South Wales in Depth

(7 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Cardiff, Narberth, St. Davids & Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

This private tour features the highlights of South Wales, including culture-rich Cardiff, the charming town of St. Davids and the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast. The itinerary can be customized to accommodate interests such as scenic walks, shopping for local crafts, meals at top restaurants, wine tasting at Welsh vineyards and deep explorations into Welsh history.

Begin in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. During private touring, see highlights such as historic Cardiff Castle, glass-topped Victorian shopping arcades, the verdant spaces of Bute Park and the National Museum Cardiff, which has the largest collection of Impressionist paintings outside Paris. Also venture to Cardiff Bay, a revitalized waterfront district, to see the Senedd, where the Welsh Parliament meets in an architectural showpiece, and the Wales Millennium Centre, a landmark performing arts and cultural complex. Other options include a culinary tour of Cardiff Market and top food shops to sample local specialties such as Welsh cheese and Welsh cakes.

One day, enjoy a private excursion according to your interests. Options include hiking in Brecon Beacons National Park, experiencing life inside a coal mine at the Big Pit National Coal Museum (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), seeing historic Welsh architecture at the St. Fagans National Museum of History open-air museum, touring the Royal Mint to see where all the coins used in the UK are made, exploring the Wye Valley and seeing Tintern Abbey, and visiting wineries in Monmouthshire or the Vale of Glamorgan.

Next, enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, stopping for a short hike or a visit to a romantic ruined castle on a hilltop. Alternatively, visit the National Botanic Garden of Wales, a former private estate with acres of gardens and a striking greenhouse designed by Foster + Partners.

Continue to The Grove of Narberth, a beautifully restored manor house hotel among rolling farmland and ancient trees. One day, enjoy a private excursion to St. Davids, a charming village in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park that was a major medieval pilgrimage site (the patron saint of Wales was born and buried there). Visit fascinating St. Davids Cathedral and walk along the tops of dramatic cliffs of the Pembrokeshire Coast. If desired, visit a local woolen mill and crafts shops. Another day, opt for a birding excursion to local islands, visit the charming seaside village of Tenby, or enjoy wine tasting or other activities.

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All Artisans of Leisure tours are private and depart daily.

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• Private touring with your own personal guides and drivers
• Preferred rooms in the very best luxury hotels
• Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations from our travel specialists
• Itineraries that are customized according to your interests and schedule
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• A seamless travel experience, including all logistics, skipping lines during touring whenever possible, restaurant and spa reservations, performance tickets, private airport transfers, internal transportation, VIP and fast-track airport assistance in many destinations
• Around-the-clock support in each destination during your trip
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