Day Tour
Tour type
8 hours
Duration
Tuesday & Friday
Availability

Our sightseeing day tour of Swansea and the Gower begins in the city of Swansea with discovering more about Wales’ most famous poet, at the Dylan Thomas Centre. We then visit the quaint village of Mumbles, with its lighthouse, railway, and Lovespoon Gallery. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Gower coast, with an optional coastal walk from Langland Bay to Caswell Bay, as we head towards the magnificent Rhossili Bay and Worm’s Head.

DEPARTURE DAY Tuesday & Friday
DEPARTURE TIME 09:30
DEPARTURE POINT
The front of Eglwys Dewi Sant,    View on map
St Andrew’s Crescent, Cardiff, CF10 3DD
PRICE  (per person)
£98.00
INCLUDED
Transport
Driver guide
NOT INCLUDED
Refreshments Gratuities
Admissions
RETURN TIME 17:30 – 18:00 dependent on traffic conditions.

This sightseeing day tour is perfect for anyone who wants to admire amazing coastal scenery and learn about the history of Welsh poetry and traditions.
 

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1

Depart from Cardiff

Our departure point is conveniently located in the centre of Cardiff, on St Andrew’s Crescent and is easily reached by train, car or on foot.
2

Dylan Thomas Centre

The Dylan Thomas Centre is dedicated to Wales’ most famous poet and is home to the permanent exhibition, ‘Love the Words’. Here you can learn more about the life and works of this famous Welshman, who after Shakespeare is the most quoted writer in the English language. You can also hear some of the world’s most famous voices (including King Charles) reading lines from Dylan Thomas’ works.

* Please note, the tour does not stop here on Tuesday as unfortunately the exhibition centre is closed. This stop is completely excluded between the months of November and March.

3

Mumbles Village

The quaint village of Mumbles (also known as Oystermouth) is known as the ‘Gateway to the Gower’ and marks the beginning of the Gower Peninsula’s coastline. It is steeped in history and tradition. Mumbles railway is famous as the place where the world’s first passenger railway journey took place in 1807, as well as traditional Welsh gifts at the Lovespoon Gallery.
4

Langland & Caswell Bay

Ever popular, the coastal walk from Langland Bay to the glorious sandy beach of Caswell Bay is a real ‘must see’. With stunning views of amazing coastal scenery, this path offers the chance to spot wildlife such as rare birds, grey seals, lizards and even adders or a basking shark! The rock formations in the cliffs here are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
5

Rhossili & Worm's Head

Voted number one in Rough Guides ‘Most Beautiful Beaches in Wales’ 2022, Rhossili Bay encompasses one of the Gower’s most famous landmarks, Worm’s Head. This one of the most beautiful places in the UK and the views are beyond compare.
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Return to Cardiff

We return to central Cardiff, leaving you free to enjoy your evening in Wales’ capital city.
aerial photo worms head the gower swansea
outside dylan thomas centre swansea
dylan thomas love the words exhibition swansea
dylan thomas love the words exhibition swansea 1
dylan thomas statue maritime quarter swansea
mumbles pier from above
mumbles pier from beach
man walking on wales coast path towards rhosilli
worms head from cliff banks

Tour Reviews

5.00 based on 3 reviews
14 April 2017

I really liked how this trip was split between the history of Wales and the natural beauty of the country. Our guide was so friendly and helpful.

6 September 2016

We had a wonderful trip with a knowledgeable guide… we had free time to walk part of the peninsula and enjoy the surroundings. This company were very professional. I would highly recommend them.

5 September 2016

We were all very impressed with how much we packed into the day… excellent value for money. The company were very accommodating and easy to deal with.

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