Mid Wales Highlights & Brecon Beacons - Sun 17th Sept 2023

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Hugely popular holiday to this wonderful region of Wales, boasting some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK. This holiday includes views of both the Brecon Beacons and the Cambrian Mountains.

Delighted to be returning to our hotel - the superb 4* Metropole Hotel in the Victorian Spa town of Llandrindod Wells, which we have used many times before. 'Landod' is a great place to spend time with plenty of shops and cafes and an attractive Victorian & Edwardian architecture. Head down to the man-made Llandrindod lake - a great place to spend some time, popular for fishing and model boating. An ideal base to explore this beautiful region - and there is much to see!! 

Any way you travel from here the scenery is wonderful. We are so pleased to be able to offer a return for the excursion on the majestic Powis Castle; a stunning, scenic drive to the historic town of Aberystwych - on the coast; the unforgettable sight of Red Kites at Gigrin Farm and a drive over the beautiful Beacon Beacons National Park with a visit to the award winning Penderyn Distillery. Absolutely superb holiday - don't miss it!!

DAY 1
After being collected from your local pick up point around 7.30/8.45am, sit back and enjoy the journey to Wales. Stopping for refreshment stops on the way including a main stop for lunch before arriving in Llandrindod Wells late afternoon. Time to settle in to the hotel and perhaps use the leisure facilities before dinner.

DAY 2
In the morning we head north with a lovely drive through winding A roads to Powis Castle. One of the real treasures of the National Trust, this imposing medieval castle enjoys extraordinary, panoramic views. Inside, the castle contains one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales. The celebrated gardens date back around 400 years with the striking Italianate  terraces a particular feature. During our visit there is also free entrance to the textile exhibition by internationally renowned artist, Kaffe Fassett. Wonderful day. Price included entrance. NT Member discount - £14. Should time allow we will also have a stop in the lovely little town of Newtown - an attractive town centre set against the backdrop of the beautiful Severn Valley.

DAY 3
Another lovely day today as we head south and the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park including passing the iconic Pen y Fan. Enjoy the stunning views and a stop in one of the towns for a lunch break before arriving at the award-winning Penderyn Distillery - the Welsh Whisky Company. We have included the excellent guided tour which has become so popular with our customers - perhaps that is due to the tasting after!  

DAY 4
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we head off for a beautiful scenic drive through the valleys down to the coast and the coastal town of Aberystwyth. Plenty of time here in the town to explore and enjoy the shops, grab something for lunch and stroll along the Victorian seafront. After lunch here we continue to see one of the highlights of the holiday. The Red Kite Feeding Centre at Gigrin Farm offers the breathtaking spectacle of these beautiful birds at feeding time! Really popular excursion which includes our own 'hides' and a cup of tea & slice of cake. Obviously, some walking required! Entrance included.

DAY 5
We head home with plenty more scenery on the way! Comfort stops as required including a main stop for lunch before returning to the local area around 5.00pm.

Meal plan - Dinner Bed & Breakfast

4* Metropole Hotel

This privately run luxury hotel enjoys an excellent reputation and is ideally located in the elegant town of Llandrindod Wells. A traditional Victorian hotel enjoying modern comforts with a lovely atmosphere - there are lounges where you can relax, enjoy a coffee or why not have a drink in the stylish wood panelled brasserie bar with brass fittings.

The award-winning restaurant is a highlight of the hotel - choice of menu for your evening dinner and a lovely Full ‘Welsh’ breakfast. All the hotel bedrooms are comfortably furnished with en-suite private bathrooms, Flatscreen TV, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities and WiFi. Passenger lift to all floors.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - SUPERB LEISURE CENTRE WITH 18M SWIMMING POOL