Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour
Overview
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8 hours
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Step into the heart of Wales on our Welsh Castles, Mountains and Steam Railway day tour — a carefully curated journey through some of Wales’ most striking landscapes and historic landmarks.
Departing from Cardiff, this tour travels into South and Mid Wales, passing the iconic Cardiff Castle before exploring the impressive Caerphilly Castle, one of the largest and best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe.
From here, the journey continues into the open countryside, with a nostalgic steam train ride on the Brecon Mountain Railway winding through the stunning scenery of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.
Enjoy free time in the historic market town of Brecon, beautifully set on the River Usk. Take a peaceful walk along the canal, visit the atmospheric cathedral, or relax over lunch in one of the town’s cafés.
The day concludes with a visit to Cyfarthfa Castle, a grand 19th-century mansion that tells the story of Wales’ industrial heritage and the ironmasters who helped shape Wales.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cardiff Castle
We start our journey with a view of Cardiff’s most iconic landmark. Steeped in over 2,000 years of history, Cardiff Castle is a striking fusion of Roman foundations and medieval architecture, all within the heart of the city.
Caerphilly Castle
Discover the grandeur of Wales’ largest fortress, Caerphilly Castle, surrounded by beautiful lakes and boasting the famous leaning tower. Here, you'll have time to explore its rich history and enjoy lunch amid this breathtaking medieval setting.
What‘s Included
Transport
Driver and Guide
Brecon Mountain Railway fare
Refreshments
Gratuities
Caerphilly Castle entry
Cyfarthfa Castle entry
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Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous castle tour
Donna G,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful places to visit and great driver and guide! The variety of castles was good and Wales history was very informative
Amazing castles
Sergey Z,,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful tour. We learned a lot about Welsh history and had a chance to admire nature in the National Park. Our guide Chris was very knowledgable and informative. We would highly recommend this tour to everybody.
Nice Castle Tour
Eylmer B,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice tour with good itinerary. The Caerphilly Castle is the highlight of this tour. Very informative.
Our tour guide Chris was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He made the trip fun while learning about Wales.
Jon A,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip took us around the beautiful countryside and visited wonderful castles. I even got a chance to see a museum too.
Good tour of Cardiff
Marilyn L,,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Very nice tour of the Cardiff area, enjoyed Caerphilly most of all. Castle Coch was surrounded by scaffolding and we were told we’d get to see a fourth castle to make up for it, but that didn’t happen. Still, a lovely day and a great chance to see areas around Cardiff. Our tour guide was informative, and the time spent at each location was good.
Just do the tour - a must
Z8361JKpatrickg,,Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just do the tour with a company or on your own. Great Castles. Cant be bothered to write more, just go onto Tripadvisor for more info
Beauty and tradition
cgbuford,,Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a small group, which was nice. The guides and driver were excellent. Learned about some Welsh history and traditions. Beautiful countryside, especially the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Nice Trip!
zb7sj8qfdj,,Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I sat back and relaxed during the trip. Enjoyed the day with very professional history telling and guidance. Thank you!
Great 1-day tour
Laurie D,,Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved this tour. Caerphilly and Brecon Beacons were my favorite stops. The guide was great and professional.
Fantastic experience in Wales
patrykf550,,Feb 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve just got back from a tour of South Wales with this company, and wow, it was amazing! The whole tour was well organised which made everything smooth and easy. I saw some cool historical spots, including Tintern Abbey, and the views were out of this world – think postcard-worthy scenery at every turn. The driver guide was a legend – so warm and welcoming and knew loads about where we went, filling the day stories that made each place come alive. It felt more like a day out with friends than a sightseeing tour. Thanks for such a fantastic day!
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