One of our most popular weekends, we visit Chepstow Castle, Cardiff, Hay on Wye and spend an afternoon horse riding in the beautiful Black Mountains.
SATURDAY
We depart London at 07.00 and make our way out to Wales. Our first excursion is to the border town of Chepstow. Here you can visit the impressive castle that has guarded the Welsh border for centuries. Then we make our way to Cardiff, the capital of Wales, where you will have time to visit the major sights and attractions. Whilst in Cardiff you can visit the Castle on a guided tour and explore the local shops. Another great attraction is the Millennium Stadium, enjoy a guided tour that will take you behind the scenes of this state of the art stadium.
Late afternoon we make our way to the hotel with time to relax and enjoy a swim before sitting down to a three-course dinner. After dinner you can relax and enjoy a drink at the hotel bar or venture out for the evening.
SUNDAY
We travel inland via the Brecon Beacon region to the village of Hay on Wye famous for the number of bookshops. Here you will have time to relax, enjoy lunch and explore the village shops.
Early afternoon we will make our way to the riding stables where you will be introduced to your guide and horse. You will be split into groups, issued with a riding hat and given basic instructions before setting off into the Black Mountains on your trek. The riding is suitable for people who have no or little experience as you are under supervision at all times.
We start our homeward journey late afternoon aiming to be back in London no later than 21.00
INCLUDES
- Return Coach Travel
- Three Star Hotel Accommodation
- Twin, Double or Triple Room - All En-suite
- Three Course Dinner on Saturday Night
- Full Welsh Breakfast on Sunday
- An Afternoon Horse Riding in The Black Mountains (approx 2.5 hours)
- Excursion to Hay-on-Wye
- Excursion to Cardiff - Capital of Wales
- Excursion to Chepstow
What to bring: Please ensure you have suitable warm clothing and footwear for horse riding. Clients MUST WEAR shoes or boots with a low heel that cannot slip through the stirrups. NO TRAINERS will be permitted. You should also have a waterproof jacket with you and a change of clothes. Hard hats and vests are provided. As some of the hotels have a swimming pool and sauna you are advised to bring your swimming gear (hotels may make a small charge). If planning to go out at night remember many clubs and pubs operate a dress code.
Accommodation: Our groups are based in 3 star hotels in both Cardiff or Swansea some have swimming pools, sauna, gym & spa (some hotels do make a small charge for use). All rooms are twin, double or triple with ensuite bathrooms, colour TV, hair dryer and complementary tea and coffee. We do not operate a single supplement, those travelling on their own will be allocated a twin/triple share room (with other single travellers of same sex). We will do our utmost to accommodate you in your preferred request but this is not always possible.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
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Age Restrictions: Riding is only available to those aged between 12yrs and 60yrs.
Itinerary Changes: Please note that the published itinerary may operate in reverse. Some tours will go horse riding on Saturday and visit Chepstow and Cardiff on Sunday or visa versa.
Please note: If you weigh over 100kg (16 stone) please check with us before booking. You do not require any experience or fitness qualifications to take part. This activity is not suitable if you are allergic to horses!
Trip Dates
Entrance Fees
Cardiff
Wales
Booking Conditions for Tracks Travel not Tracks Worldwide
All our trips* depart from Bressenden Place, which is a few minutes walk from Victoria Underground Station. All day trips depart at 9am unless otherwise stated and aim to return back to London for 7pm. The MegaDay tours depart at 08.00 and aims to be back for 8pm, as does the Cardiff day trip.
*Times and departure points for our Weekday Tours are still a few minutes walk from Victoria underground but they DO NOT depart from Bressenden Place at 9am. You will get directions in your email confirmation.
*Weekend departure times vary and it is your responsibility to check the departure time for your trip, which is published on our website. Tracks cannot be held responsible for missed departures due to late arrival.
Online Discounts:
These only apply to tours booked and paid for online, they are not available over the telephone or by any other means of payment. They are for a limited period and limited number of seats. The offer can be withdrawn at any time.
To take up the offer you must always write the discounted price on the booking form. Failure to do so will result in full payment being taken.
Double Booking Special:
Our double booking special offer will save you £2 on the price of your second day trip. To take advantage of the offer, you need only complete one booking form. In the comments box at the bottom of the page you need to provide details of the second day trip you wish to book. Discount only applies when ONE PERSON is travelling on TWO DIFFERENT departures, NOT to two people travelling on the same departure.
General Booking Conditions:
All Day Trips: Once booked and paid for are non refundable nor transferable under any circumstances.
Weekend and Short Breaks: 50% cancellation charges if cancelled before 14 days of travel, if cancelled less than 14 days 100% cancellation charges. Transfers on weekend tours can be made up to 14 days prior to departure, subject to availability. A transfer fee of £20 per person will be charged.
Tracks cannot refund or rebook you if you miss your tour or services as a result of delays on other transport services such as traffic, underground, buses and/or railways.
Tracks cannot be held responsible for any costs, incurred due to the late arrival or departure of the coach.
Those booked on our weekend and short break tours are required to have travel insurance to cover them throughout the tour.
We reserve the right to alter the itineraries as required. On the rare occasion when we have insufficient numbers we reserve the right to withdraw the tour. All clients will be notified in advance and offered an alternative tour or full refund.
Those travelling on tours outside the United Kingdom are required to travel with their passports and any necessary visa. The issue of a travel visa is the sole responsibility of the client.
Please note entrance fees are subject to change at any time and are a guide price only.
Complaints
Should you have a complaint during the tour, contact your tour manager and they will do their best to rectify your problem. If we cannot resolve your complaint at the time, you should make your complaint in writing and send it to us at Tracks Travel Limited, The Flots, Brookland, Romney Marsh, Kent, TN29 9TG, within 21 days of the end of the tour. We will be unable to deal with any complaints unless we receive details in writing in that time period.
