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Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour

By EXPLORE WALES TOURS
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Overview

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.

Continue to the town of Merthyr Tydfil to tour Cyfarthfa Castle, located in a picturesque park (optional activity, entry free not included).

Next 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.

End your day at Castell Coch, a fairy-tale castle nestled in the woods.

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.

Activity location

  • Henrhyd Falls
    • Dol Henrhyd
    • SA10 9PH, Coelbren, Wales, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • City United Reformed Church
    • Plas Windsor
    • CF10 3BZ, Cardiff, Cymru, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transportation
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission fee Cyfarthfa Castle

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Throughout January, we will stop only at Caerphilly Castle as Castell Coch is closed during this time of year.
  • Please note that you will have the opportunity and time to visit Cyfartha Castle (entrance fee: £2.50). The entrances to Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch are not activities included in this day tour. We will stop by these castles, giving you time to take beautiful photos, enjoy a leisurely walk around both castles, or browse the many local shops in the town.

Activity itinerary

Henrhyd Falls
  • 1h
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.
Defynnog Church
  • 15m
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.
Brecon Basin Canals
  • 40m
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.
Cyfarthfa Castle
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Continue to the town of Merthyr Tydfil to tour Cyfarthfa Castle, located in a picturesque park. During the journey, learn about the Industrial Revolution period in Wales.
Caerphilly Castle
  • 40m
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.
Castell Coch
  • 20m
Castell Coch, a fairy-tale castle nestled in the woods. Take a walk around this beautifully preserved building, discover the fascinating history behind it.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESHenrhyd Falls
    • Dol Henrhyd
    • SA10 9PH, Coelbren, Wales, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECity United Reformed Church
    • Plas Windsor
    • CF10 3BZ, Cardiff, Cymru, United Kingdom

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