South West Coast Path Walking Holiday, 168 miles of great walking

South West Coast Path Walking Holiday in Cornwall's Far West
and The Lizard via Land's End
Padstow to Falmouth
15 nights and 14 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary
following National Trail Guide Book

Porthcurno, Cornwall

South West Coast Path Walking Holidays
Itinerary based on the National Trail guide books: Padstow to Falmouth

South West Coast Path Walking Holiday in Cornwall’s Far West and The Lizard via Land’s End Padstow to Falmouth
15 nights and 14 days walking

Enjoy a 168 mile self-guided walking holiday on the South West Coast Path from Padstow to Falmouth as per the National Trail Guide South West Coast Path book.

On this South West Coast Path walking holiday you visit the incredible beaches at Newquay and Perranporth, the amazing sand dunes at Hayle, the quaint picuresque harbour at St Ives, the tin mining heritage at Zennor and Pendeen, Land’s End, Lizard, the UK’s most southerly point.

We don’t expect you to do the whole South West Coast Path walking holiday in one go!
Take your time and enjoy the scenery and wildlife.

We are based in the South West of England and all our team have detailed local knowledge of the whole of the South West Coast Path.

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 March to September and in either direction.

The 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 the UK or Ireland. 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.

South West Coast Path Walking Holiday
Padstow to Falmouth
Suggested Tour Duration:
15 nights, 14 days walking
Total Distance:
168 miles
Min/max daily distance:
10/14 miles
Average Daily distance:
12 miles

Features:
Padstow
tin mines
Land’s End
Porthcurno
Minack Open Air Theatre
Isles of Scilly
Lizard Peninsula
This route connects with:
South West Coast Path Minehead to Padstow
South West Coast Path Falmouth to Exmouth
Saints Way

South West Coast Path Walking Holiday
Cornwall’s Far West and The Lizard via Land’s End
Padstow to Falmouth
15 nights and 14 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Padstow

If arriving by car, you make your own way to Padstow for the start of your walking holiday. We can assist with coach transfers if necessary. Car parking is available for the duration of the walk on the South West Coast Path, and we can return you to your car or station at the end of the holiday.

Optional Day in Padstow

Day 2: Padstow to Porthcothan 14 miles Easy
As you make your way back along the Camel Estuary to Stepper Point and Gunver Head you may see nesting sites for razorbills, guillemots and kittiwakes in the summer. Then a gentle stroll along coast path to Harlyn Bay. From Harlyn Bay you walk around Mother Ivey’s Bay andTrevose Head to Constantine Bay. The lighthouse at Trevose Head was the last to be run on compressed air and paraffin the on to Porthcothan.

Day 3: Porthcothan to Newquay 11 miles Moderate

From Porthcothan the South west Coast Path continues around Park Head, and then a highlight of the day, the interesting rock formations of Bedruthan Steps. The South West Coast Path goes along the cliffs above Watergate Bay to Trevelgue Head, which is actually an island which can be reached by a foot bridge. If the tide is out you can stroll to Newquay the famous Cornish seaside town along the beach.

Day 4: Newquay to Perranporth 11 miles Moderate
The route goes via Towan Head and Fistral Beach before you make you way over the River Gannel. Porth Joke is the first bay you come to and is a delightfully quiet cove. Then via Kelsey Head and Holywell Beach to Penhale Point and Ligger Point. Across the wide expanse of Perran Beach into Perranporth.

Day 5: Perranporth to Portreath 12 miles Strenuous
After leaving Perranporth you visit Travaunance Cove which was once a busy port for the tin and copper industry. Then there are interestingly named places such as Tubby’s Head, Tobban Horse, Sheep Rock, Horse Rock and Gull Rock. The cliff top is strewn with heather and gorse, and the surf rolls in over golden sandy beaches as you approach Portreath.r or you can depart by train or bus.

Day 6: Portreath to Hayle 12 miles Moderate
Places like Ralph’s Cupboard, Deadman’s Cove and Hell’s Mouth are a testament to the power of the sea. The Godrevy Lighthouse now provides comfort to sailors. Iron worked in the foundry at Hayle went to make London’s Tower Bridge.

Day 7: Hayle to Zennor 12 miles Severe
A pleasant morning’s walking around St Ives Bay and the River Hayle estuary. After St Ives this is the most deserted stretch of the south west coast path. On a clear day you can see as far back as St Agnes Beacon. Seals can sometimes be sighted on The Carrack

Day 8: Zennor to St Just 11 miles Severe

Zennor is a picturesque miniature village surrounded by interesting rock formations, both natural and man-made, the latter being Neolithic burial chambers and Bronze Age ceremonial sites. As you go further west the lighthouse at Pendeen Watch comes into view as you descend from Chypraze Cliff.

Day 9: St Just to Porthcurno 12 miles Moderate
There is plenty of industrial archaeology from the days of tin and copper mining to poke around. Levant Beam Engine and Geevor Tin Mine are both worth a visit. On a clear day from Cape Cornwall you can see the Scilly Isles. Cape Cornwall is where the Atlantic Ocean meets the English Channel. You are now heading in a southerly direction towards Land’s End across Whitesand Bay and Sennen Cove. After Land’s End you start going south-east and before arriving in Porthcurno you can visit the Minack Open-air Theatre.

Day 10: Porthcurno to Penzance 12 miles Strenuous

The Telegraph Museum is worth a visit before leaving Porthcurno. The walking route goes through Mousehole, pronounced “Mouzel”, a quaint fishing village, then you walk around Mounts Bay via Newlyn back to Penzance.

Optional Day trip to Scilly Isles 4 miles easy or
Extra day in Penzance

Take a day trip on the Scillonian from Penzance to St Marys in the Isles of Scilly. Enjoy the peaceful town of Hugh Town and a gentle stroll around St Marys. There are day trips to the Isles of Scilly Monday through Saturday. Sailings on Sundays are only in July and August. You overnight in Penzance. Alternatively have a rest day in Penzance and/or visit the many gardens in the area.

Day 11: Penzance to Porthleven 14 miles Strenuous

You start the day by walking to Marazion where, if the tide is out, you can walk across the causeway to St Michael’s Mount, or take the ferry. Not to be missed! Then around Cudden Point to Prussia Cove and Betsy’s Cove which were a haunt of an eighteenth-century smuggler named John Carter who called himself ‘King of Prussia’. After Hoe Point and Trewavas Head to will see Porthleven, the stop for tonight.

Day 12: Porthleven to Lizard 14 miles moderate
Porthleven Sands has been voted the 2nd best beach walk in Britain by Country Walking magazine. You walk across Loo Bar, the shingle spit that blocks the course of the River Cober from the sea and creates Loo Pool, the largest natural freshwater lake in the West Country. After Mullion Cove and Kynance
Cove you arrive at The Lizard, the most southerly point of England.

Day 13: Lizard to Coverack 11 miles Strenuous

Take a tour of the lighthouse and the famous wireless station before making your way on to Bass Point. At Cadgwith the route passes through National Trust land to Poltesco. Then along Kennack Sands and around Black Head to Coverack, which has a lovely little harbour.

Day 14: Coverack to Mawnan Smith 14 miles Moderate
Rounding Coverack Beach to Lowland Point, then on past Godrey Cove and Porthoustock. When you get to Porthallow you will be pleased to know that you are at the halfway point of the entire South West Coast Path. At Gillian Greek you can take a shortcut via the stepping stones across to St Anthony-in-Meneage if the tide is out. All too soon you are in Helford. After crossing the Helford River the gardens of Trebah, Carwinion and Glendurgan are worth a visit before you commence on the coast path. The wooded path follows along the Helford River and there are occasional views of the estuary through the trees.

Day 15 : Mawnan Smith to Falmouth 10 miles Moderate
After crossing the Helford River the gardens of Trebah, Carwinion and Glendurgan are worth a visit before you commence on the coast path. The wooded path follows along the Helford River and there are occasional views of the estuary through the trees. You head out towards Rosemullion Head where you can see Falmouth and Pendennis Point in the distance. Pendennis Castle, and its counterpart at St Mawes, date from the mid-16th century.

Day 16: Depart after breakfast
Depart after breakfast or extend your holiday and spend some time in the area.
We can transfer you to your car or you can depart by train or bus.

South West Coast Path Terrain Grading

Easy:  flat or undulating terrain

Moderate:  a few ups and downs, the section requiring more effort than an easy section. For example, a section of 9 miles can require the amount of effort needed for 12 miles.

Strenuous:  many ups and downs, the section requiring more effort than a moderate section. For example, a section of 9 miles can require the amount of effort needed for 15 miles.

Severe:   many steep climbs, the section requiring twice the amount of effort as an easy section. For example, a section of 9 miles can require the amount of effort needed for 18 miles.

South West Coast Path Walking Holiday
16 day itinerary
Padstow to Falmouth
14 days walking and 15 nights

Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Padstow
Day 2: Padstow to Porthcothan              14 miles easy
Day 3: Porthcothan to Newquay               11 miles moderate
Day 4: Newquay to Perranporth               11 miles   Moderate
Day 5: Perranporth to Portreath              12 miles   Strenuous
Day 6: Portreath to Hayle       12 miles    Moderate
Day 7: Hayle to Zennor                             12 miles    Severe
Day 8: Zennor to St Just    11 miles   Severe
Day 9: St Just to Porthcurno    12 miles    Moderate
Day 10: Porthcurno to Penzance       12 miles    Strenuous
Optional day: optional day trip to Isles of Scilly and/or rest day in Penzance
Day 11: Penzance to Porthleven    14 miles     Strenuous
Day 12: Porthleven to Lizard    14 miles    moderate
Day 13: Lizard to Coverack    11 miles    Strenuous
Day 14: Coverack to Mawnan Smith       14 miles      Moderate
Day 15: Mawnan Smith to Falmouth      10 miles      Moderate
Day 16: Depart after breakfast

Prices per person for South West Coast Path
16 day itinerary 15 nights

	Double or Twin Occupancy	Single Occupancy travelling with others	Solo Traveller
2025	£2,040	£3,225	£3,525

All prices subject to change

Extra night in Penzance from £50.00 per person
Extra night in Penzance and day trip to Isles of Scilly from £105 per person

Optional Accommodation Upgrades for
South West Coast Path Walking Holiday
Padstow to Falmouth
Can be added when booking online

Subject to availability Supplement per person per night

Padstow
Padstow Harbour Hotel sea view room

double/twin
£136.00

single
n/a

Padstow Harbour Hotel non sea view room

£115.00

please ask

Old Ship Hotel

£49.00

please ask

Old Custom House

£79.00

please ask

Golden Lion

£49.00

please ask

Newquay
Victoria Hotel sea view room

double/twin
£53.00

single
n/a

Victoria Hotel non sea view room

£32.00

please ask

Harbour Hotel

£79.00

please ask

Oceanside Hotel

£49.00

please ask

St Just
Cape Cornwall Golf Club

double/twin
£35.00

single
please ask

Penzance
Yacht Inn

double/twin
£34.00

single
please ask

Queens Hotel

£79.00

please ask

Hotel Penzance

£79.00

please ask

You may be staying in Penzance more than one night on your itinerary, therefore the price of upgrade is the per night price.

Porthleven
Harbour Inn

double/twin
£89.00

single
please ask

Lizard
Top House Inn

double/twin
£25.00

single
please ask

Coverack
Bay Hotel

double/twin
£72.00

single
please ask

Helford
Budock Vean Hotel

double/twin
£96.00

single
please ask

Falmouth
Falmouth Hotel

double/twin
£55.00

Single
please ask

Greenbank Hotel

£75.00

please ask

St Michaels Resort

£75.00

please ask

What’s included
in your South West Coast Path Walking Holiday in UK

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
support should there be any problems on route
detailed itineraries
guide book
Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps

Optional Extras
for your South West Coast Path Walking Holiday in UK

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 South West Coast Path Walking Holiday in UK

lunches and dinners
travel insurance

What our customers say about our UK South West Coast Path walking holiday

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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South West Coast Path Walking Holiday Padstow to Falmouth:
How to get there

By Plane to Newquay where we can arrange transfer to Padstow
By Car to Padstow where parking is available
By Train to Bodmin where we can arrange transfer to Padstow
By Bus to Padstow