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Service Rating:Castles, Cathedrals & Cardigan Bay
3* Cliff Hotel & Spa, Cardigan: Vale of Rheidol Railway, Aberystwyth, Cardigan, Picton Castle, St David's & Tenby
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Castles, Cathedrals & Cardigan Bay
Discover the very best of West Wales on this wonderful six-day break, based at the Cliff Hotel & Spa, a superb retreat where you can relax and enjoy the on-site facilities in style. The holiday begins with a magical journey aboard the Vale of Rheidol narrow-gauge steam railway, winding through open meadows, ancient woodland and dramatic mountain scenery between Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge. Explore the charming market town of Cardigan before visiting enchanting Picton Castle, a unique blend of fortified manor and medieval castle set within 40 acres of stunning gardens. No visit to this corner of Wales would be complete without time in St Davids, Britain's smallest cathedral city, where a magnificent 12th-century cathedral and the haunting ruins of the medieval Bishop's Palace await. Round off the tour with a leisurely excursion through the breathtaking Pembrokeshire Coast National Park to the jewel in the crown, the ancient walled town of Tenby, with its beautiful beaches, colourful harbour and cobbled streets. CLIFF HOTEL & SPA, CARDIGAN*** Sunday 13 June 2027 6 Days £775 per person sharing a twin/double room £125 single supplement (double/twin for sole occupacny) Home pick up/set down from £45 per person Front seat supplement £15 for the duration of the tour Price includes: All coach travel Porterage 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast Vale of Rheidol Railway Trip Admission to Picton CastleITINERARY
Day 1
We depart the local area and make a stop for lunch before arriving at the Cliff Hotel & Spa mid-afternoon, ready to settle in and get acquainted with all the facilities on site before dinner.
|Day 2
Today we head to the Vale of Rheidol Railway where we join the narrow-gauge steam train on a journey through the changing countryside taking in wide open fields, meadows, woodland and rugged mountain scenery from Aberystwyth to Devil's Bridge and back.
|Day 3
This morning we visit the lovely market town of Cardigan, with its unspoilt townscape and rich heritage. We return to the hotel for the afternoon at leisure.
|Day 4
This morning we enjoy a visit to enchanting Picton Castle, near Haverfordwest, which is a half fortified manor house and half medieval castle, set in 40 acres of stunning gardens. This afternoon we visit St Davids, the smallest cathedral city in Britain and a popular location for pilgrims and artists alike. Adjacent to its 12th century cathedral stand the magnificent ruins of the medieval Bishop's Palace.
|Day 5
Excursion through the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park to Tenby, one of the UK's finest coastal holiday resorts, which has retained its natural charm, narrow streets, harbour and beautiful beaches. Tenby is steeped in ancient history and surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall.
|Day 6
After breakfast, we head home with suitable refreshment stops on route.
|PICK-UP POINTS
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour. Please note some pick up points may not be served on all departure dates.
| NAME | PICK-UP TIME | RETURN TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Baldock Market Place S | TBA | TBA |
| Bishops Std Rail Station | TBA | TBA |
| Buntingford The Crown PH | TBA | TBA |
| Cambridge Trumpington P&R | TBA | TBA |
| Hitchin S St Marys Sq | TBA | TBA |
| Letchworth Station Rd S | TBA | TBA |
| Newport Stn Rd Bus Stop S | TBA | TBA |
| Royston Bus Station | TBA | TBA |
| Saffron Walden High St S | TBA | TBA |
| South Mimms | TBA | TBA |
| Stansted Mountfit Har S | TBA | TBA |
| Stevenage Bus Station L | TBA | TBA |
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