Welsh Escape with London

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Take a trip to Wales and escape to the beauty and history of “The Land of Castles“ on this guided vacation. Leave the bustle of London for the green landscapes of England’s countryside, visiting Stonehenge and Bath en route to Wales. Spend two nights in Cardiff, with plenty to see around Welsh capital city, including fascinating St. Fagans National Museum o...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
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What's this trip about?

    Take a trip to Wales and escape to the beauty and history of “The Land of Castles“ on this guided vacation. Leave the bustle of London for the green landscapes of England’s countryside, visiting Stonehenge and Bath en route to Wales. Spend two nights in Cardiff, with plenty to see around Welsh capital city, including fascinating St. Fagans National Museum of History and fairytale Cardiff Castle. On the way to North Wales, drive through beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park and stop in the pretty towns of Brecon and Builth Wells. Meet locals who have a strong culture and heritage and still speak a Celtic language natively. Overnight in Llangollen where you might wish to take a stroll along the Victoria Promenade. You’ll travel through Snowdonia National Park via Betws-y-Coed and on to Caernarfon, famous for its enormous medieval castle and have some time to spend in its vibrant shops, cafés, and traditional pubs. On your way to England’s Manchester, stop in Chester and take photos of its 16th century Tudor buildings traditionally constructed from oak with the timbers stained with black tar. Spend the last night of your escorted tour in Manchester where you gather with your traveling companions, and raise a glass to this Welsh adventure. See why this escape through Wales’s beauty and history is made even better without the crowds of the high season on your affordable, guided Welsh vacation.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City LONDON, ENGLAND
End CityMANCHESTER

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • England

Attractions

  • Bath
  • Brecon Beacons
  • Cardiff
  • Chester
  • London
  • Stonehenge

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND

Welcome to London! Meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

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Day 2: LONDON

On The Town In London LONDON Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Prime Minister’s Downing Street residence, Buckingham Palace, and a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Free time this afternoon. ...

Day 3: LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH–CARDIFF, WALES

Mysterious Stones & Spa City STONEHENGE Take a guided visit. BATH Visit the elegant Georgian city. (Breakfast) 176 mi / 284 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & MYSTERY Ponder the who, what, why, and how of Stonehenge, one of the most impressive prehistoric mega...

Day 4: CARDIFF

Pride of Wales CARDIFF Visit St. Fagans National Museum of History and Cardiff Castle. Free time this afternoon. (Breakfast) 16 mi / 26 km

LOCAL FAVORITE NATIONAL TREASURE Explore the open-air National Museum of History in St. Fagans, where you will see many ...

Day 5: CARDIFF–BRECON–BUILTH WELLS–LLANGOLLEN

Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles Drive through stunning Brecon Beacons National Park. BRECON Stop at a market town. BUILTH WELLS Stop at a village known for its 12th century castle. LLANGOLLEN Visit the picturesque village, home of an annual international cont...

Day 6: LLANGOLLEN–BETWS-Y-COED–CAERNARFON–CHESTER, ENGLAND–MANCHESTER

From Prince To King Drive over spectacular Llanberis Pass and through Snowdonia National Park. BETWS-Y-COED Stop at the gateway to Snowdonia. CAERNARFON Visit the city where the castle saw the investiture of King Charles III as Prince of Wales in 1969. CHESTER Stop at...

Day 7: MANCHESTER

Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Park Plaza WaterlooThe 494-room property is situated within walking distance of top London attractions, including the London Eye, the London Dungeons and the Imperial War Museum. The Florentine Restaurant serves a Brasserie-style menu; the bar features the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails; and for a relaxing cup of coffee, head to the illy Caffè bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a heated swimming pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.LondonUnited Kingdom6 Hercules RoadMillennium GloucesterThis modern and luxurious hotel is located in fashionable South Kensington, a relaxed environment in the heart of London. The hotel offers a variety of dining options such as Bombay Brasserie and Bugis Street Brasserie for Indian and Oriental cuisine, South West 7 for breakfast and Humphrey's Bar for light meals and drinks. 24-hour room service, concierge service, and a fitness room with cardiovascular equipment and weights is also available.LondonUnited Kingdom4-18 Harrington GardensMercure Cardiff Holland HouseMercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel and Spa is a modern hotel situated in the vibrant capital city of Wales, Cardiff, with 165 bedrooms. All of the sights and attractions of Cardiff are within walking distance such as the iconic Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle.CardiffUnited Kingdom24-26 Newport RoadRamada Plaza WrexhamWrexham's premier four star hotel has been designed to offer luxurious accommodation with superb amenities and service with those extra touches to make your stay more pleasurable.WrexhamUnited KingdomEllice WayThe Wild Pheasant Hotel Combining the traditional charm and comfort of an original 19th-century building. The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa is situated in magnificent scenery in the Vale of Llangollen, North Wales. The Hotel offers excellent accommodation with 47 bedrooms and executive rooms and suites are available with disabled access. DenbighshireUnited KingdomBerwyn RoadClayton Hotel Manchester AirportClayton Hotel Manchester Airport is one of the closest hotels to Manchester Airport. You can enjoy an ultimate sleep experience in one of the elegant and luxurious rooms, indulge in fine dining in our Aviator Bar or Grill Restaurant, and get complimentary 24hr shuttle services to all terminals at the airport and train station.Unwind the evening before you fly by taking advantage of our multiple dining options either in the Grill Restaurant or the vibrant Aviator Bar, offering mouth-watering menus. Take the hassle out of an early morning flight and enjoy breakfast from 5.30am or grab it to go and hop on the complimentary shuttle bus to arrive at the terminal fresh, relaxed and in plenty of time. ManchesterUnited KingdomOutwood Lane,
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