Village Life In Wales Tour

Our Village Life in Wales tour is designed for inveterate travelers who know the true character of a country is best found in its provinces, on its country lanes, in the village pub and on its 'village green'. Our unique tour programme focuses on Wales' lush well-kept countryside, picturesque villages, fine gardens, medieval castles, its rich culture and heritage but most of all we meet people who make their livelihood in the countryside. We travel in a very comfortable ‘mini-coach’ with a maximum of 12 passengers, taking us where the large coaches cannot.

Features:

• Travel on the Narrow Gauge Ffestiniog Railway.
• Visit to Dolwyddelan castle.
• Visit Gwydyr Castle, Llanrwst.
• Enjoy a ride on a horse-drawn barge.
• Visit Portmeirion, the unique 'fantasy' village.
• Visit the Welsh Slate Museum with a demonstration of slate splitting and dressing.
• A private guided tour of the Walled Town of Conwy and its mighty Castle.
• Visit Trefriw Woolen Mills, weaving demonstration on traditional loom.
• Visit Bodnant Garden set in 80 acres above the Conwy valley (NT).
• Visit Oriel Mon Anglesey's Art Gallery and Culture centre.
• Visit a Male Voice Church Choir in concert.
• Visit a Male Voice Choir at their rehearsal rooms.
• The services of a native (bilingual) Welsh speaking Driver/guide.
• One stop only no re-packing.
• No long journeys on coach, maximum one hour.
• Visit Pottery Studio and workshops.
• Visit a working farm.

Transportation & Guides:

Your experienced, knowledgeable driver /guide will be with you throughout the tour traveling in a comfortable 16-seat minicoach.

 

 

Tour Brochure:

Download PDF tour brochure (433kb - link opens in a new window).

Tour Prices:

From £949 per person sharing.

What's Included:

• Seven nights at the 3 star Gwydyr Hotel.
• Traditional of Buffet style breakfast daily.
• Five three course dinners at the hotel.
• Dinner on the Isle of Anglesey.
• Lunch at hotel on arrival.
• Lunch at the sheep farm.
• Private welcome reception at the hotel.
• Farewell Dinner at local pub.
• Free car parking at hotel.

Tour Dates:

Spring 2008: April 11th and May 9th.
Summer 2008: June 6th and July 11th.
Autumn 2008: September 12th.