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Experience Cardiff’s local flavors and centuries-old landmarks on this small-group walking tour that blends local history with classic Welsh bites. Start at Cardiff Castle, and follow your guide through parks, civic buildings, and the city’s best food spots. Taste Welsh cakes, cheese, rarebit, and cider across five tasting stops, and learn a few words of Welsh along the way.

Discover Tenby, the jewel in Pembrokeshire's crown, on this self-guided walking audio tour that reveals how a small Welsh coastal town became an iconic destination. Follow medieval walls from Tudor Square while hearing tales of secret tunnels that sheltered future Henry VII, then explore the Five Arches gateway's clever defenses. You'll see the Tudor Merchant's House, Tenby Castle, and Wales' most photographed harbour before reaching Castle Hill for spectacular coastline views. Marvel at St Mary's imposing spire, spot offshore islands like Caldey, and discover the town's colourful Georgian houses. Learn about wealth, decline, plague, survival and reinvention that shaped today's Tenby as you go at your own pace through this dramatic coastal setting.

Cardiff’s history-packed waterfront is meant to be savored, not rushed through. Treat yourself to a self-paced experience during this do-it-yourself, smartphone-based audio tour. Stop and start whenever you wish, letting you linger over sights along vibrant Cardiff Bay. Simply download the app to your smartphone and get started. Repeat the tour whenever you’re back in Cardiff: One-time purchases grant you lifetime access.

See the best of Snowdonia (Eryri) with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the unique language and culture of Wales whilst taking in the stunning views. If photography is your thing, then we offer more photo stops than all other tours. We also provide a delicious picnic lunch to save you the time and money. Even the jokes are free! Departing from Llandudno and Conwy, we head past the magnificent Caernarfon castle and Roman fortress on the way to our first main stop, the village of Beddgelert with it's charming legend and stunning views. You also get time at Llanrwst and Betws Y Coed along with a few hidden gems such as Craflwyn, The dragon of Bethesda, Dolbadarn Castle, The National Slate Museum, Llyn Ogwen and the Gwynant valley. The route may need to be adapted in poor weather conditions.

This tour covers all attraction admissions! Travel in comfort in a luxury, fully electric small-group vehicle with your expert Mountain Leader and Green Badge Tourist Guide. Discover Roman Caerleon’s Amphitheatre, once alive with games and linked to King Arthur, and explore the National Roman Legion Museum and Roman Baths. Step back in time at majestic Chepstow Castle and find peace among the inspiring ruins of Tintern Abbey in the Wye Valley. Marvel at Caerphilly Castle with its famous leaning tower, and enjoy the tranquil beauty of Caldicot Castle set in its country park. In winter, tours operate 9:30am–4:30pm due to seasonal opening hours of museums/castles.

Follow in the footsteps of TV’s favourite Time Lord on this "Doctor Who" walking tour of Cardiff. Visit memorable locations from the sci-fi drama series, including Cardiff Castle and the National Museum of Wales, and spot recognizable sights such as Rose Tyler’s workplace and the site of Danny Pink's death. Along the way, your guide will entertain you with fun Doctor Who facts and trivia that most people aren't party to.

Join our full-day guided tour of Cardiff, where you’ll explore the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, and learn how the city transformed from coal to cool. Start with a boat trip along the River Taff, taking in views of Cardiff Bay, the Wales Millennium Centre, and the Senedd, before heading to Bute Park for a walk through its green spaces. Next, stroll through Cardiff’s city centre, passing the historic Arcades and Principality Stadium, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant with traditional Welsh dishes. In the afternoon, visit Cardiff Castle to learn about its history, followed by a tour of the National Museum of Wales, home to fantastic art collections. Finish with free time to explore Cardiff Market, local parks, or Queen Street shopping. This tour offers the perfect mix of history, culture, and local flavor.

Climb aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and take in the sights of Llandudno. With a 24-hour pass, hop off to browse Mostyn Broadway’s shops, wander Llandudno Pier, or soak up the coastal views from Great Orme. Snap photos of Conwy Castle from the best vantage points, and when you're ready for a break, hop off at West Shore Beach. Recorded commentary keeps you entertained with fun facts along the way.

See the best of Snowdonia (Eryri) with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the unique language and culture of Wales whilst taking in the stunning views. Spend some time in the pretty village of Betws Y Coed and then we drive you through the mountains, passing lakes and waterfalls. We even offer complimentary tea / coffee / water as we stop at one of the viewpoints. The tour ends with a free gin & whiskey tasting session at the Aber Falls distillery before we drop you off in time for lunch.

Set off from Holyhead port on this small-group tour of Anglesey’s best coastal and historical spots. Skip the stress of planning your own transportation and enjoy a guided route that visits characterful villages, crosses the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge, explores the 13th-century Beaumaris Castle, visits ancient burial chambers, and finishes at the dramatic cliffs and lighthouse at South Stack Cliffs.

Cross Llyn Padarn by kayak, and see the surrounding Snowdonia National Park from a different perspective — the water. Leaving the hiking crowds behind, you’ll paddle through countryside dominated by hills and mountains, seeing remains from the slate mining era and even 12th-century castle ruins. If the weather works in your favor, there’s the option of a swim along the way, too.

Explore the stunning coastline of Anglesey and the Menai Strait on an exhilarating boat tour. Hop aboard our high-powered 600bhp RIBs and set out to Puffin Island, where you can witness diverse wildlife and historic sights up close. Our qualified skippers ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, sharing insights into the local history and wildlife along the way. Perfect for families, wildlife enthusiasts, and adventure seekers. On our Puffin Island Tour, keep an eye out for: - Puffins, seabirds, and seals - Possible dolphin or porpoise sightings - Penmon Lighthouse - Local shipwrecks Please note: if you'd like to experience The Bridges Tour, you'll need to book onto our 2pm trip, as this is the only sailing that includes this route. Enjoy the thrill of the ride and the beauty of nature with us on this unforgettable journey.

Step into the medieval magic of Conwy on a 90-minute guided walking tour through one of Wales’ most historic towns. Led by your costumed guide, the legendary Captain Davies, this immersive town and castle tour brings Conwy’s fascinating past to life through stories, legends, battles, royal intrigue and hidden history. Explore the streets, walls and secret corners of Conwy, discovering places and tales you won’t find in ordinary guidebooks. From the mighty castle and medieval town walls to smugglers, sailors, myths and local characters, this theatrical walking tour is perfect for families, adults, tourists and history lovers alike. A fun, memorable and atmospheric way to experience magical Conwy.

Zombie Scavengers hunt stands out by blending real-world urban exploration with an exciting zombie apocalypse narrative. Its uniqueness lies in the complete player freedom; unlike standard hunts, you get to choose your own route and the order of tasks across the city, making it a strategic exercise. The immersive experience is powered by an app that tracks your survival points from finding supplies and completing fun, themed photo/video challenges. Crucially, it includes a remote survival guide who assists you via chat, and your score is compared in real-time on a national leaderboard, turning your local adventure into a country-wide competition.

See the best of Cardiff in one time-saving private tour—and discover sights and stories you might otherwise miss. With just your guide for company, spot Cardiff's most significant landmarks, from the Museum of Cardiff and Principality Stadium to the charming Royal Arcade. Along the way, learn about Wales’ rich cultural heritage, and cover centuries of history, from Roman and Norman times to the modern day.

Long ago Tudor Cardiff faded into history, along with almost all of its buildings. Today, Cardiff is a bustling, modern city so it’s hard to believe that in the mid-1500s it was just a tiny port and market town on the River Taff. On this GPS-guided walking tour, you'll look beyond the modern buildings at the clues that tell the city’s story of fame and notoriety in the days of the powerful Tudor dynasty. As you make your way through the city centre, I’ll point out the only two remaining Tudor buildings and reveal the curious origin of some of Cardiff’s street names like Womanby, Golate and Wharton Streets. You’ll hear what life was like back in Tudor Cardiff, including how different the daily diets of the rich and poor were and how literacy meant there were different laws for the different social classes. And on your way to Bute Park, where the tour ends, you’ll pass by St John The Baptist City Parish Church’s striking tower, Gorsedd Stone Circle, and the spectacular Cardiff Castle.

We want to show you the Wrexham that the locals know and love. That’s why we’ve selected a passionate and knowledgeable local guide, who is also a life-long supporter of Wrexham AFC, to show you around. A fan of the club since before the hit TV series went into production, our guide knows all the ins and outs of the Wrexham AFC story from before the club was purchased by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenny. During your tour, they will tell you secrets that no one else knows, behind-the-scenes details from filming, and stories from their own experiences of following Wrexham through their highs and lows. Visiting locations from across the Welcome to Wrexham TV series, this tour is a must for anyone who has fallen in love with the cast, characters and city of Welcome To Wrexham.

This self guided audio tour is your chance to explore what is widely regarded as one of the finest collections of public buildings in the whole of Britain, strikingly presented with domes, towers, columns, and statues, and elegantly laid out amidst peaceful ornamental gardens and tree lined avenues. This tour is an escape from the hustle and bustle of Cardiff City Centre to the peace and tranquility of this parkland oasis, and a journey back in time to hear and see the story of a momentous period in Cardiff’s history. The parkland, its statues, and its buildings send powerful messages of a new city eager to stamp its place in the world, while rediscovering Welsh national identity and pride for the first time in generations.

Experienced outdoor adventurers will love joining a small-group extreme canyoning adventure in Snowdonia. Enjoy (optional) big jumps, fast slides, ziplines, and abseiling down waterfalls—perfect for adrenaline seekers. For the more timid explores, there are options to bypass or get lowered down during the more extreme instances. The half-day activity is restricted to a small group so you’ll get personalized attention and assistance.

Explore Wales' Gower Peninsula, one of the country’s five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on this scenic small-group day trip from Cardiff. The remote location and limited public transport can make it challenging for visitors to reach its most spectacular spots independently. Leave the logistics to your driver/guide and discover Mumbles village, Bracelet Bay's stunning views, Mumbles’ 230-year-old lighthouse, and stunning Rhossili Bay.

Explore a part of South Wales that many travelers overlook—Penarth—during this local-led, small-group walk. Benefit from their insider insight and learn more about the history of the local area than you could alone, while touring places such as the Cardiff Bay Barrage and Penarth Head Park. Plus, take advantage of your guide’s knowledge and ask for recommendations for the rest of your stay.

Guided ghost tours are usually packed with other travelers, which detracts from a spooky atmosphere. However, this self-guided ghost tour lets you hear Llandaff’s darker secrets with your own group of family and friends, making it scarier than ever. Download a smartphone app, plug in your own headphones, then follow the itinerary along wooded lanes, passing Llandaff Cathedral and the banks of the River Taff. Paranormal stories line the route.

Go behind the scenes of one of Britain’s most beloved rom-com TV series, "Gavin and Stacey," on this sightseeing tour of Barry Island. Snap a photo of Nessa’s chair in the Barry amusement arcade, pay a visit to Stacey’s house, and get the inside scoop on characters such as Smithy, Uncle Bryn, and Gwen, as well as actors James Corden and Ruth Jones, who co-wrote the series.

Embark on a flavoruful journey through the heart of Cardiff’s city centre, where you’ll not only discover the city’s most iconic landmarks but also dive deep into the rich history of Welsh food. This unique foodie tour offers a perfect blend of Cardiff’s vibrant culture, historical tales, and local culinary delights. As you stroll through the bustling streets and hidden corners of the capital, you’ll taste the very essence of Wales and hear the stories that have shaped its food traditions.