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Heart of Wales

Mid Wales is bordered by the two stunning national parks, Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South and the area is steeped in heritage, culture and stunning scenery. Join us on this new tour based in the Victorian town of Llandrindod Wells as we explore the area and visit some of its best attractions including the dramatic Elan Valley Reservoirs, Powis Castle and the Vale of Rheidol narrow gauge steam railway.

METROPOLE HOTEL & SPA

The elegant and historic Metropole Hotel is located in the centre of the Victorian town of Llandrindod Wells. All bedrooms feature television, radio, telephone, Wi-Fi, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant and bar plus a leisure club and spa with indoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Lift to all floors.

PRICE INCLUDES

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Journey on the Vale of Rheidol Railway
Brecon canal cruise
Guided tour of the Elan Valley reservoirs
Admission to Powis Castle
Excursions as described
Return travel by luxury air conditioned coach

Day One

We travel to Welshpool for a visit to Powis Castle, originally built in circa 1200. Step inside and you'll find opulent interiors with exquisite works of art. The stunning gardens date back 300 years and feature a mix of sophisticated flower borders and fantastic topiary. We then continue to Llandrindod Wells where we commence our three night stay at Metropole Hotel.

Day Two

This morning spend some time at leisure to explore Llandrindod Wells before we travel to Brecon, where we board a narrow boat for a cruise on the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal. Spend a delightful few hours cruising through some beautiful scenery within the Brecon Beacons National Park.

B, D

Day Three

Today we travel to the seaside resort of Aberystwyth. Enjoy free time to look around, take a walk along the promenade or maybe ride up the Victorian Cliff Railway to the top of Constitution Hill where you can enjoy fantastic views over Cardigan Bay. This afternoon we take our seats on the Vale of Rheidol steam railway for a nostalgic 12 mile journey climbing 700ft through some truly spectacular scenery to Devil's Bridge, home to the famous waterfalls.

B, D

Day Four

We check out of our hotel and travel to Rhayader and the Elan Valley Visitor Centre where we meet a guide who will accompany us for a tour of the dams. Elan is a beautiful and unspoilt area made even more compelling by the dams and reservoirs which together create a wonderful landscape. Enjoy the stunning views and marvel at the engineering enterprise of the Victorians before continue our homeward journey early afternoon.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Contact Details	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llandegai	Llandegai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop