Self led itineraries

Explore Wales your own way. Find a self-guided trip to suit your schedule - from inspirational driving routes to heritage and walking holidays.

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Castle next to the sea.

Discover The Wales Way routes

Explore a family of routes around Wales and get to know our heartlands, mountains and coast.

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Two people cycling alongside the river

Taff Trail heritage and greenery

Explore this route, taking in industrial heritage, pretty, green open spaces, castles and canals.

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ten individuals going cold water swimming wearing swimsuits and swim caps. Seen from behind, they are stood in the shallow waves of the sea. One person is holding their hands above their head, others have their hands in the air.

In the swim

Discover sandy beaches, rocky coves and mountain lake locations suitable for wild swimming.

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Signpost on coastal path looking over water.

10 short Wales Coast Path walks through history

Ten walks along the Wales Coast Path taking in castles and places of Welsh history and heritage.

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Film crew filming in woodland

Discover the must-see TV and film locations in Wales

Discover some of the places in Wales that have featured on the big and small screen.

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Family on beach at Beaumaris with pier in background.

Four days with the family in North Wales

This four day action-packed itinerary in North Wales is perfect for all the family.

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Image of Velothon Wales competitors cycling passed Caerphilly Castle

Places to visit along The Celtic Trail

Sustrans have picked their favourite attractions to visit along the Celtic Trail cycle route in Wales.

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Coasteering group jumping off rocks into sea.

Active in Pembrokeshire

Discover great adventures to be had in Britain’s only Coastal National Park.

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Town hall with statue and Christmas trees.

Cowbridge highlights

Discover the highlights of Cowbridge, a pretty Welsh town in South Wales, with local expert Amy Pay.

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Two mountain bikers on a downhill trail through woodland.

Must-ride Welsh mtb routes for experienced riders

There's a great selection of intermediate mountain bike routes in Wales. These are some of the best.

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Sheep in a field with rolling hills behind.

Journeys through Welsh literary landscapes

Discover the famous Welsh poets and writers who have been inspired by Wales’ language and landscapes.

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Worm's Head at sunset Rhossili.

10 of the most glorious coastal views

Be inspired by wonderful coastal scenery, with solitary lighthouses, pretty harbours and dramatic cliffs.

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Two spaniels at the waterfalls.

Dog-friendly North Wales

Steph and the Spaniels share their favourite pet-friendly places to visit in North Wales.

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