The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

4.9

based on 398 reviews

| Cardiff, United Kingdom

Reviews Summary

Customers consistently praise the tours as excellent and unforgettable, often highlighting them as the best part of their trip. The experiences are described as special, enjoyable, and highly recommended.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

8.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

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

Drinks
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Customers need to be aware that there are two tours available. There is the Valleys option calling at Tintern Abbey, Chepstow Castle and Caerphilly Castle and there is the Swansea Bay option calling at Rhossili Bay, Mumbles, Neath Abbey and Melin Court waterfall. Gareth is the only guide so only one of these trips goes ahead per day. Please check your booking to see which trip you have booked. They are both the Wandering Bard's tour but one goes to Swansea Bay whereas the other goes inland to the Valleys. This has caused confusion with customers in the past.

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...

Duration 8 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 8 people in the group

1
Caerphilly Castle
This is on the Valleys tour. Marvel at the size and location of the UK's third biggest castle.
- Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Tintern Abbey
This is on the Valleys Tour. Enjoy the abbey and the scenic views of the River Wye.
- Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included

Chepstow Castle

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.

Duration 2 Hours•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Rhossili Bay

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

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

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

Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Neath Abbey

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.

Duration 30 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Melincourt Waterfall

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.