Silversea Luxury Cruises À CARDIFF

Explore the unique history, culture and architecture of Cardiff during this scenic and informative, half-day excursion to the Welsh capital.

Cardiff City Tour

Depart the pier for the panoramic, 1.5-hour orientation drive through the city of Cardiff. En route, your guide points out some of the most renowned areas of the city and more recently developed Cardiff Bay. Highlights include the National Museum Wales, City Hall, Millennium Stadium, Wales Millennium Centre, Y Senedd, the Parliament building for the National Assembly for Wales, Llandaff Cathedral, Seat of the Bishop, and the Archbishop of Wales, a place of worship since 570 A.D.

Cardiff Castle

Next, proceed to the heart of the capital for a guided tour of Cardiff Castle. Upon arrival, learn about the storied, 2,000-year history of this truly remarkable site through an audio-visual presentation. Afterward, take a guided tour of the lavish and opulent castle interiors, see splendid views of the city from the rooftop terrace, and walk the battlements or visit the Norman Keep. At the conclusion of your tour, refreshments are served before re-boarding your coach for the approximately 30-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, many steps and spiral staircases within the castle, about 50 steep stone steps at the entrance to the Norman Keep, and many steps and spiral staircases inside it to reach the viewing platform at the top. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and raingear from the ship.Tour order and content may vary due to traffic in the capital which can cause delays.

Explore the history of coal mining in South Wales from a unique perspective during this memorable, half-day excursion to the Rhondda Heritage Park.

Rhondda Heritage Park

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the Rhondda Heritage Park. The park is an anchor point of the European Route of Industrial Heritage (ERIH), which is based at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery in Trehafod. One of the top heritage and cultural visitor attractions in South Wales, it provides an informative insight into the cultural history of the area.

Walking Tour and Bertie Winding House

Upon arrival, proceed to the Visitor's Centre and meet an ex-miner, who escorts you on a guided tour of the Pit Head buildings and Bertie Winding House. Here, a multimedia exhibition takes you back in time to the start of mining in the Rhondda Valley, and teaches you about the history of Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Tynewydd mining disaster and important figures in South Wales' coal-mining history.

Lamp Room and Underground Tour

Next, head to the Lamp Room for your safety instructions, then don your mining helmet, enter the 'cage' and descend to the 'pit-bottom' to experience the life of a coal miner. Touch the machinery, hear the detonation of explosives, and smell and even taste the changing atmospheric conditions and humidity of life underground. Your tour concludes with some free time at your leisure before re-boarding your coach for the approximately 45-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and including underground exploration, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is recommended for guests in good physical condition, and is not suitable for guests with claustrophobia, guests with poor eyesight, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and raingear from the ship.

Embrace the pristine natural beauty of Cardiff during this picturesque, half-day excursion to the expansive Dyffryn Gardens.

Dyffryn Gardens

Depart the pier for the approximately 30-minute drive to the delightful Dyffryn Gardens. Nestled over 55 acres in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan countryside, Dyffryn Gardens is an exceptional example of Edwardian garden design. This outstanding, Grade 1 registered garden is highlighted by a stunning collection of formal lawns, intimate garden rooms, seasonal bedding, a statuary collection, and an extensive Arboretum featuring trees from all over the world.

Guided Tour

Upon arrival, discover that Dyffryn is not just one garden, but a series of gardens consisting of a number of outdoor rooms. Each room is enclosed within clipped yew hedges and has its own distinct character. Partially-funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the gardens and glasshouse are currently being restored to the setting that noted landscape architect Thomas Mawson designed for John Cory in 1906. Following your visit, re-board your coach for the approximately 30-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. One wheelchair is available for hire if required (subject to availability). Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and raingear from the ship

Discover the ancient beauty of the first spa resort in England during this memorable, full-day excursion to the historic city of Bath.

Bath

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the historic city of Bath. Nestled amidst the rolling green hills of the Avon Valley, this beautiful and compact city was transformed into England's first spa resort, then regained fame as a spa town in the 18th century.

City Walking Tour and Bath Abbey

Upon arrival, take a panoramic drive through the city, passing by the charming, 18th-century Pulteney Bridge and honey-coloured Georgian houses that form an elegant backdrop to city life. After a refreshment stop, take a guided walking tour through the heart of the city. Pass by museums, cafes and enticing shops en route to the Bath Abbey, a site of Christian worship since 676 A.D. Following a brief visit, proceed on-foot to the nearby Roman Baths.

Roman Baths

Upon arrival at the Roman Baths, take a self-guided tour assisted by individual audio equipment. Along the way, see the main parts of the complex, including the Great Bath. This lead-lined bath has steps, column bases and paving stones around the edge dating from Roman times, with water flowing from a hot spring into the corner of the bath. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach for the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to Cardiff.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and raingear from the ship.

Indulge your senses with the verdant beauty of southern Britain during this scenic, half-day excursion through the Wye Valley, and a visit to the Tintern Abbey.

Wye Valley Drive

Depart for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Tintern Abbey. Along the way, pass through the town of Chepstow before entering the Wye Valley, one of the most dramatic and scenic locales in southern Britain. This world-renowned protected landscape, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, straddles the English and Welsh borders, and is home to a picturesque, 44-mile (about 72-kilometre) stretch of the River Wye.

Tintern Abbey and Afternoon Tea

Upon arrival in Tintern, proceed for a brief stop and afternoon tea at the Tintern Abbey. Founded on 9 May 1131, the Cistercian abbey of Tintern is one of the greatest monastic ruins of Wales and the country's first Cistercian foundation.

Monmouth Town and Forest of Dean

Next, re-board your coach for the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier. En route, pass through the ancient market town of Monmouth before continuing to Ross-on-Wye and returning via the Forest of Dean. The Royal Forest occupies a 204-square-mile (about 528-square-kilometre) area in the western part of Gloucestershire, and includes 20 million oak, beech, ash, birch, and holly trees. In 1939, it became the first park in England to be designated as a National Forest. Your tour concludes back at the ship in Cardiff.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and raingear from the ship. The tour sequence may vary.

Explore Cardiff at your leisure during your full-day (8 Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Cardiff at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Cardiff at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guides are English-speaking. Participation is limited to 4-6 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Cardiff at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 4-6 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this program. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.