Brand New for 2009!
The ultimate Welsh adventure! Escape London and let wild Wales capture your imagination as you explore this unique and fascinating country. Discover ancient castles, fantastic towns and villages, stunning coastal and mountain scenery and the legends of King Arthur. 
Highlights:
• Discover the unspoilt beauty of the Brecon Beacons
• Wander around the spectacular ruins of Tintern Abbey, inspiration to William Wordsworth
• Go underground at The Big Pit – experience a real coal mine and hear the fascinating history of mining in Wales
• Have a night out to remember in the vibrant capital city of Cardiff.
• Explore one of the most impressive castles in the world in Conwy, built by Edward I to contain the Welsh
• Trek in the stunning Snowdonia National Park and hopefully get a glimpse of Britain’s second highest
mountain, Mt.Snowdon
• Find some lost treasure in the town of books (Hay-on-Wye – with over 30 second hand bookshops)
Evening time:
• Order a pint of Brains beer and get chatting to the locals in a traditional Welsh pub
• Learn some Welsh and impress the locals
• Put on your tight leather trousers and pretend you’re Tom Jones at the karaoke
What’s included? An unforgettable adventure with like-minded travellers, transport and your very own legendary tour guide!
What’s not included? Meals and entrance fees are not included allowing you to keep your option open. We book accommodation for you in hostel dorms and all you have to do is pay for this when you arrive at the hostel. This usually costs between £15-£17 per person per night.
*Unfortunately for all tours departing London private rooms or upgrades are not an option as all rooms are dorms.
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Day 1: London to South Wales
Head west across the Severn into south Wales to Tintern Abbey. Venture down a real Welsh mine at the Big Pit, then enjoy a hike in the stunning Brecon Beacons. Tonight we have a big night out in the vibrant capital city of Cardiff.zzz Cardiff
Day 2: West Coast of Wales
Leave the hustle and bustle of Cardiff behind and travel through mid-Wales, taking in some breathtaking sights, including the beautiful town of Llangollen, the Elan Valley and the world famous second hand book capital of Britain, Hay-on-Wye. We then grab some local produce to cook up a feast in a rural Welsh Farmhouse zzz Welsh farmhouse
Day 3: North Wales, Snowdonia and Anglesey
After a hearty cooked breakfast we head to Conwy and then across the Menai Straight to Anglesey, before travelling back to the mainland to explore Snowdonia National Park and take in the spectacular scenery north Wales is famous for. Spend the evening chilling out on the north coast with fish and chips, staying in the shadow of Caernarfon Castle! Zzz Caernarfon
Day 4: North Wales to South Wales
Drive along the spectacular coastal routes to South Wales, stopping on the way to sample some Welsh rarebit and Welsh cakes! Before spending our final night in south Wales.
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Day 5: South Wales to London
We then take in the ‘Mumbles’ and breathtaking scenery of the Gower Peninsula before stopping at Caerphilly, home to one of Britain’s largest Norman castles, before a returning to London arriving in the early evening.