WALES
5 DAYS from £447
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Welsh Wonders: Cash, Coal & Gin Tasting
NEW
The Royal Mint Experience
This new five-day tour provides a fabulous opportunity to experience the heritage, stunning mountain scenery and fascinating culture of wonderful South Wales. With a real insight into how coins, coal and gin is made in Wales, we’ll visit the Royal Mint Experience, Rhondda Heritage Park and Hensol Castle Distillery. Sounds perfect!
BACK FOR 2026!
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Royal Mint Experience & Rhondda Heritage Park This morning, we have a fascinating guided tour of the Royal Mint Experience . We go behind the scenes of coin making to see an exhibition of precious historical coins and rare artefacts which includes the Alfred the Great penny, a staggering 1,100 years old. This afternoon, we head to the Rhondda Heritage Park for a tour of the colliery by ex-coal miners. Providing firsthand commentary of life underground, our knowledgeable guides reveal the international story of Welsh coal and the colliery owner who wrote the first one-million-pound cheque! Day 3 Cardiff & Dyffryn House & Gardens This morning, we have free time in the welcoming city of Cardiff to explore its wide range of attractions and discover more of its history and culture. Or enjoy some shopping by strolling around the city’s ornate Victorian arcades with many independent shops and cafes. This afternoon, we visit Dyffryn House & Gardens . Set in the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan and built by coal mine owner, John Cory, the Edwardian gardens have something for everyone from the Internationally themed gardens including
the Pompeiian Garden and Exotics Garden, sweeping formal lawns to the kitchen gardens and large arboretum. Day 4 Brecon Mountain Railway & Hensol Castle Distillery This morning, we step aboard the historic Brecon Mountain Railway for a return journey from Pant to Torpantau. Pulled by a vintage Steam Locomotive, our all-weather observation carriage will provide us with the perfect view of the spectacular Brecon Beacons National Park. This afternoon, we have a guided tour and gin tasting at the Hensol Castle Distillery . Situated in the Vale of Glamorgan countryside in a 17th century castle, we will be treated to an immersive guided tour of the distillery, craftmanship of gin-making, the historic castle, and most importantly, tutored gin tasting. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Parkway Hotel & Spa Cwmbran, Gwent
Great for group touring, the Parkway Hotel & Spa is surrounded by parkland and is situated on the outskirts of Cwmbran, about 17 miles from Cardiff. All 80 well decorated bedrooms are comfortable and equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift but there are 35 ground floor bedrooms. The popular restaurant‘s varied menu changes seasonally and there is a spacious open plan bar. The separate lounge is very comfortable with a large TV and an outside terrace. • Ground floor rooms • Live music on one night • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £447pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £129
INCLUSIONS • Tour of the Royal Mint Experience
• Underground tour of the Rhondda Heritage Park • Entrance to the House & Gardens at Dyffryn • Brecon Mountain Railway return train journey • Guided tour & tasting of Hensol Castle Distillery
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Anneka says… I felt such a ‘buzz’ when I walked into this hotel with its homely and welcoming atmosphere. We are delighted to have this hotel back for 2026 – it’s a wonderful base to explore the local area.
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