Cardiff ChristmasMarket,Wales
From
$779.00
$779.00
City Breaks | Christmas & New Year
2 nights in Wales
What to expect
Cardiff Christmas Market
Soak up the festive atmosphere
Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay, Senedd, Castle & arcades
Free Time
Visit the Winter Wonderland & more
Half Board Package
Daily breakfast & dinner included
About this trip...
Join us for a festive trip to Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales. Begin your two-night stay with a warm welcome dinner, where you’ll meet your fellow Solos guests and soak up the city’s friendly atmosphere. Discover Cardiff’s rich history on a guided walking tour, from the vibrant Cardiff Bay to the elegant Victorian arcades and iconic Cardiff Castle, before enjoying time at the city’s much-loved Christmas Markets, set around the castle and city center streets and offering a wonderful showcase of local crafts, gifts and seasonal treats.
Please note: airport transfers are not included for our UK breaks. Our team can assist with adding on additional hotel nights to extend your stay based on availability.
Activity Level:
What's this?What's included?
Private Room
Daily breakfast & dinner with half a bottle of wine
Welcome drink
Guided Walking tour of Cardiff-
Christmas Market visit
Accompanying tour leader
What's extra:
Extras
- International flights are not included Let us help you book them! Learn more.
- Travel insurance
- Tips & drinks
- Meals when not included in the itinerary
- Activities when not included in the itinerary
- Airport Transfers NOT included for this tour. Please reach out to our team for options.
Itinerary
- Arrive in Cardiff
- Walking tour of Cardiff & Christmas Market
- Departure day
What you'll be doing
Day One: Arrive in Cardiff
Arrive at Cardiff Airport (transfer not included) or Cardiff central train station, just a short walk to your hotel where we’ll be greeted with a warm Welsh welcome. In the evening, we gather as a group for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel, setting the tone for our festive escape.
- Dinner included
Day Two: Guided Tour & Christmas Market
After breakfast, we meet our guide for a walking tour of Cardiff. Starting in the vibrant waterfront of Cardiff Bay, we’ll discover the maritime history of the city. Once the heart of the world’s busiest coal-exporting docks, the area played a crucial role in Cardiff’s rise during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it is home to key landmarks such as the Senedd and Wales Millennium Centre, as well as the historic Pierhead Building, all reflecting Wales’ political, cultural and architectural identity.
We then return to the heart of the city, following Cardiff’s journey from industrial powerhouse to modern capital. Along the way, we’ll discover elegant Victorian arcades and bustling streets filled with shops, cafés and culture before arriving at Cardiff Castle with its striking towers. Here, we’ll find Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland, featuring an open-air ice trail and an undercover ice rink, with more festivities just a short walk away at City Hall Lawns, including a giant wheel, funfair and seasonal food and drinks stalls. From here, we can visit the Christmas Markets, with 70 wooden stalls showcasing work from talented local artists and makers, as well as a variety of seasonal food and drinks producers, creating a vibrant Christmas atmosphere.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Three: Depart Cardiff
After a final breakfast as a group, we depart Cardiff at our leisure.
- Breakfast included
Accommodations
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Hotel Indigo Cardiff is a contemporary boutique-style hotel inspired by Wales’ rich heritage. Each uniquely designed bedroom reflects the spirit of the city through themes such as Made in Wales, Welsh Industry, and Music, brought to life with local artwork and natural materials. Many rooms enjoy impressive views over the Cardiff skyline, and all are equipped with Wi-Fi, TV, a minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, an iron and ironing board, a rainfall shower with Welsh Myddfai toiletries, and a hairdryer. Unwind at Lefel 6, the rooftop bar and restaurant, offering delicious dining and a stunning roof terrace – the perfect place to relax after a day of discovery.
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Passports and Visas
We recommend that you check passport and visa requirements for the country you are visiting at the State Department if you have a U.S. Passport. Most countries require that your passport have at least six months validity when traveling internationally, and many require that you have one to two blank visa pages for either an entry stamp or visa. As a general rule, please check that your passport has six months validity beyond your planned trip, and if not, please renew your passport with plenty of time to provide Solos with your updated passport information by the final payment due date.
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Dress Code
The dress code for during the day is casual with layers recommended. In the evenings the dress code is smart casual. Comfortable shoes for walking and sightseeing are recommended.
Health Requirements
We recommend that you check if vaccinations are required for your destination at the CDC’s recommendations for your visited destination(s). We also recommend you purchase travel protection. A travel protection plan can often assist with medical emergencies and reimburse costs that are covered by the plan. Please verify coverage details with Solos before you travel.
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff of approximately £10. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.
Check-in / Check-Out Times
Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 11am.
Luggage storage will be available.
Early check-in / late check-out is on request and subject to availability at check-in.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance before any trip — it safeguards you against unexpected issues like illness, cancellations, or lost luggage. It also protects your health and travel investment, giving you peace of mind to fully enjoy your journey. Click here to learn more.
