Mystic Wales: From Castles to Coast, United Kingdom

Discover Wales over 8 days as you make your way across rugged mountains and coastlines, stunning National Parks and lands inhabited for 29,000 years.

Private Itinerary
8 Days

Journey Highlights & Signature Inclusions

Wales, known for its rugged coastline, mountainous landscapes, and rich history, offers stunning natural beauty and cultural heritage. Explore medieval castles, charming villages, and vibrant cities like Cardiff. With diverse landscapes and a strong cultural identity, Wales provides an unforgettable experience for those seeking adventure and history.

  • 7 nights in charming 4 and 5-star hotels and a hotel on the National Trust
  • 7 breakfasts (B)
  • Guided tour of Cardiff and Tenby
  • Visit the Brecon Beacons, Pembrokeshire Coast and Snowdonia National Parks
  • Visit Llechwedd Slate Caverns and the Sgwd Henrhyd waterfall
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Listed landscape of Blaenavon
  • Boat excursions to Caldey Island and Skomer Island
  • Train ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway and Vale of Rheidol Steam Railway
  • Explore incredible rugged coastlines known for wildlife such as puffins, seals and dolphins
  • Discover amazing castles such as Cardiff, Caerphilly, Manorbier, Caernarfon and Beaumariss
  • Visit charming villages including Tenby, St Davids, Aberaeron, Portmeirion, Porthmadog and Holyhead
  • Visit the oldest distillery and oldest pub in Wales and the smallest house in Britain
  • Visit the Royal Mint, Big Pit Museum, St Fagan’s Natural History Museum, Plas Newydd House and Trefriw woollen mills
  • Deluxe VIP transfers as indicated
  • Note: hotel city taxes, if applicable, are not included

Discover The Itinerary

Explore your itinerary in detail, featuring carefully selected hotels, unique experiences, and premium inclusions designed to elevate your travel experience.

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8

DAY 1: Cardiff

Discover Wales, a small country boasting protected landscapes of natural beauty. Discover rugged mountains and coastlines, stunning National Parks and lands inhabited for 29,000 years. On arrival, freshen up for an afternoon of sightseeing covering the main attractions including Cardiff Bay, the Cardiff Castle, Llandaff Cathedral, St Fagan’s National History Museum, the Royal Mint and Caerphilly Castle.

Park Plaza Cardiff

Overnight Hotel / or similar

DAY 2: Cardiff – Blaenavon – Abergavenny – Brecon Beacons – Cardiff

Enjoy an excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage listed industrial landscape of Blaenavon. Visit the Big Pit National Museum and Blaenavon Ironworks. Stop in the delightful Abergavenny for lunch and a drink in Wales’ oldest pub dating to the 1100’s, before continuing to the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park with underground caves and waterfalls. Finish with a visit to Wales’ oldest distillery for a tasting.

Park Plaza Cardiff

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 3: Cardiff – Tenby – St Davids

Visit Tenby, a seaside town with 13th century medieval town walls and beautiful sandy beaches. The town boasts 372 listed historic buildings. Enjoy a guided walk of the main sites including the Tudor Merchant’s House, Tenby Castle, Castle Hill and Manorbier Castle. Visit the tidal island of St Catherine’s and take a boat ride to Caldey Island for its catholic monastery dating over 1000 years. Continue to St Davids, the smallest city in the world.

Twr y Felin Hotel

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 4: St Davids – Skomer Island – Aberaeron – Aberystwyth

Explore the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park which contains stunning coastal walks, beaches and amazing wildlife. Take a boat to Skomer Island for the puffin colony before visiting the charming Georgian Port town of Aberaeron, en route to Aberystwyth.

Gwesty Cymru

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 5: Aberystwyth – Portmeirion – Porthmadog – Llandudno

Enjoy the morning to stroll along the delightful harbour or ride the Vale of Rheidol steam railway before visiting the Italianate village of Portmeirion and the historic maritime Port of Porthmadog. Continuing to your amazing historic hotel of the National Trust in Llandudno. Enjoy the rest of the day absorbing the property set on 200 acres with spectacular views of Snowdonia.

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 6: Llandudno – Caernarfon – Snowdonia – Llandudno

Visit Caernarfon Castle before venturing into Snowdonia National Park to board the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the summit, the highest in Wales and England. Afterward, visit the Llechwedd Slate Caverns and stop in Trefriw for its woollen mills where craftspeople have been hand-spinning for 150 years.

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 7: Llandudno – Anglesey Island – Conwy – Llandudno

Today explore Anglesey Island. Cross the Menai Suspension Bridge toward Edward the 1st Beaumaris Castle, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Listed site. Continue to Lligwy Beach known for seal and dolphin sightings and voted amongst the top 10 picnic spots in Britain. Visit Amlwch to learn about its role as an important copper mine and port before arriving in Holyhead with Roman fortifications, great shopping and stunning views beyond the South Stack Lighthouse. Passing through the capital Llangefni, visit the more stunning coastal views toward Llanddwyn Island before stopping at Plas Newydd House and Gardens for a visit. Return to Llandudno via the small fishing village of Conwy to marvel at the smallest house in Britain.

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 8: Llandudno

Stay to relax in the region or depart for your ongoing journey.

Breakfast

Meals Included

Upcoming Departures

Enjoy your private itinerary

Experience the freedom of a private, fully customisable itinerary with Ormina Tours. This itinerary can start on any date, with options to adjust activities, upgrade experiences, and tailor every detail to suit your travel style, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable journey designed just for you.

  • Depart on any date you choose
  • Fully customisable
  • Unique activities
  • Comfort and privacy
From $10,799 AUD PPFrom price (Private driver)

Upgrade Options

  • Upgrade to a 5-star hotel: recommended – The Principal St David’s Hotel (Cardiff), Cathedral73 (Cardiff), Roch Castle Hotel (St Davids), Penrhiw Hotel (St Davids), St Brides Spa Hotel (Tenby)
  • Stay longer in Aberystwyth to access the stunning unspoilt Llŷn Peninsula
  • Combine with a London or Dublin City Break

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Ormina Tours provide?

Ormina Tours provides land services in Europe. We cover most of Europe and are continually expanding. If your destination is uncommon, please contact us to confirm availability.

We offer Small Group Journeys on set departure dates (max. 10 guests for 2025 and max. 12 guests for 2026), tailored private journeys (full F.I.T. services), and booking and coordination of accommodation. From airport transfers to fully customized European travel, we cover everything, except flights

Where is Ormina Tours based, and do you serve clients worldwide?

We are an Australian company with offices in Sydney and Perth, as well as a team in Europe to ensure seamless service delivery. While based in Australia, we cater to clients globally and partner with over 250 travel agents across Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.

When is the best time to visit Europe, and do your tours operate year-round?

Europe offers charm year-round. May and September are popular for Australians, while beach destinations are busiest in August. Most Small Group Journeys run between April and October, while private journeys are available year-round. Early planning (at least 6 months) is recommended for busy regions like the Amalfi Coast.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes, we require all clients travelling to have travel insurance as this is a requirement for Tour Operators Insurances, otherwise guests must sign a release and discharge of liability waiver for us to accept the booking. If you need assistance arranging insurance, just ask.

Do you cater to travellers with mobility challenges?

We tailor all journeys to our client’s travel preferences and needs, including any mobility challenges whether it is special vehicles, travel scooters, hotel rooms with accessible showers and hoists. We also have expertise on most attractions and towns to know which are more accessible than others.

With our Small Group Journeys, any significant mobility challenge requires an accompanying minder/helper to attend on the tour as it is not always possible for our Tour Directors, drivers and guides to offer continuous care in a group environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

What is the group size, and what happens if only two people book the tour?

Our Small Group Journeys are designed for a maximum of 10 guests (12 guests in 2026) to ensure an intimate experience. A minimum of 2 guests is required to guarantee departure (4 guests in 2026).

Should fewer than four guests be booked, you will have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy the same itinerary as a private journey at a preferential rate, giving you the confidence and certainty to book in advance. If you do not wish to undertake the small group journey itinerary as a private journey and we advised within the require deadline as disclosed, we will provide you with a full refund.

What is included and excluded in a Small Group Journey?

Our itineraries include accommodation, transportation, guided activities, and meals as marked – B (breakfast), L (lunch), or D (dinner). Exclusions typically include flights, city taxes, personal expenses, and any items not explicitly listed in the itinerary.

Do I need to tip?

Tipping is optional but appreciated for exceptional service. After booking you will be provided with some tipping guidelines should you choose to do so.

What is the luggage allowance?

Each guest can bring one standard checked bag and one carry-on. Please inform us if you need to bring extra luggage.

What is a private journey?

Private journeys (named City Breaks and Regional Discoveries) are not tours with other people. They are suggested itineraries for the city/region that can be fully customised with prearranged services, allowing independent exploration.

Can I choose my hotel?

For private itineraries, we recommend hotels in our itineraries, we can certainly work to accommodate your preferences.

Hotels are set for Small Group Journeys but you can opt to upgrade your room.

What currency are your tours priced in?

Tours (that is our Small Group Journeys) are priced in AUD for Australian residents, NZD for New Zealand residents, and USD for US residents. Other nationalities will pay in AUD unless otherwise arranged.

Prices are fixed once paid in full. In rare cases of significant currency fluctuations, unpaid bookings may be subject to price adjustments. If this occurs, we will contact you or your travel agent to advise you and you will have the option to either pay the full tour price by a certain date or accept the increase.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes, though credit card fees may apply. Domestic wire transfers are also accepted.

What deposit is required?

Deposit amounts vary on the size of the booking and whether the booking includes tickets and admissions that maybe non-refundable or non-transferable after purchase. Full payment is due 3 months before your first service date.

Can I change or cancel my booking after making a deposit?

Changes incur a $100 fee per request unless additional services are added. Cancelling more than 50% of services is considered a cancellation, and fees will apply.
Any cancellation made by you prior to your travel (including any changes to your departure date) will result in the following cancellation fees:

Days of notice from notification to first date of service:

  • 91+ days: Loss of deposit
  • 90–75 days: Loss of Booking Deposit and 50% of the balance of the Tour Price
  • 75 days or less: Loss of Booking Deposit and 100% of the balance of the Tour Price

We always advise our clients to purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations.

What are Ormina Tours’ COVID-19 guidelines?
  • Follow local laws, wear masks, and maintain social distancing as required.
  • Do not travel if you are symptomatic, recently exposed, or COVID-positive.
  • Stay updated on airline and country-specific protocols.

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