Castles, Borders and Ancient Wales

South east Wales and the Wye valley.

A rich introduction to Wales through its castles, abbeys and dramatic border landscapes.

Begin in Cardiff, Wales’ capital, before travelling east to Chepstow Castle, dramatically perched above the River Wye and one of the oldest surviving stone castles in Britain. From here, continue through the wooded beauty of the Wye valley to Tintern Abbey, whose romantic ruins have inspired poets and artists for centuries.

The journey can continue deeper into Welsh history at Raglan Castle, a grand late-medieval fortress with elegant Renaissance touches, before returning west through rolling countryside.

Ideal for history lovers, first-time visitors, and anyone wanting a gentle but powerful sense of Wales’ past.