Begin your tour with a pickup from your central Cardiff accommodation. As you travel westward in comfort, your guide will explain not only the sites you can see from the vehicle (including the town that was home to three of the finest Welsh actors ever produced), but also local sites as you drive through the cities of Cardiff and Swansea.
Known for its beauty, diversity, and vibrant wildlife, the Gower Peninsula is also known as the Gower National Landscape (the first protected landscape in Britain). These stunning landscapes inspired poets and have lured tourists from far and wide to this area for generations. The area's stunning sandy beaches, traditional small fields, open common, and wooded glades make it feel as though you are being transported back to a simpler, less complicated time. In good weather, you can take some time to walk a section of Llwybr Arfordir Cymru/The Wales Coast Path where you can relax, take in the expansive views, and get close to nature.
Start in the charming seaside village of Mumbles, with its colourful promenade, historic pier, and sweeping views across Swansea Bay. Here you can stop for a coffee or an ice cream in a local institution and soak up the relaxed coastal atmosphere before heading further along the peninsula.
Next, you’ll discover Caswell Bay, a sheltered, family-friendly beach backed by wooded cliffs. This picturesque village is a perfect place to take a photo, and to take a stroll along the sand or simply pause to enjoy the sea air. Weather permitting, it is from here you can take the 20-30 minute walk along the Llwybr Arfordir Cymru/The Wales Coast Path and hear about the infamous smuggling gangs who operated in this area during the 18th century. Of course, if you’re looking for the more relaxing option you can sit back in the V-Class Mercedes as we drive to our next location.
After exploring Caswell Bay, you’ll stop for a bite to eat at a local pub, which is known for its excellent food and drink. Here you can enjoy local seafood, as well as locally produced beers and ciders. Soft drinks, Tea and Coffee are also available.
Finally, visit Rhossili Bay, consistently ranked among the world’s best beaches with one British newspaper calling it ‘The supermodel of British beaches’. The three miles of sandy shore have been a sought-after visitor attraction for generations, and the views of the famous Worm’s Head are a must-see for any visitor. If you’re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of Dolphins and Seals playing in the surf here. If you’re here at low tide, you might even see the skeletal remains of a Norwegian shipwreck whose tragic tale will be revealed to you by your guide.
On the way back to Cardiff, you’ll travel through the heart of Gower National Landscape. As you travel back to Cardiff, you’ll view the unforgettable landscapes of fine farmers’ fields, open common used for grazing sheep and horses, and wooded valleys.
