Self led itineraries

Explore Wales your own way. Find a self-guided trip to suit your schedule - from inspirational driving routes to heritage and walking holidays.

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Castle next to the sea.

Discover The Wales Way routes

Explore a family of routes around Wales and get to know our heartlands, mountains and coast.

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Looking across water to Castell Conwy, with boats in the harbour.

Exploring the castles of North Wales

Discover some of the most magnificent castles in North Wales.

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Landscaped gardens featuring colourful trees, bushes and manicured lawns.

Discover glorious gardens to visit in Mid Wales

Find out where to visit unique and wonderful landscaped gardens across Mid Wales.

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Exterior of a stone built gaol building.

Museums in North Wales

Enjoy a great day out discovering the history of North Wales at our fascinating museums.

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Ancient burial chamber perched on the coastline surrounded by the sea

Exploring North Wales' historic sites

Discover the rich historic sites of North Wales.

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building with a giant mural of actor Richard Burton.

Celebrating Richard Burton in Neath Port Talbot

Discover walking trails and centenary events celebrating the iconic Welsh actor Richard Burton.

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A steam train on a rack and pinion railway heading up a steep mountainside.

Discover railways in North Wales

Discover the railway based days out you can enjoy in North Wales.

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Two people pose happily with arms outstretched in front of a stone wall. A historic cathedral is visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Weekend bliss in West Wales

Join @ElliottNMatt for a weekend in West Wales, exploring the landscapes and mouthwatering local delights.

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grŵp o fenywod yn yfed wrth fwrdd y tu allan gyda chi wrth eu traed a golygfeydd o Fenai.

A get-together with your ‘girl-gang’

‘Girl-gang’ breaks are growing in popularity, and Wales is the perfect place to indulge in friendship therapy.

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pond with water fountains, man with baby carried on his back and dog on lead with great glasshouse in background.

Carmarthenshire: The 'Garden of Wales' for pet lovers

Explore Carmarthenshire, 'The Garden of Wales,' a pet-friendly paradise for your next getaway!

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aerial view of Bute Park.

Wonderful walks in and around Cardiff

Explore Cardiff on foot with a city sightseeing tour, on nearby coastal paths or along forest trails.

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An aerial shot of the cliffs, sea and golden beach.

Walk this way around Swansea Bay

Discover why Swansea's coastline and rich heritage make it a fascinating place to explore on foot.

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Dog sat on a bed in luxury hotel bedroom.

Four days in North Wales with a four-legged friend

Plan a dog-friendly holiday in North Wales with our four-day trip itinerary for Betws-y-Coed.

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