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Wales - North to South

Enjoy an Elite Door to Door holiday discovering the very best of North and South Wales with heritage railways, scenic canals, beautiful gardens and charming coastal towns.

At a Glance

8 Days | 7 Nights | Ivy Bush Hotel, Carmarthen and Beaufort Park Hotel, Mold | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | Heritage Railways and Scenic Touring | Door to Door Service

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Experience the very best of Wales on this unforgettable eight-day holiday combining spectacular scenery, heritage railways, charming seaside towns and historic attractions from South Wales to North Wales.

 

Travelling through some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes, this carefully planned tour showcases the coastlines, countryside and culture that make Wales such a popular destination.

 

Your holiday begins in South Wales where you will discover picturesque Tenby, one of the country’s most attractive seaside resorts, famous for its colourful harbour, medieval walls and stunning views across to Caldey Island.

 

You will also visit Picton Castle and Woodland Garden, one of Pembrokeshire’s finest historic estates, with beautiful grounds and fascinating history.

 

As the tour continues north, you will enjoy time in the elegant Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno together with visits to the stunning Bodnant Garden in the Conwy Valley, regarded as one of Britain’s finest gardens.

 

Heritage railways and waterways form a major highlight of this holiday. Enjoy a scenic journey on the Llangollen Railway together with a relaxing cruise along the beautiful Llangollen Canal through the Dee Valley countryside.

 

Combined with dramatic mountain scenery, traditional Welsh hospitality and relaxing coach travel, this holiday offers a wonderful way to experience Wales from coast to coast.

 

Your Hotels

Ivy Bush Hotel, Carmarthen

The Ivy Bush Hotel is a welcoming three-star hotel located in the heart of Carmarthen, providing an excellent base for exploring South Wales and Pembrokeshire.

 

Beaufort Park Hotel, Mold

The Beaufort Park Hotel is an independently run hotel located near Mold in North Wales, offering comfortable accommodation and a warm welcome in peaceful surroundings.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Convenient Door to Door pick-up from your home

  • Elite coach travel throughout

  • 4 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast at the Ivy Bush Hotel

  • 3 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast at the Beaufort Park Hotel

  • Tea, coffee and Welsh cake on arrival

  • Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Entrance to Picton Castle and Woodland Garden

  • Visit to Tenby

  • Visit to Llandudno

  • Journey on the Llangollen Railway

  • Cruise on the Llangollen Canal

  • Entrance to Bodnant Garden

  • One night of entertainment at each hotel

  • Scenic touring through North and South Wales

Day 1

You will be collected from your home and travel in comfort towards South Wales, with suitable comfort stops along the way before arriving at the Ivy Bush Hotel in Carmarthen for the first part of your holiday.

During Your Stay

Your holiday includes visits to Tenby and Picton Castle together with scenic touring through the beautiful landscapes of South Wales.

As the tour continues north, you will enjoy a journey on the Llangollen Railway and a relaxing cruise along the Llangollen Canal.

Further highlights include visits to Bodnant Garden and the elegant seaside resort of Llandudno.

Throughout your holiday there will be opportunities to admire the mountains, coastlines and countryside that make Wales such a spectacular touring destination.

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 Welsh 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

Wales is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, dramatic coastlines, historic towns and heritage railways.

 

This holiday combines the very best of North and South Wales, from the seaside beauty of Tenby and Llandudno to the stunning countryside of Snowdonia and the Dee Valley.

 

About the Experience

This holiday combines scenic railway journeys, canal cruising and relaxing sightseeing at a comfortable pace.

 

Whether travelling through the Welsh countryside by heritage railway, admiring beautiful gardens or exploring charming coastal towns, there are memorable moments throughout your stay.

 

Your Hotel – Ivy Bush Hotel, Carmarthen

A comfortable city-centre hotel offering a convenient base for exploring South Wales.

 

Hotel Features

  • Restaurant and bar

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Tea and coffee facilities

  • Television

  • Hairdryer

  • Ground floor rooms available

  • Please note: the hotel does not have a lift.

 

Your Hotel – Beaufort Park Hotel, Mold

A welcoming independently run hotel set in peaceful surroundings near Mold.

 

Hotel Features

  • Restaurant and bar

  • Conservatory coffee shop

  • Ground level rooms available

  • Tea and coffee facilities

  • Television

  • Relaxed lounge areas

  • Please note: the hotel does not have a lift.

 

 

 

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