Compare Christmas in Cardiff by Titan Travel vs Sunsets & Southern Charms by Tours of Distinction
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Duration | 5 days | 5 days |
Price From | $ 1,074 | $ 1,579 |
Price Per Day | $ 215 | $ 316 |
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Trip Style | Group tour | Group tour |
Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners |
Description | Enjoy a Christmas break in Wales’ ancient capital, where days spent visiting the fascinating Royal Mint and touring Cardiff’s sights are completed with delicious meals at our Victorian hotel. Staying right in the centre of Cardiff, you are surrounded by historical attractions and festivities that are bound to get you into the spirit of Christmas. |
Experience the charms of the South by horse and carriage, tour the only tea plantation in North America, see pristine Antebellum Mansions up close, shop in markets that date to 1700s… and dine on unforgettable Low Country cuisine…these are all the ingredients for an unforgettable trip! |
Day 2 Christmas Eve - The Royal Mint Experience.
After breakfast we visit The Royal Mint for a guided tour behind the scenes of the world’s leading export mint. Learn how our coins, and those of over 50 other countries, are designed and struck in the factory, 24-hours a day. Discover how the Royal Mint has evolved over the last 1,100 years and how the designs of our ‘small change’ provides a glimpse into the history of our country, and others. We take a light lunch here, before returning to the hotel early this afternoon. Maybe take a stroll around the Welsh capital for some last-minute shopping, or the hotel is ideally located to visit Cardiff Castle. This attractive heritage site began as a Roman fort, and was passed through the hands of many noble families, going through several revivals before John Bute, reputedly the world’s richest man in the 1860s, commissioned the lavish transformation you can see today. This evening, further entertainment will be offered after dinner. For those wishing to attend Midnight Mass tonight, there are several churches within walking distance of our hotel, and mulled wine and mince pies will be served on your return.
Day 3 Christmas
Day - Cardiff
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your leisure this morning, with plenty of time to relax or attend a church service before a traditional Christmas lunch is served with all the trimmings and festive cheer. After the Queen’s Speech, tea and Christmas cake will be offered and then later this evening, a buffet will ensure you don’t go hungry. Light entertainment will complete Christmas
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Day 4 Boxing
Day - Cardiff
This morning we board a coach for a guided orientation tour of Cardiff as we take in the sights. With a history spanning over two millennia, you can see the diverse range of influences which turned the Roman settlement into a successful industrial city and the thriving capital it is today. Cardiff Bay is a particularly recent success story, with a stylish regeneration that includes the bold National Assembly building, a symbol of a turning point in Welsh politics. We return to our hotel, where a light lunch is available. With the rest of the day at leisure, maybe continue the Christmas spirit with a visit to Winter Wonderland, where the Alpine Village serves delicious treats such as German sausages, crepes and Glühwein. A dinner and dance is planned at the hotel this evening, with a smart dress code.
Day 5 Cardiff
This morning we have time for breakfast, before bidding farewell. You will be collected at 10am by your Titan vehicle, for the journey home.
Day 1 - Arrive Charleston, SC
Today, depart on a journey south to enjoy a taste of southern hospitality. See the beautiful architecture and history that Charleston and Savannah are known for, and take in some beautiful southern sunsets! Transfer to the airport for your flight to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Upon arrival in Charleston, we check into our hotel for the next two nights, the Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant. Tonight, dinner is included at Hyman’s Seafood Restaurant. (D)
Day 2 - Charleston
Today, after breakfast at the hotel, we embark on a guided tour of Charleston, one of the most beautiful and historic cities in the south. Admire the beautiful architecture of the historic buildings and colorful houses throughout the city. The tour will conclude at the Charleston City Market to enjoy some free time and lunch on own. This afternoon, we will travel to Wadmalaw Island, where we enjoy a guided tour at the beautiful Charleston Tea Plantation, then we make a stop at the Deep Water Vineyard. While here, we enjoy a wine tasting of 9 different wines. After, it’s back to Charleston, where we will board The Spirit of Carolina for a dinner cruise! (B, D)
Day 3 - Savannah, GA
After breakfast, we’re off and out again, making our way to Beaufort, SC! Historic Beaufort, was founded in 1711, and stands strong as a living landmark, handcrafted from the storied history of the south. We will enjoy a horse drawn carriage tour of Beaufort, have time for lunch and to do some shopping before resuming our journey south to Savannah, GA. We check into the Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, before dinner at Belford’s Seafood & Steak. (B, D)
Day 4 - Savannah
This morning, we meet our guide following breakfast for a full day of touring. Our travels include a visit to the Andrew Low House, former home of Juliette Magill Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts of America, and Andrew Low himself. This afternoon, we stop at the Savannah City Market for lunch, on own, before our tour to the Atlantic Low Country and Tybee Island. This evening’s dinner is included at the Crab Shack on Tybee Island, followed by a relaxing sunset dolphin cruise. What a way to complete this wonderful tour!
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Day 5 - Depart Savannah
Breakfast is included this morning, before we start making our way home and say our farewells to Georgia & South Carolina. We will be dropped off by our motor-coach at the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport for the flight home. (B)