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Wales, a country within the United Kingdom, is distinguished by its rugged coastline, mountainous national parks, distinctive Welsh language and Celtic culture. From the capital city of Cardiff, with its vibrant harbor and impressive Cardiff Castle, to the natural beauty of Snowdonia National Park, Wales offers a blend of historical sites and natural wonders. The country’s rich history is evident in its many castles and museums, while its landscapes are perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and surfing.

The Welsh identity is strongly preserved through music, festivals, and sports. Rugby holds a special place in Welsh hearts, being the most popular sport. Wales also takes pride in its culinary traditions that include Welsh cakes, leeks, lamb dishes, and cheese varieties like Caerphilly. With a commitment to preserving its natural environment and cultural heritage, Wales provides a unique experience for visitors seeking both adventure and insight into an ancient culture that continues to thrive in the modern era.

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The Ghosts of Llandaff: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

The Ghosts of Llandaff: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Follow the forgotten but, in places, ancient pathways which lie behind Llandaff Cathedral on this self-guided audio tour. Isolated, atmospheric, and away from modern urban Cardiff, they are filled with mystery, atmosphere, legend and ghost stories. In places, these paths were ancient Celtic trade routes or medieval roadways. They are filled with strange and sometimes spine chilling tales of ghosts and phantoms, still being witnessed and reported in modern times. In places, the atmosphere can become strange, overwhelming, even sinister, especially in the dark seclusion of the night! This tour follows a circular route taking you along a mysterious and atmospheric wooded lane, the scene of many ghostly experiences, before following the riverbank where more ghostly encounters and legends are told. The route turns back towards the Cathedral for more tales, and culminates in the old abandoned and overgrown woodland graveyard, with its intense atmosphere and ghostly tales.
Price form: £6.22
Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece

Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece

Join the adventure, and turn the streets of Cardiff into a GIANT outdoor escape room! ✔️ Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure to treasure with your friends ✔️ Combine your skills to crack the clues & unravel the epic tale ✔️ Discover Cardiff's amazing history & hidden gems Cardiff’s wealthy Bute family strike a secret deal to buy the city’s most valuable oil painting… but when the crate is opened… the masterpiece is gone! Who was the mysterious thief? Nobody knows. But clues found in an old diary could finally expose the truth.. and this is where you come in... Your challenge is to track down hidden objects, decode symbols, and uncover hidden messages, as you eliminate suspects & gradually unravel the crime. And an exciting twist awaits.. Make it to the end and you'll be struck by an amazing ‘wow’ moment when the case is solved and the villain is revealed before your eyes! Don’t let the villain get away.. Your time to start is now!
Price form: £7.50
St Davids Comedy Walking Tour

St Davids Comedy Walking Tour

An original and hilarious comedy walking tour of St Davids, guided by "the actual" St David and his 11th century biographer. This is a unique experience, covering over 2,000 years of absurd and at times questionable local history, based on the medieval works of Rhygyfarch the Wise. Expect heavily-embellished stories from the perspective of Wales's patron saint, as well as stories about Vikings, monks, and a leek, all within the beautiful surroundings of Britain's Smallest City. This "brilliantly imaginative" tour is a must-do activity for anyone looking to do something different on their stay in Pembrokeshire, suitable for all ages.
Price form: £12.00
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Along bike lanes and through the city’s parks, you’ll learn the history behind Cardiff’s landmarks and visit the parts other tours can’t reach. With frequent stops and an easy pace, you don’t need to be super-fit – just a competent cyclist. And the added ingredient? Our friendly guides, featuring journalists and broadcasters, will pass on their own experiences of living and working in the city. So, give the bell a ding and come along for the ride.
Price form: £20.00
Small Group Walking Tour Cardiff Bay

Small Group Walking Tour Cardiff Bay

The unique architecture of Cardiff Bay makes for iconic international images. But we also remember that just 100 years ago, Cardiff was the biggest coal port in the world. Millions of tons of iron and coal were exported providing rail tracks, machinery and power for the world. Cardiff earned the nickname Tiger Bay, rough and ready, it was one of the most cosmopolitan places of its age. This tour will take a walk through history, telling stories through old, remodelled and new buildings. Included in the tour is a coffee/refreshment at an iconic Bay Building. A number of photographs from the Tiger Bay archive collection will be used to show how the Bay has developed. The tour guide will be a qualified local guide; a member of Wales Official Tourist Guides Association. These are the only guides officially recognised by Visit Wales and Welsh Government to guide in Wales. They have undergone extensive training, passing both practical and academic guiding examinations.
Price form: £30.00
Gavin and Stacey TV Locations Tour of Barry Island

Gavin and Stacey TV Locations Tour of Barry Island

Head to Barry Island for a 3-hour ‘Gavin and Stacey’ TV location tour based on the popular British series that charted an endearing romance between the couple, making comedy of their cultural differences with hilarious results. As Stacey’s home town, the peninsula town of Barry is littered with filming sites, and the tour introduces you to the best ones. See where characters like Nessa worked, and walk on the street where Uncle Bryn lived. As they say in Barry, ‘come and see what’s occurring’!
Price form: £34.00
Archery & Axe Throwing in Llangollen

Archery & Axe Throwing in Llangollen

Get back to your medieval routes with our archery and axe throwing sessions. With our top of the range bows, axes and custom-built targets you can be sure to hone in skills you never knew you had, are you the new Maid Marion or Robin Hood. You'll play lots of fun games to test your ability to hit the target with ample time to improve your skills with qualified and experienced guidance. Perfect for small or large groups who want to have a laugh, normally at each other’s expense. Get in touch and book your next adventure.
Price form: £52.00
Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn

Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn

Make a Splash from the comfort of your Kayak! As your Experienced Tour Guide takes you on a journey across Llyn Padarn to Explore Snowdonia from a new perspective. Expect to see: •Snowdon and its surrounding mountain ranges. •Amazing views of the UNESCO World Heritage site. •Remains of the Welsh slate Mining Era &12th century castle. •Much More.. End your Adventure on a High - There's the option for a Wild Swim in the Tranquil waters of Llyn Padarn! - (There's Even a Rope swing!)
Price form: £55.00
Full Day Anglesey Tour from Llandudno and Conwy

Full Day Anglesey Tour from Llandudno and Conwy

See the best of Anglesey with a knowledgeable local guide. Departing from Llandudno and Conwy, we take you to the parts that larger vehicles can't reach! Cliffs, castles, ancient burial sites, rare wildlife, stunning beaches, Anglesey has it all. Learn about the unique history of the area and about the Welsh language as we drive a complete circuit of the island. See the varied scenery of Anglesey as you travel in comfort. With a maximum of 8 passengers, you are ensured the personal touch. Free tea/coffee/ water and a lunch is provided, saving you the time and cost of buying your own. We even throw in a few jokes for free!
Price form: £59.00
Whitewater River Tubing Llangollen

Whitewater River Tubing Llangollen

Our seasoned river guides will be waiting for you at the Bearded Men Adventure Hub, here you'll be kitted up in our changing rooms and given a safety brief before we drive you to the starting point at the famous Horseshoe Falls. You'll be fully guided for the duration of your River Tubing adventure by our experienced team. Once on the water and after some proof that you can float, we'll head down the twisting and winding rapids of the River Dee. There are three major rapids on our route, do not fear our guides will be on hand to steer you through them all. The most famous is Serpents Tail, a tick off for most aspiring white water enthusiasts. You'll have the option to run the same rapid twice or for the faint hearted there is always the option to avoid the rapids completely.
Price form: £65.00
Whitewater Rafting Adventure in Llangollen

Whitewater Rafting Adventure in Llangollen

With our high-end quality equipment and training, be assured you are in very capable hands. We will teach you paddling skills and show you how to negotiate your way down the river safely. With a few raft games and challenges along the way, this experience will not disappoint. Be ready to hold on tight as we bounce through the whitewater waves, surf holes, and maybe even introduce you to a raft flip or two, safely of course. You will have fun and thrills and with our guides at the helm, it can not be any other way, we'll see you there.
Price form: £65.00
Small group Holyhead shore excursion in Caernarfon castle

Small group Holyhead shore excursion in Caernarfon castle

Unlike other tours, we take you inside the castle and guide you round in a small group, so you get the time to ask questions and learn about this fascinating castle. We even pay your entrance fee. Learn about the history of the castle and why it has such a special role in Welsh history. Stand on the spot where Princes of Wales have been crowned and even see the room where the first Prince of Wales was born. You can walk the castle walls and up to the top of the Eagle tower. Followiing the guided tour you get 30 minutes free time to either spend in the castle or in Caernarfon's excellent shops.
Price form: £69.00
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour and Swansea Bay Tour.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour and Swansea Bay Tour.

On this tour you are accompanied by a historian with a deep passion and knowledge of Wales. You will learn some Welsh, sample traditional Welsh food and learn about the ancient history and culture of Wales. Gareth, your guide is a fluent Welsh speaker and he will give you an insight into Wales that wouldn't be available with a standard tour operator. South Wales is the most populated area of Wales and it is the area of Wales that is the most iconic around the world. This area includes neolithic sites, Roman remains, breathtaking waterfalls, imposing Norman castles, industrial heritage, dramatic mountain scenery as well as beaches voted as some of the best in the world. The wandering bard offers either a Valleys tour, taking in some of Wales's best known ancient wonders or the Swansea Bay option which shows off some of Britain's most beautiful coastline. Both are fantastic days out and have been given excellent feedback by 99% of customers. Please check which tour you have booked.
Price form: £88.00
Ultimate Whitewater Rafting in Snowdonia

Ultimate Whitewater Rafting in Snowdonia

The Ultimate Session is unique in the UK, offering continuous world-class rapids, with almost no flat water between! A dam release guarantees the quality and constancy of rapids. (Other UK rivers cannot promise this due to unpredictable British weather!) Your adventure will start and end at our riverside centre with thick 4-season wetsuits and full safety equipment allocation. After a quick instructional session, we will bus you to the head of the river where a massive 9 cumecs of pure mountain water begins it's cascade through ancient woodland. This is the country's best whitewater rafting, staffed by guides with international experience. Over 3 descents you will play, freestyle and surf down fast, clean whitewater, each run increasing in excitement and challenge. A spectacular choice for a rainy day activity, the weather cannot soak you more than we will! On a hot day, nothing feels fresher than punching through rapid after rapid. This is a truly wild day out!
Price form: £89.00
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

On this tour you are accompanied by a historian with a deep passion and knowledge of Wales. You will learn some Welsh, sample traditional Welsh food and learn about the ancient history and culture of Wales. Gareth, your guide is a fluent Welsh speaker and he will give you an insight into Wales that wouldn't be available with a standard tour operator. The area we will visit is dotted with quaint old towns and picturesque villages which seem untouched by time. The South West is the home of Pembrokeshire coast national park, and is an area renowned for the beauty of its beaches and coastline. An example of a tour could be a visit to the wonderfully preserved Norman Castle at Pembroke, then lunch in the beautiful medieval port of Tenby followed by a stop off in Laugharne, the former home of the poet Dylan Thomas.
Price form: £95.00
Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff may be a young capital city, but it is a city steeped in history and culture. From the Romans to the Normans, from Tudor times to the Industrial Revolution and beyond, Cardiff has lived an eventful and full life despite its youth as a capital city. On this two-hour walking tour of central Cardiff we will discuss this journey of Cardiff from Roman outpost to the capital of Wales, which saw the city grow rapidly in size, population and wealth across the nineteenth century in particular. This tour takes in all of the major landmarks of the city centre, including Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, Cardiff Market, the Principality Stadium, and the spectacular Civic Centre. Discover not only the architecture and history of Cardiff, but the culture and characters of Wales too, from rugby, Welsh food and language, to the iconic figures who have made this country what it is today.
Price form: £140.00
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