Cardiff, Swansea & Bracelet Bay 5 Days - Seabank
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TALF5385Y
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
Located between Swansea and Cardiff, Porthcawl was originally a port for the iron and steel industries and still has some interesting features from that period, including the oldest maritime warehouse in Wales, an attractive harbour and the last coal and gas powered lighthouse in the country. It developed as a seaside resort after the Great War and the splendid Grand Pavilion dates from 1932. Nearby is Kenfig Nature Reserve, a site of national importance. This attractive seaside resort offers numerous facilities, including the world famous Porthcawl golf course, the finest course in Wales and one of several in the area, an expansive sandy beach and Coney Beach, a fairground with a variety of rides and amusements which was named after the famous New York venue. To the East of the town lies the River Ogmore and the beautiful Glamorgan Heritage Coast.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Outward Travel
Day 2 - Day at Leisure
Day 3 - Cardiff Guided Tour & St Fagans National History Museum
Our local experienced guide (included in the tour cost) leads us in a discovery of the major sights and points of interest./nFrom the comfort of the coach, See and hear how the area of Cardiff Bay has been transformed from the once busiest coal exporting port in the world to the present vibrant waterfront area. we will also see a mixture of old and new architecture such as the Welsh Parliament (the Senedd) , Pierhead building, Wales Millennium Centre, views of Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Castle, The Civic Centre plus much more./nPlease ask any questions you may have in order to get the most out of your holiday./nSt Fagans is one of Europe’s premier open air museums and the most popular heritage attraction in Wales. /nThe museum affords visitors a journey through the history of Welsh life with over 30 preserved and re-constructed buidings spanning 500 years of history./nAmongst these you will also find indoor exhibitions displaying costume, daily life and farming implements./n
Day 4 - Swansea & Bracelet Bay (Mumbles)
Visit Swansea – the city by the sea! Why not visit one of the many museums celebrating the city’s maritime past or enjoy the popular high street shopping? The writer, Dylan Thomas was born and raised in Swansea and there is also a permanent exhibition in the city dedicated to his life and works. We continue on to enjoy the magnificent scenery of Swansea Bay as we make our way to the seaside town of Mumbles on Bracelet Bay./n
Day 5 - Return Travel
Return travel /n
Seabank Hotel
Porthcawl’s most iconic building, situated on the
headland with fantastic sea views across the resort
and bay and a short walk from the Grand Pavilion and
John Street shops. There are spectacular panoramic
views of the Bristol Channel and coast from the bar
and many bedrooms. Our en-suite bedrooms come
with comfy beds for a great nights sleep, tea and coffee
making facilities, flat screen TV with Freeview and
radio and hairdryer. The hotel features a large modern
restaurant, quiet lounge and bar, with dancefloor, where
you will find entertainment most evenings. Free Wi-Fi
is available throughout the hotel and there is a lift that
serves all floors. Large car park.