WELSH VALLEYS TOUR
Discover the history and beauty of Cardiff and the Welsh Valleys
Cardiff is the Capital City of Wales. It sits on the base of the South Wales Valleys (Cymoedd De Cymru in Welsh).
The valleys were sparsely populated until the 19th century, when the production of Iron and the mining of coal became the dominant industries throughout the area. This meant people were attracted from far and wide to work in these large industries. The Valleys are defined by the ribbons of terraced houses that line the valley sides. Around one third of all Welsh people live in the valleys and they have had a cultural impact that has far outweighed these numbers.
The valleys have defined Wales with images of coal miners, rugby players, and male voice choirs. Since the demise of the coal industry the valleys have gone through some tough times in the last few years, but these resolute people still have a culture all of their own.
This tour is flexible, and some of the sites that you could visit include Rhondda Heritage Park, Caerphilly Castle, The ‘Big Pit’ Mining Museum, Glamorgan Heritage Coast, and Caerleon Roman Fort. Should you wish to visit an attraction or monument that charges a separate entrance fee we can arrange a subsidy with the attraction on your behalf.
WELSH VALLEYS TOUR
There’s no better way to explore South Wales than in the company of a historian, and native Welsh speaker, who is passionate about the country. This tour, which provides a deeper insight into Welsh culture than any other, takes you to neolithic sites, Roman ruins, Norman castles, and into the atmospheric valleys that have so inspired Welsh culture.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
1
Caerphilly Castle
Stop: 60 minutes – Admission excluded
Marvel at the size and location of the UK’s third biggest castle.
2
Tintern Abbey
Stop: 60 minutes – Admission excluded
Enjoy the abbey and the scenic views of the River Wye.
3
Chepstow Castle
Stop: 2 hours – Admission excluded
Enjoy a walk around the market town and visit Wales’s first Norman Castle in a stunning setting over looking the River Wye.
4
Caerleon Amphitheatre
Stop: 60 minutes – Admission excluded
Visit the site of the 2000 year old Roman fort of Isca.
* Get an in-depth understanding of Welsh culture in the company of a local historian
* Small-group tour (maximum 8): Ensures a personal experience
* Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your hotel or location of choice
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We came to visit the wonderful lands of Wales, and this tour was certainly the highlight! If you would like to know more about the history of Wales and Pembrokeshire, this is the perfect tour. Thank you, Gareth, for an amazing experience!
Had a fantastic time in Wales. The tours are a must-do. Gareth being a history teacher knows his stuff. He’ll go the extra mile. Highly recommend.
Outstanding,friendly service. Couldn’t do enough for our Spanish visitors who were keen to see real Welsh culture. A Welsh speaker with a fantastic knowledge of the history of South Wales. Diolch yn Fawr.
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