Three Cliffs Bay with sandy beach, grassy hills, and blue ocean under a clear sky.
Wide sandy beach with calm waves, grassy hills, and a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Group of people waving and posing on a rocky beach near a natural rock arch with ocean in the background.
Group of hikers walking along a dirt trail through a green wooded forest.
A scenic view of a sandy beach with clear blue ocean waves, green grassy cliffs, and hills in the background.
Three hikers walking along a coastal trail beside green bushes and rocky shoreline, with the ocean and a cloudy sky in the background.
Group of people sitting and standing on grassy hill near coastline, with rocky shore and ocean in background.
A coastal scene showing a grassy cliff edge overlooking rocky shoreline and the ocean with clouds in the sky.

Weekends & Short Breaks

Gower Coast Midweek Guided Walking Holiday

Discover the stunning Gower Peninsula on this relaxed 3-night car-free walking holiday, staying right on Swansea's vibrant waterfront. With all transport included and leisurely coastal walks, this is the perfect way to explore Wales' first National Landscape without any of the usual travel hassles.

Experience Type: Multi-Day Experience
Duration: 3 nights
Accommodation: Hotel
Transport: Car-free Experiences
Group Size: 8
Level: Leisurely
Age: 18+
Dogs: No dogs, except trained assistance dogs

 

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Explore Wales' Most Beautiful Coastline

The Gower Peninsula offers some of Britain's most spectacular coastal walking, from dramatic limestone cliffs and golden sandy beaches to ancient castles and traditional Welsh villages. This midweek walking holiday combines the very best Gower coast walks with seafront accommodation in Swansea, giving you easy access to excellent evening dining and entertainment.

Our leisurely-paced Gower walking holiday takes you to iconic locations like Rhossili Bay (voted one of the world's best beaches), the mystical Worms Head tidal island, and the famous Three Cliffs Bay with its distinctive limestone arches. You'll discover quieter corners too, exploring the peaceful northern Gower coast around Llanmadoc and the wildlife-rich Burry Holms.

Perfect for solo travellers and small groups, this Gower Peninsula walking break offers stunning coastal scenery, fascinating local history, and the chance to explore Wales' first National Landscape with expert local guides. With all transport included from your Swansea waterfront hotel, you can focus entirely on enjoying the walks, the company, and the incredible Welsh coastline.

 

Suggested Itinerary

Here’s what we’ve got planned - of course, we may have to offer alternatives or make amendments if the weather misbehaves or other unexpected situations arise!

Day 1 - Arrival & Welcome

Arrive at your seafront hotel from 15:00 and settle into your room. The Premier Inn Swansea Waterfront puts you right in the heart of the action, with the marina and numerous restaurants all within easy walking distance. If you're arriving by train, it's just a pleasant 15-minute stroll to the hotel.

Your friendly host will meet everyone in the hotel bar from 18:00, where you'll get to know your fellow walkers over drinks. Evening meals are not included, giving you the freedom to explore Swansea's excellent restaurant scene at your own pace.

A group walking in woodlands next to Three Cliffs Bay on the Gower

Day 2 - Rhossili Bay & Llangenith Beach

8 Miles

After a hearty all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast, we'll head to the western tip of the Gower Peninsula for our first coastal adventure. This spectacular walk takes you along Rhossili Bay, consistently rated as one of the world's finest beaches, with its sweeping arc of golden sand backed by towering cliffs.

We'll explore Rhossili Down, the highest point on the Gower Peninsula, where you'll discover ancient burial chambers and enjoy panoramic views across the Bristol Channel. The down is home to wild ponies that graze freely across the heathland. At Llangenith Beach, we'll explore this quieter northern end of Rhossili Bay, popular with surfers and home to one of the Gower's most charming villages.

Walkers exploring the Gower Coast

Day 3 - Northern Gower: Llanmadoc Hill, Burry Holms & Broughton Bay

8 Miles

Today we explore the much quieter northern coast of the Gower Peninsula. We'll start from the picturesque village of Llanmadoc, climbing gently up Llanmadoc Hill for stunning views across the Burry Inlet and the distant Brecon Beacons.

We'll descend to explore Burry Holms, a fascinating tidal island accessible at low tide via a rocky causeway. This small island holds remarkable historical significance, with evidence of occupation from the Iron Age through to medieval times. Broughton Bay provides a perfect contrast with its expansive mudflats and salt marshes - one of the best birdwatching locations on the Gower Peninsula.

A group of walkers on Three Cliffs Bay Beach on the Gower Coast

Day 4 - Oxwich Bay & Three Cliffs Bay

6 Miles

Our final morning takes us to two of the Gower Peninsula's most photographed locations. We'll start at Oxwich Bay, where ancient woodlands meet pristine sandy beaches, before heading to Three Cliffs Bay - arguably the most iconic view on the entire Gower Peninsula. The three distinctive limestone pillars rising from golden sand create one of the most photographed scenes in Wales.

We'll explore the medieval ruins of Pennard Castle, dramatically positioned on the clifftop overlooking the bay. After our final group lunch, we'll provide transport back to Swansea train station for departures around 15:00-16:00.

Essential Information

Activity

Duration: Three nights, four days
Activity: Walking
Activity Rating: Leisurely
Group Size: 8
Dogs: No Dogs, except trained assistance dogs

Transportation:

Car-free Experience: Make your own way to the accommodation. All transport during the trip is included.

Notes: If you've travelled via public transport, please ensure you book onward travel accordingly (i.e. an open return ticket) to allow for flexibility.

Timings:

Check-in from: 15:00
Meeting: In the bar from 18:00
Finish Time: We aim to finish on the final day between 15:00 - 16:00. We can drop you back to Swansea Train Station.

Not Included:

  • Travel to and from the meeting location or station pick-up.

  • Any extras, excursions, or activities that you may partake in which incur a cost.

  • Any food, drinks, or goods you choose to purchase at any shops, restaurants, pubs, or cafés visited.

 

Accommodation

Name & Address:

Premier Inn Swansea Waterfront
The Waterfront Development,
Langdon Road,
SA1 8QY

Type: Hotel
Rooms Available: Single Rooms, Twin Rooms, Double Rooms, Shared Rooms
Beds: NO Bunkbeds
Bathrooms: En-suite

Parking: Chargeable Parking Available at the accommodation

Meals:

  • Breakfast - Cooked Buffet Included

  • Packed Lunches - Not Included, we will stop at a local shop / cafe for you to purchase what you wish.

  • Evening Meals - Not Included

  • Soft Drinks - Tea & Coffee making facilities

  • Alcoholic Drinks - Not included. This venue has a bar and only drinks purchased maybe consumed.

Vegetarian, vegan, and meals made from gluten-free ingredients can be provided. Please select the relevant options during checkout.

Kits List: Walking Holiday / Weekend
FAQ’s: Answers to our most common questions

Travel insurance: We recommend having insurance to cover, at a minimum: cancellation and curtailment, medical and emergency expenses (including repatriation), personal accident, and injury and death.

 

This map is provided for guidance regarding the general location. For detailed meeting information, please refer to the 'Meeting Time & Location' section.