Wales and the Welsh Borders
September 9 - 18, 2026 | Maximum Group Size: 20 Participants | Availability: Open
Castle ruins, medieval streets, and a rich Celtic heritage bring the charm of Wales to life, set against a backdrop of rolling green hills and dramatic sea cliffs. This is a land where history and modernity converge—the Romans mined gold, the Tudors forged a dynasty, and the Normans left behind castles that still crown the countryside. Wales’ Celtic spirit endures, celebrated in its timeless literature and art.
Discover the grandeur of Caernarfon Castle, the tranquility of St. David’s Peninsula, and the stories that shape this captivating land. Wander through market towns like Ludlow, explore Hay-on-Wye with its treasure trove of bookshops, and marvel at the pastel-colored charm of Portmeirion, created by visionary architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis.
Take in Snowdonia’s breathtaking peaks and the lush Wye Valley, where ancient woodlands and wildlife surround the romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey.
Join European Discoveries for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Wales, celebrating its poets, storytellers, and the enduring magic of this extraordinary Celtic kingdom.
Tour at a Glance:
Sept 9 – Depart U.S. for Manchester
Sept 10 – Arrive in Manchester · Transfer to Conwy · Visit Conwy Castle · Welcome dinner
Sept 11 – Explore Snowdonia National Park · Portmeirion · Caernarfon Castle
Sept 12 – Harlech Castle · Aberystwyth · National Library of Wales · Travel to Gwbert
Sept 13 – Ramsey Island boat ride · St. David’s Cathedral · Dylan Thomas’s boathouse · Travel to Swansea
Sept 14 – Dylan Thomas sites in Swansea · Mumbles · Rhossili Bay
Sept 15 – Travel to Cardiff · National Museum of Wales · Penderyn Distillery tour · Arrive in Hay-on-Wye
Sept 16 – Wye Valley · Tintern Abbey · Chepstow Castle · Raglan Castle
Sept 17 – Ludlow visit · Castle & town walk · Farewell dinner in Alderley Edge
Sept 18 – Transfer to Manchester Airport · Return flights to U.S.
*Once you have submitted the above registration form with your digital signature, a European Discoveries staff member will be in contact as soon as possible to process your deposit and welcome you to the tour.