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Welsh Treasures

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October 20, 2025

Welsh Treasures

Capture the essence of Welsh culture and spectacular scenery, and visit the Royal Mint Visitor Centre which produces coins and medals for over 60 countries worldwide.

Monday 20th – Friday 24th October 2025

Tour Price £653.00
Single supplement: £113.00

The Royal Mint Experience Pontyclun South Wales Photographer: Mike George

Tour includes:

o Four nights dinner, bed & full Welsh breakfast

o Admission to Caerphilly Castle

o Admission to St Fagans National Museum of History

o Guided tour of the Royal Mint Visitor Centre

o Introductory tour of Cardiff

o Visit to Big Pit Mining Museum

o Tour & Tasting at Penderyn Visitor Centre

o Escorted throughout

DAY 1  We make our way to Wales today, stopping in the village of Tintern in the Wye Valley for lunch en route.

DAY 2  Our first stop this morning is Caerphilly, for a visit to the largest castle in Wales. Get to know how one of the truly great fortresses of medieval Europe actually worked, and explore this 13th century sleeping giant and its famous Leaning Tower – even wonkier than that of Pisa – before time at leisure in the town, famous for its cheese. We then proceed to St Fagans National Museum of History, which stands in the grounds of the magnificent St Fagans Castle. Here you will see how people in Wales have lived, worked and spent their leisure time. The re-erected buildings include farmhouses, a row of ironworkers’ cottages, a medieval church and a Victorian school, and there are gardens to explore and workshops where traditional skills are demonstrated.

DAY 3  Today begins with admission to the Royal Mint Visitor Centre, for an escorted tour of the production process. During your visit, you will learn all about where UK coins are made and gain a fascinating insight into the history of  The Royal Mint. From here, enjoy an engaging, self-guided tour of static and interactive exhibits, bringing to life the Mint’s heritage. There is a café on site, and you can purchase mementos from the gift shop as a reminder of your visit.  This afternoon, we enjoy an introductory tour in the attractive city centre of Cardiff, the bustling Welsh capital, as well as the modernised Cardiff Bay with its fascinating public buildings, including the Welsh Assembly.

DAY 4  We set out after breakfast this morning on an excursion to the foothills of the Brecon Beacons National Park and a morning visit to Big Pit Mining Museum to learn about the region’s heritage. As well as an underground tour of the mine, there is a virtual tour above ground, providing a moving and entertaining illustration of the lives of miners at work and home. This afternoon we visit Penderyn Visitor Centre for an hour-long Distillery Tour to learn about the founding of Penderyn, how the award-winning whisky is made and what makes it so unique. See the exhibition area, mill, mash tun, innovative single copper pot stills, and a pair of pot stills. Plus enjoy a couple of tasters in the Tasting Bar afterwards.

DAY 5  We head for home today, with stops en route.

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Testimonials & Reviews

Mike was super-professional, and friendly – an excellent ambassador for Heathside. We will hope to book with you again as the comfortable coach and skilled driver contributed greatly to the overall success of the tour.

Pam – Private Hire Customer

October 2024

Our second trip with you has been “wow”- your driver Paul was “excellent” a most capable driver and Terry he made the tour from start to finish fun and full of information.

Barbara & Norman

September 2024

Thank you to everyone at Heathside for a truly wonderful trip to Wakehurst last Thursday. It was so enjoyable. I hope it will be repeated. Thank you very much.

Eunice – Ringwood

July 2024

The guide and driver were both excellent in a way that made you think they had worked together for years. They kept us all entertained, and ably coped with anything thrown at them. The hotel was pleasant. All the trips we did were great fun. We hope to travel with you again soon.

Heart of Wales Traveller

July 2024

Team were excellent. 10/10 service. Russ and Caroline were both very helpful ensuring we were looked after throughout. Hotel and food was lovely and the day trips were very enjoyable. 100% will be doing another trip.

Dutch Bulbfields Traveller

April 2024

My Friend and I have just returned from an amazing trip to the Dutch bulb fields, which was just so enjoyable, made even more so by your lovely driver Russ, and Caroline, who really do make your day with their banter, and their professionalism. I am very much looking forward to another trip next year hopefully. By the way, lovely new coach, so comfy and nice to have some leg room for a change! All in all thankyou for an amazing holiday

Barbara – Verwood

April 2024

Heathside travel provided excellent service to take a large group on a day trip to Bombay Sapphire, which was well organised through the company. Coach was very comfortable and had a pleasant journey. Staff were friendly and informative both on the day and in the booking process. Would definitely consider Heathside Travel for other day trips and services.

Dan

November 2023

Thank you for a splendid day trip to London. The driver was so welcoming and friendly. His driving was excellent. This all contributed to my pleasurable day. Thanks again.

Dorothy – Ferndown

August 2023

Just a note to say how much we enjoyed our trip to Durham – thank you for a good few days. The hotel was ideally placed and comfortable, and we enjoyed the food. Lastly we cannot fault David and Caroline. They both worked hard to make our trip such a pleasure.

Terry & Marilyn – West Moors

July 2023

We have had another lovely holiday with Heathside Travel. Dave and Terry have worked very hard to make sure everything has run to plan and they have succeeded, nothing has been too much trouble for them. Thanks it was amazing.

Rosemary & Doug – West Moors

June 2023

I could not have been more delighted with the service and will definitely be recommending your company to others. I can honestly say that everyone I encountered from first enquiry to booking, to the journey itself were so helpful and friendly. We will certainly be using you again.

Amanda – Christchurch

July 2023

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