Things to do in South Wales, Wales: The Best Bus Tours

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

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

Explore Cardiff City centre this city sightseeing tour is a must for first time visitors to the city. Your driver guide is an expert on Cardiff, and will show you the main attractions, and some of the more not so well known sights. Being a driven tour you can save your feet as there is no walking involved. This means we can show you more in less time. Your guide will be available to you and only you, to answer any questions you may have, and even amend the tour as it progresses, so you can see more of what interests you, and less of what doesn't.

Inclusions: Bottled water

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Enjoy 5 days exploring Wales. Visit an incredible array of castles, three national parks and learn about ancient Celtic culture. Travel in comfort through beautiful countryside on this luxury, small-group tour with a maximum of 16 people.

Inclusions: 4 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast in either a B&B or 3-star Hotel., Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission fees

Head to Barry Island for a 3-hour ‘Gavin and Stacey’ TV location tour based on the popular British series that charted an endearing romance between the couple, making comedy of their cultural differences with hilarious results. As Stacey’s home town, the peninsula town of Barry is littered with filming sites, and the tour introduces you to the best ones. See where characters like Nessa worked, and walk on the street where Uncle Bryn lived. As they say in Barry, ‘come and see what’s occurring’!

Inclusions: Transport by coach, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Round-trip transport from Cardiff to Barry

Follow the trail of 'Doctor Who' around Cardiff on a private 4-hour sightseeing tour! The 4-hour TV locations tour is the perfect experience for fans of the eccentric time lord who want to see Cardiff’s sights, like the Millennium Stadium, as well. Hear insider gossip from your guide – an avid ‘Doctor Who’ fan – and stop to explore locations such as Amy Pond’s village of Leadworth.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned sightseeing vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

The best way to see Cardiff! Join us for a 50-minute City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour, including Cardiff Castle, Techniquest and Millennium Stadium. This is a hop-on hop-off service, which allows you to use this tour as a convenient way to access all major highlights in Cardiff.

Inclusions: Hop-on hop-off tour, Recorded commentary, Vouchers valid for 12 months

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified

This tour takes you to the capital city of Wales, Cardiff, for a full day of exploring. This trip includes a sightseeing tour with a local guide, entrance to the impressive Caerphilly Castle, luxury return coach travel, and an accompanying tour manager. This a perfect way of visiting another country without the need of a visa or passport.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Pick-up and drop-off from designated meeting points, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

This is the perfect tour for die-hard Doctor Who fans! Starting in the morning with the Doctor Who Walking Tour of Cardiff which takes in Cardiff's National Museum, City Centre, and Castle after a brief stop for lunch (where you will also be able to explore Cardiff Castle) we will then travel to the filming locations of Farringham Village, Leadworth, and Bad Wolf Bay before finishing in Cardiff Bay. Whilst exploring these filming locations you will uncover the history and importance of the filming locations that you are visiting, how these locations were used in various episodes, how filming was managed, and even some behind the scenes secrets! During the tour, we will visit the famous Bad Wolf Bay, which is approximately an hour's drive from Cardiff. Because of the tide, we will require some flexibility in the itinerary in order to travel to and from Bad Wolf Bay, but all our planned locations will be visited during the tour.

Inclusions: Experienced Guide

Exclusions: Lunch and any other refreshments purchased during the tour are not included in the cost of this tour., Gratuities