Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
Description
Stop by Llandaff Cathedral, place of Christian worship for over 1,500 years Enter the National Park to visit Henrhyd Falls, the tallest and most spectacular waterfall in South Wales. Proceed to the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog and enjoy a short stop at the second oldest tree in Wales, a stunning yew tree that is 3018 years old. Stop in Brecon town, where you can admire the canals—voted the prettiest in Britain. Visit the Bannau Brycheiniog Visitor Centre and enjoy a pleasant stroll surrounded by beautiful hills and stunning mountains. Please note that the visit to the waterfalls will involve a 30 minutes walk. The path may be steep and muddy, so we recommend wearing boots and rainproof clothing.
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Itinerary
Explore Llandaff Cathedral, place of Christian worship for over 1,500 years
Short stop at Cyfarthfa Castle to stretch our legs and take a brief walk around
enter the National Park to visit Henrhyd Falls, the tallest and most spectacular waterfall in South Wales, known for its role as a filming location for the final scene of Batman: The Dark Knight Rises as the entrance to the Batcave.
Proceed to the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog and enjoy a short stop at the second oldest tree in Wales, a stunning yew tree that is 3018 years old, making it one of the oldest trees in Britain.
End your day in Brecon, where you can admire the canals—voted the prettiest in Britain—or simply enjoy a stroll through the town's quaint streets, filled with independent shops, bakeries, coffee spots, and souvenir shops.
Visit the Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and enjoy a pleasant stroll surrounded by beautiful hills and stunning mountains.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The walk to the waterfalls takes approximately 20 minutes each way. The path can be steep, uneven, and occasionally muddy, so we recommend wearing appropriate footwear.
- Not recommended for children under five years of age.
- We suggest securing a personal activity insurance plan to guard against potential income loss in the unlikely event of an accident during a walk.
- Kindly be aware that large luggage and cabin bags/trolleys are not allowed. We only permit backpacks or bags up to 40 cm × 20 cm × 25 cm, to ensure the safety and comfort of our passengers.
Reviews(47)
Max was an excellent guide. The whole trip was well-paced and full of great information you wouldn't get if you were to drive around on your own to see the sights. Highly recommend!
Max the guide and driver was great. He gave us a lot of insight into Wales which I enjoyed. The “waterfall” was barely a trickle and you had to work too hard to see it. Trail was poorly marked, uneven, lots of roots, and required too much effort for a letdown. To be fair, Max warned us there had not been much rain lately. We really enjoyed the Yew tree discussion he included. Wales is a beautiful country. Your tours should focus on other parts of the country and forget about this waterfall.
Dear Lonnie, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. What many of our guests appreciate most about this tour is the variety of landscapes and places we visit. It is a true sightseeing experience, with small groups that allow us to explore hidden gems away from the crowds. We believe it’s more rewarding to enjoy a peaceful 15-minute stroll through the woods to discover a secluded “trickle” as you called than to simply take a photo at a large waterfall surrounded by a crowd of thousands of visitors. Our aim is to offer a more authentic and relaxed experience, showcasing the quieter, lesser-known beauty of Wales. Thank you again for joining us, and we wish you all the best.
It was a great tour! Max, our guide was great. It was a good size group, so it made it feel like we knew everyone on our tour. We were able to see and do a lot throughout the day.
Fantastic trip, and a great way to see the national park. As a couple travelling without a car, this was a great and cost-effective way for us to visit Brecon without the need for a vehicle. Pick-up is centrally located and easy to find. Max, our tour guide, was very friendly, informative, and accommodating. We had ample time at each stop, and there was plenty of time to enjoy the sights. The hike to the waterfall is short, with steep sections. The trail has plenty of proper footing, but the ground is often wet, so it can be slippery. Definitely recommend suitable footwear, and some experience with wet trails. Max was very accommodating of the group and was attentive and helpful for those who wanted assistance with the descent. Definitely worth the short walk!
Great tour. Max was an amazing guide, giving lots of information about the places and Wales in general. The time at the stops was exactly right: long enough that you could see everything and enjoy the stay, but not long enough so you could have many stops on the trip. Well managed 👍
Max is the best! He is knowledgeable, kind, and punctual. We had a great day with lots to see and plenty of time for independent exploring at certain stops. The waterfall was a highlight for sure.
It was fantastic having you join us! We're delighted that you enjoyed the experience and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again. Wishing you safe travels and all the best for the future.
Interesting and fun tour. Well organized itinerary. Safe and comfortable driving by Max.
Hi Jason, Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and found the itinerary well organized. It’s great to hear Max provided safe and comfortable driving throughout the day. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you again soon!
We enjoyed the tour. Max did a very capable job as our guide and driver. Having later gone on another tour in the north of Wales, however, I think the scenery just pales a bit by comparison. But glad we were able to see a bit of Brecon Beacons NP.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and that Max provided capable guiding and driving throughout the day. It’s great to hear you appreciated the opportunity to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future!
This was a lovely experience!! Max was very knowledgeable, very helpful, and very entertaining, and the tour gives you the chance to see a lot of wonderful places around South Wales. The Falls were my favourite, though the walk there is a bit arduous, especially on a hot day like we had! It definitely helped to have water on hand and that the tour went at a very leisurely and careful pace -- there was never a feeling of being rushed so I was able to take everything in the way I hoped.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed exploring South Wales with Max. He'll be delighted to hear you found the tour informative, helpful, and entertaining. The Falls are certainly a favourite, and we're glad the relaxed pace gave you plenty of time to enjoy the scenery. Thanks again for joining us—we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
It was a full 8 hour tour that involved many stops which was wecomed to stretch our legs and the opportunity to take May pictures. Our tour guide Max was thoughtful, considerate, and knowledgeable. We were blessed with fantastic weather so the trip was perfect
Hi Michelle, Thanks for the great review! We’re happy you enjoyed the tour and your time exploring Wales with us. Hope to see you back in Wales one day!
