Stay : 10 days to discover Wales
Ten days seems to us to be the ideal length of time for an in-depth discovery of the nooks and crannies of Wales. Between visits to museums, castles, walks and beaches, don't forget to visit the country's many pubs, cultural establishments in their own right that you'll find in every one of these towns, without exception.
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
10 days
Where to stay - Cardiff ?
The map of your stay - Royaume-Uni
Detail of the stay : 10 days to discover Wales - 10 days
Day 1: Cardiff
Steps: Cardiff, Aberystwyth
Visit the revitalised capital. Highlights include the famous Principality Stadium, the castle, the National Museum, Cardiff Bay, Techniquest, the National History Museum in St. Fagans, the Wales Millennium Centre and the Chapter Arts Centre. Meet in the evening in the lively Cardiff Bay area.
CARDIFF CASTLE / NATIONAL MUSEUM CARDIFF / TECHNIQUEST / ARTS CENTRE / WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE / PRINCIPALITY STADIUM - MILLENIUM STADIUM
Day 2: Cardiff
See Day 1.
Day 3: Wye Valley
Steps: Chepstow, Tintern, Monmouth, Newport
Picturesque green valleys dotted with charming unspoilt villages rich in historic sites. Visit Tredegar House, the walled town of Chepstow on the English border. Drive along Offa's Dyke to Tintern Abbey and then Monmouth.
Day 4: Brecon Beacons
Steps: Hay-On-Wye, Llanthony, Blaenavon
This National Park is a walker's paradise. The Big Pit of Blaenavon, Llanthony Priory, Hay Bluff, Hay-on-Wye and its millions of pounds, the small town of Crickhowell and its famous pub, the Bear Hotel are worth a visit.
Day 5: Elan Valley
Steps: Llangollen, Welshpool
Head to the centre where spectacular man-made lakes and pure nature will surprise you. Continue north to one of the country's most beautiful castles, Powis Castle, and Pontcysyllte, a World Heritage-listed aqueduct since 2009. Overnight in Llangollen.
Day 6: Conwy and Anglesey
Steps: Beaumaris, Menai Bridge, Llangollen, Conwy
A prominent castle: the view from its 22 towers and medieval ramparts makes Conwy a must-see. The green and wild island of Anglesey ("Mam Cymru" meaning "Mother of Wales") offers rolling landscapes, pleasant beaches, historical sites(Beaumaris Castle, Oriel Ynys Môn Museum, Plas Newydd, Bryn Celli Ddu) and delicious seafood.
Day 7: Snowdonia
Steps: Blaenau Ffestiniog, Caernarfon, Betws-Y-Coed
After visiting the sumptuous Caernarfon Castle, venture into the Snowdonia National Park around Mount Snowdon (1,085 metres) and ride the steam train. Betws-y-Coed and Blaenau Ffestiniog are well worth the trip.
CAERNARFON CASTLE
Day 8: Portmeirion
Steps: Aberdovey, Dolgellau, Harlech, Machynlleth
Facing the Irish Sea, this whimsical village is the dream of architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis and your first stop on your journey to discover southern Snowdonia. Pass through Harlech, Dolgellau on the side of Mount Cadair Idris (893m), Aberdovey and Machynlleth.
Day 9: Pembrokeshire
Steps: Cenarth, Cardigan, Aberystwyth, Newport
On your way to the Coastal National Park, stop off at the seaside resort ofAberystwyth. Recommended towns: Cardigan and Newport. Places not to miss: National Wool Museum, Pentre Ifan dolmen, St David's Cathedral.
NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM
Day 10: Carmarthenshire
Steps: Marloes
You will reach the beautiful beach of Marloes, then Pembroke, Tenby and finally the national botanical garden of this green region (nicknamed the "Garden of Wales").
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