Can you suggest transport to and from Heathrow and Alnwick?

Trains can be booked for you to transfer yourself from London to Aldwick. If arriving by train, Alnmouth Station is about 5 miles from the Alnwick by taxi. We advise pre-booking a taxi if you plan to use one. Call the hotel reception for advice on local taxi companies if you want to reserve a taxi or research on line. You will be able to park your car at the hotel

I'm interested in the Black Mountain and Wye Valley tour on 14 May 2023. I can't find their cancellation policy on the website.

You can find our cancellation policy if you scroll down to the bottom of the page on our website and press on "Booking conditions".

Will this tour continue to be offered in 2023 and 2024? If so, do you know when future dates will be made available?

We have plans to run the trip in 2023 however we are still a month or so away from having dates live.

Black Mountains and Wye Valley Walking

6 days

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Start and end in Abergavenny

3.0

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Platinum Operator: Explore!
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Abergavenny
Meals
Dinner (Introductory dinner with fellow travelers)
Optional Activities
- Browse Abergavenny Castle
- Visit the Market Hall
- Explore independent local shops and restaurants
Landmarks
Abergavenny Castle
Brecon Beacons National Park
Day 2
Black Mountains Hike
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike in Black Mountains from Velindre to Hay-on-Wye (approximately 5 hours, 15 km, 685 m ascent/descent)
- Visit Hay-on-Wye with free time to browse bookshops and cafes
Landmarks
Black Mountains
Lord Hereford's Knob (Twmpa)
Hay Bluff
Hay-on-Wye
Day 3
Hatterall Ridge to Llanthony Priory
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Pont Rhys Powell along Hatterall Ridge, Beacons Way, and Offa's Dyke Path to Llanthony (approximately 4 hours, 12 km, 520 m ascent/descent)
- Visit Llanthony Priory ruins with free time to explore
Landmarks
Hatterall Ridge
Llanthony Priory
Vale of Ewyas
Day 4
Symonds Yat to Monmouth
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Symonds Yat East along River Wye through Forest of Dean to Monmouth (approximately 4 hours, 13 km, 515 m ascent/descent)
- Cross River Wye on traditional pull ferry
- Visit Symonds Yat Rock with views and Peregrine Falcon spotting opportunity
- Explore The Kymin National Trust grounds
- Free time in Monmouth to see Norman castle remains and medieval stone bridge
Landmarks
Symonds Yat
Symonds Yat Rock
Forest of Dean
The Kymin
Monmouth
Day 5
Tintern Abbey to Parva Farm Vineyard
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Tidenham along Offa's Dyke Path to Tintern Abbey (approximately 3-4 hours, 12 km, 440 m ascent/descent)
- View Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit
- Explore Tintern Abbey ruins
- Guided tour of Parva Farm Vineyard with wine tasting
Landmarks
Tintern Abbey
Devil's Pulpit
Parva Farm Vineyard
River Wye
Day 6
Departure
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Abergavenny Castle
Brecon Beacons National Park

Landmarks
Black Mountains
Lord Hereford's Knob (Twmpa)
Hay Bluff
Hay-on-Wye

Landmarks
Hatterall Ridge
Llanthony Priory
Vale of Ewyas

Landmarks
Symonds Yat
Symonds Yat Rock
Forest of Dean
The Kymin
Monmouth

Landmarks
Tintern Abbey
Devil's Pulpit
Parva Farm Vineyard
River Wye

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Traveler Reviews

3.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
3.5
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
2.0
Food
3.0
Tour Operator
4.5

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Mary
May 19th, 2023
Hatteral Ridge and Hay Bluff walks. The expertise and professionalism of the very personable tour guide.
Traveled in May 2023
Review collected by Explore!
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Caroline
October 11th, 2022
The overall experience was poor due to the disappointing accommodation. We chose this tour because of its premium...
The overall experience was poor due to the disappointing accommodation. We chose this tour because of its premium accommodation only to be told just prior to the tour date that the accommodation was downgraded to comfort and given $100. The accommodation, I believe , was never premium and was not acceptable. I can overlook the tour guide change 24 hours prior to the tour and the guides uncertainty of the trails ( that was not her fault), the lack of politeness of the waitress at breakfast, the smell of the pub ( it was like a urine smell), the wait of over three hours for a pick up bus but our travel couple were stuck in a room meant for one person and a closet turned into a bathroom ( as per your brochure picture), and locked in their room as the key did not work. My husband and I had a room where they moved in an additional bed- a double bed and a single bed squished together in the room that was not described in the brochure? We had paid significant monies for this tour- we looked up the cost of the Inn per night ourselves and it was 70 pounds. We would sincerely appreciate a refund with the difference between premium and comfort for our five nights' accommodation. We feel the tour accommodation was misrepresented to us prior to payment. I look forward to your reply. Penny ReynoldsShow more
Traveled in August 2022
Reply from: Explore!
Dear Penny, I'm sorry to see the trip has not rated highly on this occasion. This is a new trip and after all our planning on inspection by our agent we were made aware the hotel was downgraded to a comfortable grade. We took the decision to inform all our confirmed travellers and give them the option to cancel their trip with a full refund or accept a cash refund based on the accommodation only as we felt this was fair. It’s a shame to see the accommodation has not lived up to your expectations. I can assure you they was no misrepresentation, we have be open an upfront from the start. We have received some very positive feedback for the trip overall. This issues you have raised has been addressed with the staff and we will continue to monitor the feedback going forward. We are working closely with the Hotel and will continue to use this property in our program this year. The hotel is chosen for it's location and local charm, however if standards do slip we will be sure to consider an alternative as our wish is for all our travellers to have a great experience. Thank you for your time and feedback, I trust you have enjoyed some positive highlights from your time away.
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Tracy
Asked on June 13th, 2023
Can you suggest transport to and from Heathrow and Alnwick?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2023
  Trains can be booked for you to transfer yourself from London to Aldwick. If arriving by train, Alnmouth Station is about 5 miles from the Alnwick by taxi. We advise pre-booking a taxi if you plan to use one. Call the hotel reception for advice on local taxi companies if you want to reserve a taxi or research on line. You will be able to park your car at the hotel
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Tiffany
Asked on October 18th, 2022
I'm interested in the Black Mountain and Wye Valley tour on 14 May 2023. I can't find their cancellation policy on the website.
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2022
  You can find our cancellation policy if you scroll down to the bottom of the page on our website and press on "Booking conditions".
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2022
  Cancellation policy: If you cancel your booking, cancellation charges will be imposed. These are calculated from the day written or verbal notification is received. a) 60 and more days before trip start date - loss of deposit b) 59-42 days before trip start date - 30% or loss of deposit if higher c) 41-28 days before trip start date - 60% d) 27-14 days before trip start date - 90% e) Less than 14 days before trip start date - 100%
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Nina
Asked on August 16th, 2022
Will this tour continue to be offered in 2023 and 2024? If so, do you know when future dates will be made available?
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written August 2022
  We have plans to run the trip in 2023 however we are still a month or so away from having dates live.
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  Nina
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  What is the best way to arrive in Abergavenny? I will be travelling to the UK from the United States. Would I fly into London or is it better to fly into Cardiff?
- Explore!Operator•Written August 2022
  Cardiff isn't a well served airport from the US. The closest bigger international airport is Bristol. I would recommend flying into London as it will be cheaper and you will have more choice. Abergavenny is then less than 2.5 hours by train with a change in Newport with frequent trains from London Paddington.
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  Nina
  Traveler•Written October 2022
  Is this a guaranteed departure, or is there a risk of the tour being cancelled if not enough people sign up? Would you be able to provide me with a quote for this trip? I am traveling by myself, so I would prefer the single supplement if possible.
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2022
  All of our departures next year are guaranteed. A single accommodation is available and total amount for the tour on a single basis will be £1260.
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  Nina
  Traveler•Written November 2022
  I attempted to book this tour but the deposit amount listed was almost half of the total price of the tour. I'm not able to pay that amount upfront yet, so I was wondering if there was an option to book with a smaller deposit?
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2022
  We are unable to adjust the deposit amount. For this tour now, the deposit is 30%.

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- For any tour departing before July 22nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 22nd, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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