Cardiff Wye Valley Historical Attractions Tour

Escape the hustle and bustle of Cardiff city with a day tour to explore the Wye Valley's wonders.
Discover the region’s most iconic sites, each with its own story to tell!
Start your adventure among the ancient Roman ruins of Caerleon. Explore the impressive amphitheatre—nicknamed the “Stonehenge of Roman Wales.

Discover Chepstow’s dramatic riverside castle—the oldest stone fortress in Britain or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming town and relax with a coffee at one of the many picturesque cafés by the river.

Hike up to Eagle’s Nest for panoramic views over the Wye Valley—on a clear day, you can see five counties and the Bristol Chanel from this Victorian-era favourite viewpoint.

Experience the haunting beauty of Tintern Abbey.

Stroll through the charming streets of Monmouth, cross the unique Monnow Bridge, the only medieval bridge in Britain still topped by its original gatehouse.

Meeting Point

City United Reformed Church

Plas Windsor, Cardiff CF10 3BZ, UK

Kindly arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Our driver, who will be in a white van, will meet you by the church.

What's included:

• Driver
• Transportation

Not included:

• Gratuities
• Hotel pick up/drop off
• admissions / entry fees Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Caerleon Amphitheatre

Broadway, Caerleon

Start your adventure among the ancient Roman ruins of Caerleon. Explore the impressive amphitheatre—nicknamed the “Stonehenge of Roman Wales”—where gladiators once fought, and legends say King Arthur’s Round Table may have stood.

45 minutes

Chepstow Castle

Bridge Street, , Chepstow, NP16 5EY

Town of Chepstow to tour Chepstow Castle, the oldest fortress in Wales. Inside, discover an impressive wooden gate, the oldest example in Europe, which has endured for over 800 years.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Eagle's Nest

Wye Valley, Wyndcliffe Ct, Chepstow, NP16 6HD

Hike up to Eagle’s Nest for panoramic views over the Wye Valley—on a clear day, you can see five counties and the Bristol Chanel from this Victorian-era favourite viewpoint.

1 hour

Tintern Abbey

Tintern, NP16 6SE

Monastic ruins of Tintern Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986 and a must-visit spot in South Wales.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Monmouth

Monmouth

Stroll through the charming streets of Monmouth, birthplace of King Henry V. Cross the unique Monnow Bridge, the only medieval bridge in Britain still topped by its original gatehouse.

1 hour