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Coastal Wales<br />
Remarkable landscapes and castles, and fine food<br />
combine with strong Celtic roots, Welsh history, myth<br />
and language to lead you on a journey of discovery.<br />
The intricate country roads are perfect for exploring<br />
in your own vehicle as you drive from green valleys<br />
in the south to Snowdonia’s mountains in the north.<br />
Cardiff © Crown, Visit Wales<br />
6 days/5 nights Suggested Self-Drive<br />
Day 1: Cardiff – Swansea – Tenby (148km)<br />
Explore Cardiff, a city bursting with historical arcades and modern<br />
shopping centres, museums, galleries and Cardiff Castle. Head west to<br />
Swansea, and onward to Tenby. Who can spot the castle on the island<br />
first? Stretch your legs on a sunset stroll through the narrow streets.<br />
Day 2: Tenby – Pembroke – St David’s (60km)<br />
An invigorating morning walk around the picturesque seaside harbour<br />
before continuing west to Pembroke and the imposing 12th century<br />
castle. Enjoy coastal scenery out to St David’s, Britain’s smallest city, but<br />
more like a bustling village with a magnificent cathedral.<br />
Day 3: St David’s – Fishguard – Aberystwyth (116km)<br />
From Fishguard, drive along the beautiful coastline of the Pembrokeshire<br />
Coast National Park. Travel up the coast to Aberystwyth and the castle<br />
ruins dating back to the 13th century. This is a lovely town to stay with its<br />
sweeping seafront, energetic promenade and traditional seaside pier.<br />
Day 4: Aberystwyth – Snowdonia – Caernarfon (150km)<br />
Drive through Snowdonia National Park to view the magnificent<br />
architecture of Harlech Castle, perched on a rocky outcrop. Llyn<br />
Peninsula is a protected ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ where<br />
you’ll find the abandoned village of Nant Gwrtheym.<br />
Day 5: Caernarfon – Conwy (163km)<br />
Caernarfon Castle, World Heritage listed site, is one of the finest<br />
castles in Wales with murder holes and a moat. Detour inland through<br />
Snowdonia, home of Mount Snowdon.<br />
Day 6: Conwy<br />
This medieval town has a castle perfect for exploring with r<strong>amp</strong>arts,<br />
towers, dark passages and dungeons, and a tiny house.<br />
Head onto Manchester or cross over on the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin.<br />
Rental car: Hertz (Group B) from $34 per day<br />
Our favourite places to stay:<br />
• Lovesgrove Country Guest House, Pembrokeshire<br />
• Llety Ceiro Country Guest House, Talybont, Aberystwyth<br />
• Glan Heulog Bed and Breakfast, Conwy, Caernarfon<br />
DUBLIN<br />
Holyhead<br />
Caernarfon<br />
Nant Gwrtheyrn<br />
Harlech<br />
Aberystwyth<br />
Three<br />
Cliffs<br />
Conwy<br />
Snowdonia<br />
National<br />
Park<br />
Fishguard<br />
Pembrokeshire Coast<br />
St David’s National Park<br />
Pembroke<br />
Tenby<br />
WALES<br />
Swansea<br />
Llangollen Canal<br />
CARDIFF<br />
Highlights worth seeing along the way<br />
Manchester<br />
Chester<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Three Cliffs Bay in Gower – Trek out, off the beaten track and be<br />
rewarded with dramatic views over the glistening ocean and stretches of<br />
white sand lying between black cliff faces, topped with emerald green.<br />
Tenby – The colourful walled town has arguably the best beach in<br />
Europe, make sure you do a walking tour.<br />
Pembroke offshore islands – Take a boat ride out to visit the<br />
cormorants, puffins and guillemots that reside on the islands. You may<br />
even see a seal!<br />
Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail – Immerse yourself in nature<br />
by walking a section of the 299km trail which covers steep limestone cliffs,<br />
undulating red sandstone bays, volcanic headlands, beaches and flooded<br />
glacial valleys. The Coastal Bus Service will take you back to your car.<br />
Conwy – Walk through the narrow streets of this historic walled town.<br />
Traditional Welsh food – Indulge in laverbread and cockles.<br />
Narrow-gauge steam train – Step back in time as you embark on a ride<br />
through the spectacular Snowdonia, past rivers and castles.<br />
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – This UNESCO World Heritage site is the longest<br />
and highest in the <strong>UK</strong> on the Llangollen Canal. You can walk across it or<br />
take a boat ride.<br />
Three Cliffs Bay © Visit Wales Pontcysyllte Aqueduct © Visit Wales Narrow Gauge Train © Visit Wales<br />
The price guide shown is per car hire based on 6-13 day hire rate. Price shown does not include Earlybird or other discounted offers. Specials and surcharges may apply depending on travel date<br />
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