Self-drive tour of Wales

Dive into the history of Chester with your own private walking guide. Walk the Roman city walls, visit the open-air amphitheater, and take a peaceful stroll along the River Dee. Spend your evening discovering hidden gems on The Rows — a series of timber walkways dating back to the 13th century, now lined with quirky shops, restaurants, and pubs.

Collect your rental car on the outskirts of Chester and head across the border into Wales. Take a stop in the picturesque town of Llangollen where you will canoe along the river and across Pontcysyllte Aqueduct for expansive views over the River Dee valley. Continue driving west through beautiful countryside to reach your country house hotel.

Spend the day driving the Ring of Iron route — a 170km (105 miles) circular route containing four ancient castles. Between visiting each castle, you'll drive along the rugged north Wales coast and through the captivating scenery of Snowdonia National Park.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscape of Snowdonia National Park — or Eryri, to use its Welsh name — on a scenic steam train ride from Caernarfon. Rattle along the tracks through the foothills of Yr Wyddfa (Mount Snowdon), past towering peaks and rushing rivers before reaching the coastal town of Porthmadog for a lunch stop. After some free time, climb back aboard to return to Caernarfon.

Leave the north behind and spend the day driving south toward Pembrokeshire. Arrive at your hotel in St Davids in the early evening and enjoy some relaxation time.

Spend the morning getting to know the city of St Davids — the smallest in the UK — by visiting the cathedral and exploring the local shops and cafés. In the afternoon, take to two wheels on a guided off-road e-bike tour and head deep into the Pembrokeshire countryside for breathtaking views of the Preseli Hills and surrounding coastline. Enjoy dinner at your hotel's award-winning restaurant.

Spend a leisurely day discovering more areas of the south coast. Visit the town of Pembroke, famous for its castle, and spend time in the seaside town of Tenby, lined with pastel-tone houses and ancient stone walls. After a day of exploration, head to your tranquil country manor hotel.

Head west toward the capital, Cardiff, visiting historic sites along the way, including Caerphilly Castle, Chepstow Castle, and Tintern Abbey. Arrive at your centrally located hotel close to an array of great bars and restaurants.

Enjoy a walking tour of Cardiff with your local private guide. Take in sites such as Cardiff Castle and Bute Park as well as Principality Stadium — the home of Welsh rugby and a landmark of the city.

Meet your private driver in the hotel lobby to take you to the airport.