9 hour(s)
English
Included
Learn about South Wales' role in the Industrial Revolution
Discover the geological wealth that fueled mining and smelting industries
Explore the history of labour and those who profited from it
Visit scenic areas like the Brecon Beacons National Park
€ 1519.84
€ 1398.25
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
Lowest Price Guarantee — no other provider offers this tour for less
Travel in comfort aboard a luxurious fully electric vehicle, limited to just seven passengers, accompanied by your expert guide Andy, a qualified Mountain Leader and Green Badged Tourist Guide. This tour is entirely customisable, with flexible pickup locations across South Wales including Monmouth, Chepstow, Newport, Cardiff, Abergavenny, Brecon, Bridgend, and Swansea. Andy will work with you to tailor the day to your interests. All entry fees are included, such as a fascinating guided tour underground at Big Pit National Coal Museum, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience throughout.
This fully inclusive tour offers a compelling journey through the industrial heartland of South Wales, a region rich in coal, iron, limestone, and silica rock that powered the Industrial Revolution. From the iron boom of the 1750s through the coal dominance of the 19th and 20th centuries, you'll explore how this landscape shaped and was shaped by the people who lived and laboured here—and the fortunes built upon their efforts. Along the way, enjoy the stunning natural scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park and learn how former mining communities are rebuilding in the post-industrial era. See the itinerary for a full list of stops and highlights.
Professional Driver and Guide
Private transportation
Coffee and Tea
Lunch
Snacks
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
A bottle of water
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Type in your hotel/accommodation to see how far the attraction or departure point is.
Loading pick up points...
Loading pick up points...
I went on two of Gareth’s tours, and enjoyed each one thoroughly. He is a wealth of information, and I really enjoyed our chats. The two tours made my four day stay in Cardiff perfect. Everything was planned extremely well, and it is easy to understand all of the five star reviews:)
This was one of the BEST tours of Wales. I was very impressed with how much knowledge Gareth gave us the whole day. He covered History, Culture and Facts of today’s time…everything was so interesting to learn. I was so glad that I signed up for this tour and would have loved to been able to do another tour to the other castles with him and learn even more!! Thank you Gareth !!
I did a tour with Gareth a couple of years ago. He had a comfortable van, and was on time picking me and others up. He drove us to places I would have never been able to see on my own. A memorable and beautiful day. He is a wealth of knowledge and also speaks and teaches Welsh as I recall. Thank you for a great time.
This trip was excellent and Gareth was a wonderful guide. The trip had everything we were looking for in a tour and we saw such a beautiful part of the country. We made the trip from London and were so glad we did. It was definitely worth the money and we followed Gareth’s advice and purchased a 3 day access pass that covered the cost of entry for each site- this was far more cost efficient and made entry into each location quick and seamless. Would recommend this tour for anyone looking for a perfect, relaxed and more personal experience.
Gareth is a great tour guide !! We did The Wandering Bards tour this spring . Saw few castles, historic ruins and stunning scenery ,all while learning Welsh history and culture leaving great memories during our time in Cardiff !!!
