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.
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Welcome to London! Meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D) Dinner
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. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SITES England’s national treasure of St. Paul’s Cathedral is home to a spectacular array of art from delicate carvings to gilded dome murals and modern works of art. As the seat of the Bishop of London, the cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London, where notable remembrances have been served here, including Queen Victoria’s jubilee, birthdays of Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher Breakfast
Day 3 LONDON–STONEHENGE–BATH–CARDIFF, WALES
Mysterious Stones & Spa City STONEHENGE Take a guided visit.
BATH Visit the elegant Georgian city. (B) 176 mi / 284 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & MYSTERY Ponder the who, what, why, and how of Stonehenge, one of the most impressive prehistoric megalithic monuments in the world. Its sheer size and sophisticated architectural design have earned its legendary reverence as the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Although its original purpose is a mystery, the concentric monuments hold spiritual significance for people from around the world who gather at the massive stone circles to celebrate the summer solstice Breakfast
Day 4 CARDIFF
Pride of Wales CARDIFF Visit St. Fagans National Museum of History and Cardiff Castle. Free time this afternoon. (B) 16 mi / 26 km
LOCAL FAVORITE
NATIONAL TREASURE Explore the open-air National Museum of History in St. Fagans, where you will see many historic buildings brought from all over Wales and learn about architecture, culture, agriculture and lifestyle of the Welsh people – from the world of a 230,000-year-old Neanderthal child to modern day Breakfast
Day 5 CARDIFF–BRECON–BUILTH WELLS–LLANGOLLEN–WREXHAM
Welsh Dragons, Daffodils & Castles Drive through stunning Brecon Beacons National Park.
BRECON Stop at a market town.
BUILTH WELLS Stop at the country town that hosts the annual Royal Welsh Show.
LLANGOLLEN Visit the picturesque village, home of an annual international contest for poets and musicians.(B) 137 mi / 220 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
UNIQUE SPOT Medieval towns? Tick. Rolling green hills? Tick. Waterfalls? Tick. Romantic castles? Tick. In fact, there are 17 castles and palaces scattered in towns and on remote hills of Brecon Beacons Park. Explore one of Wales' three national parks, connect with nature and hear about Welsh turbulent history Breakfast
Day 6 WREXHAM–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 the medieval cathedral city.
MANCHESTER Free time in the evening. (B,D) 174 mi / 280 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
UNESCO SITE Caernarfon is a royal town known for its mighty 13th century castle. It is also a seaside resort and a stronghold of Welsh culture and heritage BreakfastDinner
Day 7 MANCHESTER
Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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Cardiff
Wrexham
Manchester
Millennium Gloucester First-Class
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4-18 Harrington Gardens London United Kingdom
This 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.
Park Plaza Waterloo Superior First-Class
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6 Hercules Road London United Kingdom
The 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.
Mercure Cardiff Holland House Superior First-Class
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24-26 Newport Road Cardiff United Kingdom
Mercure 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.
Ramada Plaza Wrexham First-Class
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Ellice Way Wrexham United Kingdom
Wrexham'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.
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport First-Class
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Outwood Lane Manchester United Kingdom
Clayton 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.
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