Historic Cardiff, Royal Mint and Welsh Mines

A fantastic tour to the very best sights of south Wales, taking in history and heritage, castles and coasts, green hills, beautiful gardens and breathtaking mountains! Discover the beauty of the Gower Peninsula with our local guide, before enjoying a stop at the delightful village of Mumbles. We spend a full day in the capital of Cardiff where you will see a unique blend of historic landmarks and cosmopolitan attractions, including Cardiff Castle, Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Bay, topped off with a visit to the Royal Mint Experience where we discover how coins are produced. We will also learn about the Welsh coal industry at the fascinating Mining Experience, as well as how the award-winning single malt whiskey is made at Penderyn Distillery. Filled with unique excursions, this 5-day tour is a must!

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4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
4 evening meals
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Porterage at the hotel

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Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then travel to south Wales for a four-night stay.

Includes Dinner

Today we discover the outstanding natural beauty of the Gower Peninsula with our knowledgeable local guide, firstly stopping off at the Gower Heritage Centre – a rural life museum based around a working 12th century water mill.

Passing the ancient sandstone ridge of Cefn Bryn, known locally as the 'backbone of the Gower', and the atmospheric Neolithic burial chamber of Arthur’s Stone, you will enjoy spectacular views over Rossili Beach, Worms’ Head and Three Cliffs Bay – voted the second best view in Britain.

We then head for the village of Mumbles to take a stroll along the promenade that takes you onto the pier and to its fabulous Italian ice cream parlours. Browse the shops, including the local Mumbles Pottery or the Lovespoon Gallery, to stock up on some great souvenirs.

Alternatively, enjoy the splendid sea views from one of the outdoor cafés and watch the world go by.

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Gower Peninsula Guided Tour Mumbles

Enjoy a full day out to Capital Cardiff. Although founded by the Romans 2000 years ago, Cardiff is essentially a young city and has seen immense change over the past decade but still retains a wealth of historic buildings, including the city centre castle. The results of this change can be seen at the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Bay – one of Europe’s most exciting waterfront developments.

We end the day with a visit to the Royal Mint Experience on the outskirts of Cardiff. This interactive museum explains how coins are produced. See the coins being minted and learn the fascinating history of this everyday piece of our lives.

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Cardiff Royal Mint Experience

Today, we learn about Black Gold and explore the history of the Welsh coal industry starting at the Big Pit, the famous industrial heritage museum. Relive a bygone age as you don essential mining equipment – helmet, cap lamp and air purifying 'self-rescuer' – before being lowered down the mineshaft for a fascinating underground tour led by real miners.

We then sample more of the spirit of Wales at the Penderyn Distillery, nestled in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, learning how the award-winning single malt whisky is produced. At the end of the tour, test the mouth-watering products in the Tasting Bar.

Before returning to our hotel, there’s time to visit the Rhondda Heritage Park for a second Welsh Mining Experience, giving an insight into the life of a different coal mining community of the Lewis Merthyr Colliery.

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