Cardiff Welsh Heritage and History Tour

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.

Meeting Point

Hilton Cardiff

Kingsway, Greyfriars Rd, Cardiff CF10 3HH, UK

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

What's included:

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

Not included:

• Drinks
• Food and drinks, unless specified

What to expect:

Duration: 9 hours, 30 minutes

Caerphilly Castle

Castle Street, , Caerphilly, CF83 1JD

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

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Tintern Abbey

Tintern, NP16 6SE

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

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Chepstow Castle

Bridge Street, , Chepstow, NP16 5EY

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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Rhossili Bay

Rhossili, SA3 1PR

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

1 hour, 30 minutes

Mumbles

Mumbles

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

1 hour, 30 minutes

Neath Abbey

Monastery Road, Neath, SA10 7DH

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.

30 minutes

Melincourt Waterfall

Tonna Road, Melin Court Brook, Resolven

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.

30 minutes