Wales Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $5,399 - $5,849 /person

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Wales Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Jun-Sep

From $5,399 - $5,849 /person

Dramatic Coastline, Castles & Celtic Culture

Endless comes to mind in southern Wales. A seemingly infinite patchwork of Welsh valleys and fields blazing verdant green, purple and gold. A castle around every corner. Bountiful layers of history and archaeological wonders. Uninterrupted coastal views. Surprising discoveries of lakes below weather-worn cliffs. The possibilities, it seems, are boundless on our Wales Walking & Hiking Tour.

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Highlights

  • Explore the woodlands, wildlife and country meadows in Brecon Beacons National Park's verdant and rugged mountain ranges
  • Discover relics of the Iron Age, historic trails, and cathedrals and castles of medieval princes and kings
  • Hike the Pembrokeshire coast with its sparkling beaches, sheltered coves and awe-inspiring clifftop views
  • Luxuriate in historic hotels featuring manicured gardens, impeccable service and gastronomic delights
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Wales

Start/End Cardiff

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

From Cardiff, venture to stunning Brecon Beacons National Park and try your first taste of Welsh scones and tea • Hike into the heart of the mountains along a fern-lined path to the summit of Fan y Big, one of the park's highest peaks • On the border with England, arrive at Hay-on-Wye, the town of books • Ascend through a shallow valley to find stunning views of Fforest Fawr • Walk the beautiful verdant hills and passes of enchanting Mid Wales • Grand vistas unfold below you: sparkling lakes, farmland, rural hamlets and perhaps glimpses of soaring birds of prey or a Welsh mountain pony.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Lake Country House
Llangammarch Wells
Premiere Hotel

Set on the banks of the River Irfon, this elegant country retreat offers casual luxury, comfort and gorgeous gardens filled with birdsong. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 3-6

Description

Welcome to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Britain's most breathtaking coastline, complete with craggy cliffs, twisting estuaries and secluded coves • Starting at scenic Whitesands Bay beach, a favorite of surfers, walk up to an overlook for views of Ramsey Island and perhaps spot porpoises below • Jaunt into small harbors filled with colorful fishing boats • Learn about Pembrokeshire's agricultural and industrial history • Explore the tiny city of St. David's, named after the patron saint of Wales and known for its magnificent 12th-century cathedral and ruins • Relish views of some of the UK's most beloved beaches, following an undulating path over rolling wildflower-strewn terrain • A glistening seascape provides the backdrop for impressive rock formations • Get to know the fabulously colorful, quirky and historic town of Tenby with its medieval walls and picturesque seaside setting • Visit a hillside-perched grand castle and tour the Norman and Tudor fortress's magnificent ruins, gardens and woodland.

Accommodations

Nights 3-5

Grove of Narberth
Molleston
Premiere Hotel

Nestled in the heart of the rolling Pembrokeshire countryside, the peaceful and intimate Grove of Narberth is surrounded by ancient oak trees, flowerbeds and emerald meadows and offers views of the Preseli Hills.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Lake Country House
Llangammarch Wells

Premiere Hotel

Set on the banks of the River Irfon, this elegant country retreat offers casual luxury, comfort and gorgeous gardens filled with birdsong. (pool, spa)

Nights 3-5

Grove of Narberth
Molleston

Premiere Hotel

Nestled in the heart of the rolling Pembrokeshire countryside, the peaceful and intimate Grove of Narberth is surrounded by ancient oak trees, flowerbeds and emerald meadows and offers views of the Preseli Hills.

From $5,399 - $5,849 /person

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