Overview
Explore the lives of famous Welsh figures including Tom Jones, Charles Rolls and Roald Dahl. You will take in manor houses and castles belonging to famous individuals centuries ago.
You will stay in the 4 star Jurys Inn Cardiff with breakfast, lunch and dinner included in the price you pay.
We can also help arrange your transport to Cardiff by arranging, flights, train tickets or car hire.
Our tours are tailor-made meaning the itineraries can be changed if you feel there are too many activities on certain days.
*Terms and conditions apply. Single supplement available.
Itinerary
- 10:30am-11:30am: Explore Chepstow Castle
Building on Chepstow Castle began in 1067 making it one of Wales oldest castles. - 11:30am-11:45am: Old Wye Bridge, Chepstow
Walk along the Old Wye Bridge and have one foot in Monmouthshire, Wales and the other foot in Gloucestershire, England. - 12pm- 1pm: Tintern Abbey
Founded in 1131, this monastery of Gothic architecture sits next to the River Wye. - 1pm-2pm: Lunch in the Anchor Inn. An award winning pub that serves classic pub food.
(a one-minute walk away from Tintern Abbey) - 2:05pm-2:30pm: Abbey Mill, Wye Valley Centre
This is the original mill site of Tintern Abbey which was founded in 1131. - 2:50pm: Charles Rolls statue, Monmouth
A bronze statue dedicated to the Rolls Royce co-founder, Charles Rolls. - 3:50pm: Check in to the Jurys Inn Cardiff
- 9:25am: Luxury coach departs the hotel
- 10am-11:30am: 90 minute tour around Llancaiach Fawr
A Tudor manor house that once belonged to the Pritchard family. - 12pm-1pm: Rhondda Heritage Park
A coal mine that gives visitors the chance to go underground and experience a day in the life of a coal miner. - 1pm-2pm: Lunch at Caffe Bracchi at Rhondda Heritage Park. Where they serve two courses (A sandwich and a mini dessert) plus a drink.
- 2:15pm: Tom Jones Birthplace, Pontypridd
Drive through Kingsland Terrace, the birthplace of legendary Welsh singer Tom Jones. - 2:20pm-2:50pm: The Groggshop
One of Wales most unique shops displaying hundreds of caricature figures called Groggs. - 3:15pm: Arrive back at the hotel.
- 10:20am: Leave hotel on foot
- 10:30am-11:45am: Visit Cardiff Castle
The castle has over 2000 years of history and has a famous keep that was built in the 11th century. - 12pm-1pm: Lunch at Las Iguanas in Cardiff Bay. Serves Latin America style food.
- 1:05pm-1:15pm: Roald Dahl Plass
A public plaza in Cardiff Bay that’s named after the children’s books author. - 1:20pm-1:30pm: Norwegian Church
Once the church of Norwegian sailors and the church where Roald Dahl was baptised. - 1:30pm-2:30pm: Free time in Cardiff Bay
- 2:45pm: Arrive back at the hotel.
12:00pm: Check out of the Jurys Inn Cardiff
Tour Highlights
- Explore the estate of the Pritchard Family at Llancaiach Fawr.
- Visit the places that gave Roald Dahl inspiration for some of his most famous books.
- Take in the hometown of Welsh singer Tom Jones.
Tour Inclusions
- 4-star Accommodation
- Luxury Coach Transport
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided
- Transfer between Attractions and Destinations
- Local Guide Included
- 3 Nights Stay
- All Attractions included in Price
*This tour can be available for 3, 5, 8 and 14 day durations or with itineraries tailored to suit your group. Tours will run 12 months of the year. We take bookings from all over the world, including: North America, Australia, Japan, China, Middle East, India and Europe.
