An 8 day smorgasbord of coast, mountain and forest through all of Wales - it's like having your cake, and eating it too
- Experience breathtaking vistas from 3,650 feet: the highest point in England, Wales and Ireland AND the highest point in Southern Britain
- Trek 60 miles of hidden waterfalls, mountain chapels, devil's bridges, glorious coastline, and mountains shrouded in Welsh myths and legends
- Try some whisky at the only distillery in Wales (and one of the smallest in the world)
- 7 nights accommodation, transportation (incl. London pick-up), 7 breakfasts, 7 packed gourmet lunches (made with local ingredients), personal qualified guide, all entrance and attraction fees, all taxes and surcharges included
ITINERARY
Day 1
An early start from London and we head north through a rough and dramatic landscape of renowned Welsh valleys, 4 separate mountain ranges, and straight into the heart of Wales. Enjoy a guided triple-waterfall hike through the Brecon Beacons National Park and sleep in Europe's youngest capital city. Choose to drink in the cosmopolitan spirit of Wales' dynamic waterfront and notable night life or absorb a more cultural experience at Cardiff Castle, Millennium Stadium, or the National Museum.
Trekking Distance: 8-10 Miles
Important Times:
London Pick-Up (Ealing Station) – 8:00am
Newport Pick-Up (Trainstation) – 10:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off - 6:00pm
(Meals Provided: Lunch and Snack)
Day 2
Today, we begin an early morning conquering of Pen Y Fan: the highest peak in South Wales. Celebrations end (or begin depending on your preference) with a tasting finale in the only distillery in Wales to legally distil a whisky spirit for over 100 years. With muscles and taste buds satisfied, a north bound trip brings us to the cultural capital of Wales at the mouth of the Rheidiol and Ystwyth valleys. Burn the rest of your energy here after we drop you off at your accommodation; this resort town is packed with a cosmopolitan array of restaurants, lively bars and promenades — enjoy!
Trekking Distance: 6-8 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 5:15pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 3
We're off to dance with the Devil in the Rheidol Gorge. Enjoy a morning warm up trek through the Devil's Bridge Fall hike of unique waterfalls and 3 interlaced bridges before we journey north through the breathtaking scenery of mid-Wales. With muscles still warm, we spend the rest of the morning and most of the afternoon surrounded by rich coastal scenery or forested trails, enjoying our gourmet lunches accompanied by a sea breeze or overhanging canopy of rowans, oaks, and pines. We finish our day surrounded by mountains enjoying a wide selection of traditional and Welsh menu options, satisfying appetites from hearty climber's fare to gourmet food and drink.
Trekking Distance: 6-8 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 5:00pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 4
Wake up. Breakfast. Base arrival at the great Mount Snowden. Yes, that's right. It's this early in the morning and you are going to conquer the tallest mountain in Wales. Just be glad we're not attacking the other 89 mountain peaks in the same day. If you still have spring in your step, follow your personal guide to the peak of Snowden to get your photo with your hands on the Cairn Brass Plaque 3,560 feet in the air. If you're feeling a bit more laissez-faire, tickle the mountain's chin half way up, take the train, or just sit in the café a quarter ways up the mountain whilst sipping a hot drink and enjoying your gourmet lunch. It's a quick refuel for all at the base no matter which journey you choose before we head north for a bit of culture. At this World Heritage site, enjoy Wales' most famous of castles before we 'fly' south. Don't feel bad if it's an early night tonight - you certainly worked for it!
Trekking Distance: 4-5 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 4:30pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 5
Give your legs a rest with a visit to an Italian Renaissance Village in a private peninsula. Explore the 50 Welsh architect designed buildings and 70 acres of subtropical woodland garden at your own pace. An adventure in the mountainous range of Cader Idris brings an afternoon of legends: giant armchairs, bottomless lakes, awakening poets, and howling dogs. Tonight we rest in a Welsh folklore-steeped mountain town founded on the wool trade. This quaint location offers authentic food, drink, and culture in a spectacular surrounding landscape.
Trekking Distance: 3-4 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 5:00pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 6
Today we follow the coast to quaint seaside villages, past the Teifi Valley Gorge to the wild West of Wales, and straight into the heart of Britain's only coastal National Park. Spend most of the day in company of the azure sea, Welsh Coastal Wildlife, towering cliffs and headlands, and undulating trails of Wales. Rejuvenated from head to toe, it's time for The Legendary Welsh Adventure Co. Pub Crawl, featuring a tavern made of zinc, an old fisherman's haunt frequented by smugglers, and the smallest pub in Wales where you're assured a warm welcome from the Barmaid and owner of over 35 years. Get cleaned up in coastal accommodation for a night of enjoyment. This Welsh town is one of the UK's finest holiday resorts, boasting a surrounding medieval stone wall, three Blue Flag Beaches, and candy-coloured coastal homes.
Trekking Distance: 6-8 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 5:30pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 7
After breakfast, we start one of our favourite hikes in a secluded headland of the Pembrokeshire Coast. Trekking parallel the Atlantic coast, we reach a small chapel grasping the mountain it has been built into, lily ponds of King Arthur's Excalibur, and the most beautiful beach in Britain. Today we walk further than any of the others, but it is well worth the effort. Our last evening is spent in Wales' second largest city. Inspired by the city's coastal energy, enjoy your last night as you see fit — either wildly celebrating your success with the locals, or in a quiet or cozy countryside pub.
Trekking Distance: 8-10 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Accommodation Drop-Off – 5:00pm
(Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Snack)
Day 8
Care for some salt with those eggs? Rise and shine for our final morning peninsula hike. Known for its awe-inspiring coastline, caves, and Blue Flag beaches, the landscape here is wonderful and varied boasting some of Wales' richest wildlife; a dramatic feast for the eyes. For lunch, enjoy some highly deserved award winning fish and chips. Feeling daring? Try a Welsh delicacy: Laver Bread or Cockles perhaps? With full bellies and happy hearts we grudgingly return to our former lives, with a head full of real adventure and real memories as we bid a fond farewell to Wales.
Trekking Distance: 5-7 Miles
Important Times:
Accommodation Pick-Up – 8:30am
Newport Drop-Off: 3:00pm
London Drop-Off: 5:30pm (approximate)
(Meals Provided: Breakfast)
At A Glance
Duration
8 Days
Price
£979
Upcoming Dates
July 24 - 31, 2010
August 8 - 15, 2010
Fitness Level
Adrenaline
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Highlights
- Breathtaking views from the highest point in Wales, England and Ireland
- Spectacular experience walking behind a waterfall
- Coastal walk from the most beautiful beach in Europe to a church nestled in the cliffs.
- Good old traditional Welsh food, pubs, hospitality and culture.
Details
Accommodation
Quoted on double accommodation at mid to high range hotels, farmhouses, and lodges. Optional single rooms available for supplemental fee.
Maximum group size
10 + guide(s)
Meals
All meals except dinners and last day lunch.