defined Wales with images of coal miners, rugby players, and male voice choirs. Since the demise of the coal industry the valleys have gone through some tough times but these resolute people still have a culture all of their own.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Snacks, Light refreshments, Professional guide, Local guide, Tour escort/host

Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch

Explore the three most famous castles - Conwy, Dolbadarn, and Caernarfon on this day tour of Wales. You’ll also visit the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, the National Slate Museum and even make a stop at Britain’s Smallest House! This tour is the perfect combination of history, heritage, natural beauty and fun!

Inclusions: Expert local guide with years of local knowledge of the area, Driver & Transport by 16 seat minibus, Company insurance and liability, Fun, smiles and laughter are always free

Exclusions: Admission into sightseeing locations, Tips / Gratitude's, Snacks

Discover the history and heritage of this country on this day tour of Wales. Together with your guide, you will spend the day exploring the locations that made this country what it is today. Visit the National Slate Museum, old quarries that are now stunning oases and the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Photo ops abound on this fun day tour of Wales.

Inclusions: Expert local guide with years of local knowledge of the area, Transport by 16 seat minibus, Company insurance and liability, Fun, smiles and laughter are always free

Exclusions: Admission into sightseeing locations, Snacks, Tips / Gratitude's

Visit the Italian inspired village of Portmeirion on this fun day tour of Wales. Not only will you spend time in this charming seaside village, but you’ll also visit Caernarfon and Conwy Castles and Snowdonia National Park. Your tour guide will take you around the area regaling you with information about the history and culture of the area as well as local stories and myths! Be sure to bring your camera for this exciting tour of one of the most picturesque parts of Wales!

Inclusions: Expert local guide with years of local knowledge of the area, Driver & Transport by 16 seat minibus, Company insurance and liability, Fun, smiles and laughter are always free

Exclusions: Snacks, Gratuities - Tips, Sightseeing entrance fees

Enjoy touring without the crowds with your very own exclusive private tour of North Wales. If you are here on a time precious visit, then this tour will help you capture the very best of the region. During your tour we will introduce you to the unique culture of Wales, it's amazing history and some of the best scenery in the country. During the tour we make visits to the medieval walled town of Conwy, visit the town with the longest name in Wales and Britain, Caernarfon Castle for photo stop, tour through the Snowdonia National Park glacial valleys with lakes and the stunning mountain passes. We also stop off at Swallow Falls (entrance £2 per person) and visit the pretty Welsh village of Betws-y-Coed and the riverside town of Llanwrst. We are flexible to provide a custom designed tour based on the duration booked and the agreed pick up locations.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Complimentary Ordnance Survey Touring Map in full colour

Exclusions: Entrance fees to any attractions, Gratuities, Refreshments, Lunch or Snacks

Our tour takes in three of the principal castles of South Wales, beginning with a drive around Cardiff castle, a site of historical strategic importance. We then visit the enchanting ‘fairytale castle’ Castell Coch, followed by Wales’ largest castle, the imposing Caerphilly castle. The tour then continues with a drive through the mountain scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park and a chance to explore the market town of Brecon. This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to explore some of South Wales’ finest castles, enjoy scenic mountain views and experience a historical market town.

Inclusions: Transport, Driver Guide

Exclusions: Admission Charges, Gratuities

The tour encompasses the whole of Conwy Town Walls and Quayside including climbing up to the top of the highest tower (weather conditions permitting) and finding our way through the medieval streets to get the best views of the Castle and defensive walls as well as the river and mountains.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Admission tickets

This is a history tour made interesting with plenty of stories for young and old alike led by a lady in traditional Welsh costume - tall black hat and all. We visit all the main attractions in Conwy hearing the about past and present inhabitants - real and ghostly alike. Your guide is a resident of Conwy so you'll get a real insight into what it is like living in the town today as well as in the past. Also provided is a receiver so you can remain apart from others and not miss a word of the guides commentary

Inclusions: A guide dressed in traditional Welsh costume, An audio transmitter for hearing the guide's commentary whilst maintaining social distancing

Exclusions: Ear phones or you can buy a disposable set

Follow the forgotten but, in places, ancient pathways which lie behind Llandaff Cathedral on this self-guided audio tour. Isolated, atmospheric, and away from modern urban Cardiff, they are filled with mystery, atmosphere, legend and ghost stories. In places, these paths were ancient Celtic trade routes or medieval roadways. They are filled with strange and sometimes spine chilling tales of ghosts and phantoms, still being witnessed and reported in modern times. In places, the atmosphere can become strange, overwhelming, even sinister, especially in the dark seclusion of the night! This tour follows a circular route taking you along a mysterious and atmospheric wooded lane, the scene of many ghostly experiences, before following the riverbank where more ghostly encounters and legends are told. The route turns back towards the Cathedral for more tales, and culminates in the old abandoned and overgrown woodland graveyard, with its intense atmosphere and ghostly tales.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food and drink