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Exe Valley Way Walking Holiday
River Walking Holiday
in Exmoor and Devon, South West, England
from Starcross to ExeHead
in 9 days
8 nights and 7 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary
A 40, 52 or 60 mile walking route along the River Exe in Devon from the estuary at Starcross to the source on Exmoor.
This is one of our Devon and Dartmoor walking holidays and also one of our River Walking Holidays.
Where in the UK is the Exe Valley Way?
Exe Valley Way Walking Holiday
River Walking Holiday in Exmoor and Devon,
South West England
from Starcross to Exe Head
via Exeter, Bickleigh, Tiverton, Dulverton, Withypool and Simonsbath
This 60 mile self guided Exe Valley Way walking holiday takes in Exmoor and Exeter in Devon.
This is a great introduction to the joys of a West Country walking holiday as it combines a pleasant stroll with experiencing the unspoilt areas of Devon and Exmoor.
The Exe Valley Way explores this beautiful valley from the South West Coast Path on the Exe Estuary to the village of Dulverton on Exmoor, where you can link up with the Two Moors Way.
Our self-guided walking holidays are designed with your comfort and enjoyment in mind and can be tailor-made to your own personal requirements.
The routes are clearly way-marked to provide reassurance on your hiking vacation.
We use a selection of guest houses, inns or small hotels with en-suite or private bathroom to ensure you are well rested each night after a busy day hiking and sightseeing. Rest assured that all our accommodation walking holiday providers are hand-picked and offer you that famous British hospitality.
Special diets can be catered for, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free.
We organize the luggage transfer so your bags are at your next accommodation when you arrive. We try to get your bags delivered by 4pm, but this may be delayed due to road conditions.
Let’s Go Walking has developed one of the largest selection of walking holidays.
Our offices are staffed 9am to 9pm during our walking season (March to September) to ensure your walking holiday runs without a hitch.
All our walking holidays are self-guided and you must be a confident map reader and able to navigate from a compass bearing. The weather in the UK and Ireland can change quickly effecting visibility and underfoot conditions. It is important to carry a selection of clothing with you on your hike each day to cope with changing weather conditions. If you are not confident of completing any days walk, do not set out.
This walking holiday in the UK operates April to September and in either direction.
These daily distances are only a suggestion. If you would like to walk longer or shorter distances, we can arrange that too.
Our stated distances include mileage to the accommodation or pickup point and so may not agree with the guide book mileages.
Rest days can be taken in any location.
Why not combine this walk with a hiking tour in another part of England or the UK. Our staff will be happy to advise on necessary transfers.
Online booking available.
A deposit of £85 per person is required to secure the booking, with the balance due 6 weeks before departure.
Optional extra days and accommodation upgrades can be added during the booking process online.
Please wait for the confirmation of your holiday before making final travel plans just in case your holiday is not available for your requested date.
Exe Valley Way Walking Holiday
Suggested Tour Duration:
8 nights, 7 days walking
Total Distance:
60 miles/96 kms
Min/max daily distance:
6/11 miles
Average Daily distance:
9 miles
Grading:
Easy
Features:
Exe Estuary
Exeter
Exeter Cathedral
Exeter Quay
Bickleigh Castle
Tiverton Castle
Exmoor
Tarr Steps
Withypool
Simonsbath
Exe Head: the Source of the River Exe
This route connects with:
South West Coast Path
Two Moors Way
Exe Valley Way Walking Holiday
River Walking Holiday in Devon, South West England
from Starcross to Exe Head
8 nights and 7 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Exeter
You make your own way to Exeter. We can assist with coach or train transfers if necessary. Car parking is available for the duration of the walk. At Starcross the Exe Valley Way connects with the South West Coast Path.
Optional Day exploring Exeter
Spend an optional day exploring Exeter. Visit Exeter cathedral, or the underground passages, the catacombs, or the very fine museum. Guided walking tours are available showing Exeter’s Roman past.
Day 2: Starcross to Exeter 8 miles easy
Your walk starts at the mouth of the River Exe at Starcross. The Exe Estuary is famous for its bird life. After passing Powderham Castle you walk along the Exe Canal, the first in Britain, until you reach Exeter Quay.
Day 3: Exeter to Thorverton 10 miles easy
Stroll along the winding river through the quaint village of Brampford Speke to Thorverton.
Day 4: Thorverton to Tiverton 8 miles easy
Past the medieval Bickleigh Castle to the very picturesque bridge at Bickleigh. Stroll around Bickleigh Mill and Railway Centre before you leave Bickleigh. A short stroll along the east side of the river through rich woodlands of oak and ash, with violets and early purple orchids, brings you to Tiverton.
Day 5: Tiverton to Bampton 8 miles
The route meanders through the Exe river valley to the village of Bampton for your overnight.
Day 6: Bampton to Dulverton 6 miles
The route continues to meander through the Exe river valley via the villages of Exebridge and Brushford. You are in the Exmoor National Park now and may see the spectacular red deer.
Day 7: Dulverton to Exford 11 miles
Leaving the interesting village of Dulverton you follow the River Barle and the Two Moors Way to Hawkridge, visiting Tarr Steps, then on to Exford for the overnight stop.
Day 8: Exford to Exe Head 9 miles
Following the River Barle and the Two Moors Way you walk to Simonsbath, then up on to high Exmoor to find the source of the River Exe at Exehead. You retrace your step back to Simonsbath
Optional Day: Simonbath and Exmoor
Take an extra day to explore Exmoor.
Day 9: Depart after breakfast
Depart after Breakfast or extend your holiday walking and spend some time exploring the Exmoor area
We can transfer you to your car or station.
Starcross to ExeHead
in England UK
9 day itinerary
7 days walking and 8 nights
Suggested Itinerary
| Day 1: | arrive Exeter | |
| Optional Day: | optional extra day in Exeter | |
| Day 2: | transfer to Starcross, walk Starcross to Exeter | 8 miles |
| Day 3: | Exeter to Thorverton | 10 miles |
| Day 4: | Thorverton to Tiverton | 8 miles |
| Day 5: | Tiverton to Bampton | 8 miles |
| Day 6: | Bampton to Dulverton | 6 miles |
| Day 7: | Dulverton to Exford | 11 miles |
| Day 8: | Exford to ExeHead | 9 miles |
| Optional Day: | optional extra day on Exmoor | |
| Day 9: | depart Exmoor |
9 day itinerary 8 nights
| Double or Twin Occupancy | Single Occupancy travelling with others | Solo Traveller |
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| 2025 | £976 | £1,608 | £1,768 |
All prices subject to change
Extra nights from £64.00 per person
depending on location
What’s included in your
Exe Valley Way walking holiday in Exmoor and Devon, South West England
- accommodation at high quality guest houses, inns or small hotels on a bed and breakfast basis
- room with en-suite or private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities
- daily luggage transfer, 1 piece of luggage per person, max 20kg
- support should there be any problems on route
- detailed itineraries
- OS 1:25,000 map
Optional Extras for your
Exe Valley Way walking holiday
in Exmoor and Devon, South West England
- upgrade to the region’s most elegant, prestigious and famous hotels, where available
- transfers back to car or station
- parking facilities
- rest days
- inn to inn walks
What’s not included in your Exe Valley Way walking holiday
in Exmoor and Devon, South West England
- lunches and dinners
- travel insurance
Lunches and Dinners
These are not included.
Evening meals
These are available at overnight locations, either at your accommodation or in the town/village.
Packed lunches
These can be provided by your accommodation or can be obtained from a local store, or cafe or inn along the route.
Holiday Travel Insurance
We require that you take out holiday insurance as Let’s Go Biking Ltd accepts no liability for the following:
cancellation, personal accident, illness, loss/theft of personal possessions and/or money, and any unforeseen circumstances, especially travel delays.
This is in addition to our existing
booking conditions.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
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October to February 9am to 5pm
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Exe Valley Way Walking Holiday:
How to get there
- By Plane to Exeter, Bristol or London where we can arrange transfer to the start of your walk
- By Car to the start of your walk where parking is available
- By Train/Bus to Exeter
We have river walking holidays in the UK in England, Scotland and Wales.
This is one of our categories of walking holidays.
- Annandale Way in Scotland
- Avon Valley Path in Wiltshire and Hampshire
- Dart Valley Trail in Devon
- Exe Valley Way in Devon
- Nidderdale Way in Yorkshire
- Severn Way in Wales and England
- Shakespeares Way from Stratford upon Avon to London
- Speyside Way in Scotland
- Stour Valley Way in Dorset
- Teesdale Way in Northern England
- Test Way in Hampshire
- Thames Path from the Cotswolds to London
- Wye Valley Walk in Wales
