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Flavours of the Gower

Discover Welsh heritage, coastal scenery and local flavours on this relaxing Door to Door holiday based in Swansea.

Flavours of the Gower & South Wales

Monday 29 March 2027

Single Supplement (limited availability) £Nil

Based in Swansea, we are well-positioned to immerse ourselves in Wales' history and legacy, with trips to parc Howard Museum and Aberglasney Gardens. Penderyn Distillery, which produces the famed and award-winning whiskey, as well as a traditional Welsh afternoon tea. Add in a step-on tour of the stunning Gower Peninsula and some free time in Swansea, and we're sure to have a winner!

Mercure Swansea Hotel, Swansea***

Although located on a commercial estate, the modern Mercure Swansea Hotel is nestled within its own parkland and is perfectly positioned for touring Swansea. There is no lift but half the bedrooms are on the ground floor. All the bedrooms are en suite and have TV, hairdryer, and free Wi-Fi

Holiday Highlight

Gower Heritage Centre

Your Holiday Includes

Door to door service

Elite coach travel

4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

A tasting at Pendereryn Swansea Copperworks

Entrance to parc Howard Museum

Entrance to Aberglasney Gardens

Visit Gower Heritage Centre with afternoon tea

5 days/ 4 nights

Day 1

After your door-to-door pick up, we travel to Swansea and the Mercure Swansea Hotel, where you will spend four nights with dinner and breakfast each day.

Day 2

Swansea, Mumbles & Penderyn Swansea Copperworks

This morning we travel to Swansea where we have plenty to do and see, from the obvious shopping to a surprising variety of museums and galleries, including Swansea Museum, Wales's oldest, The Glynn Vivian Art Gallery and of course, The Dylan Thomas Centre, Swansea's famous son. We travel along the sweeping waterfront of Swansea Bay to nearby Mumbles for lunch at leisure.

This afternoon, we head back into Swansea to the Penderyn's Swansea Copperworks Distillery, where we enjoy a guided tour and tasting and learn about this famous and award winning whisky. Our tour and tasting will teach us about the founding of Penderyn and what makes the different whiskies taste as they do, so we'll begin to understand why its reputation as a quality whisky producer is growing.

Day 3

Carmarthen & Newton House, Dinefwr

We start our day today in legendary Carmarthen, on the banks of the River Tawe. Said to be the birthplace of the wizard Merlin, it is the oldest town in Wales and we have plenty of time to explore the indoor market and curio shops and take a leisurely lunch.

The afternoon is spent visiting Newton House, set in the magnificent Dinefwr Park & Castle estate, where we have a guided tour of the house. A family home for over 300 years, today we still see many of the original 17th century features, including the grand staircase and exceptionally ornate ceilings.

Day 4

Gower Peninsula, Heritage Centre & Welsh Afternoon Tea

Our journey today takes us to the delightful Gower Peninsula, instantly recognisable with its glorious sweep of golden bays. We visit the Gower Heritage Centre and enjoy a guided tour of the 12th century water mill before embarking on a step-on guided tour of scenic the Gower Peninsula.

Afterwards, we return to the Heritage Centre for Welsh Afternoon Tea.

Final Day

After breakfast, we begin our comfortable journey home.

Suitable stops will be made along the way before returning you safely to your front door with fond memories of your South Wales holiday.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described. Occasionally changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will always be made with your comfort and enjoyment in mind.

About the Destination

Swansea is a lively coastal city with a strong maritime history, attractive waterfront areas and easy access to some of South Wales’ most beautiful scenery.

The nearby Gower Peninsula is famous for its dramatic coastline, sandy beaches, countryside views and traditional villages. As one of Wales’ most scenic coastal areas, it offers a wonderful contrast to Swansea’s city atmosphere.

This holiday also explores Welsh heritage through visits to Newton House and the Gower Heritage Centre, while Penderyn Swansea Copperworks adds a flavour of modern Welsh craftsmanship.

About the Experience

This holiday is designed to showcase the sights, stories and flavours of South Wales at a relaxed pace.

Enjoy a guided look at Newton House, sample Welsh whisky at Penderyn, discover traditional milling heritage at the Gower Heritage Centre and enjoy a cream tea as part of your visit.

With scenic touring through the Gower Peninsula and time based in Swansea, this break offers a varied and enjoyable taste of Wales.

Your Hotel – Mercure Swansea Hotel

A modern hotel set within its own parkland, offering comfortable accommodation and a practical base for touring Swansea and the surrounding region.

Hotel Features

Restaurant and bar
Parkland setting
En-suite bedrooms
Television
Hairdryer
Free Wi-Fi
Ground floor rooms available

Please note

The hotel does not have a lift, but around half of the bedrooms are located on the ground floor.

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Name	Address	Distance
Beverley Coach Park	Beverley Coach Park, School Lane, HU17 9LS
Doncaster Services	Doncaster Services, DN8 5GS
Drax Social Club NO PARK	Drax Social Club, Main Road, Drax, YO8 8PJ (NO PARKING)
Hartshead Moor	Hartshead Moor Services, HD6 4JX
North Sea Ferry Terminal	King George Dock, Terminal 1, Hedon Rd, HU9 5PS
Wetherby services	Wetherby Services, Kirk Deighton, LS22 5GT
Woodall Services	Woodall Services, S26 7XR