Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

4.9
(24 reviews)
Cardiff, Wales

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Stop by the town of Merthyr Tydfil to take photos at Cyfarthfa Castle, located in a picturesque park.

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.

Marvel at Caerphilly Castle, the largest in Wales and a UNESCO World Heritage site OR at Castell Coch, the Welsh fairy tale castle.
(The tour does not include entrance to the castles; you will only be able to walk around the exterior of the castles).

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.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
If your party includes more than 4 people, please contact us directly to check availability.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
City United Reformed Church

Kindly arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Our driver, who will be in a white van, will meet you by the church.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cyfarthfa Castle

    Continue to the town of Merthyr Tydfil to take some photos at Cyfarthfa Castle, located in a picturesque park. During the journey, learn about the Industrial Revolution period in Wales.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Henrhyd Falls

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Defynnog Church

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Brecon Basin Canals

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Brecon Beacons National Park

    Visit the Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and enjoy a pleasant stroll surrounded by beautiful hills and stunning mountains.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Caerphilly Castle

    Marvel at Caerphilly Castle, the largest in Wales and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a stroll around this magnificent fortress, or relax with an ice cream in the town.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • 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.
  • Marvel at Caerphilly Castle or Castell Coch. Our guide will decide where to stop based on the timing.
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