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EPIC ROAD
TRIP IN
THE ELAN
VALLEY

When: Wednesday 1st October 2025
Meeting Point: Rhayader, Mid-Wales
When: Wednesday 1st October 2025
Meeting Point: Rhayader, Mid-Wales
We carefully designed the Elan Valley road trip and even done a dry run to make sure the route flowed beautifully, the stops were just right, the views were stunning, the food was delicious, and the whole day felt truly memorable.
We carefully designed the Elan Valley road trip and even done a dry run to make sure the route flowed beautifully, the stops were just right, the views were stunning, the food was delicious, and the whole day felt truly memorable.
Here’s what we did on day one:
A full one-day curated route through the Elan Valley
A delicious lunch
Rally style with plates included
Professional photography during the day
A few surprises along the way!
Some stayed a little longer with us:
Everything in the 1-day trip
Boutique hotel evening stay
Dinner & breakfast included
Curated Black Mountain route
Here’s a few photos from the trip.
















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