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South West Coast Path - Short - from Padstow

Duration: 6 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day

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> Complete the South West Coast Path in 6 days (4 stages)

> Enjoy the beautiful landscapes

> Accommodation before, on, and after the South West Coast Path included

The South West Coast Path is the longest marked walking route in England. This route has been named England's best walking route twice, and for a good reason. After all, you'll be walking through some of the most dramatic landscapes in England. The route is 630 miles long, which is equivalent to 1014 kilometers, and leads you from Minehead to South Haven Point through fishing villages, mountain passes, valleys, and busy seaside towns. During this walk, you'll even have the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, and whales!

The route is divided into 8 one-week sections and runs from Minehead to South Haven Point. The hike is there for everyone, but keep in mind that you'll be hiking an average of 18 kilometers a day, which will take you about 5 hours. If you do not have enough vacation days for the whole route you can also choose one of the most beautiful sections. One of the most beautiful sections of the South West Coast Path is divided into 4 stages, starting in Padstow and ending in Portreath.

Itinerary

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Arrival in Padstow

Today you will have to make your way to Padstow. Here, you will spend the night preparing for your South West Coast Path adventure.

The London Inn (Padstow)

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Padstow to Porthcothan

Duration: 06:05 h

Distance: 22.6 km

Ascent: 290 m

Descent: 240 m

This section of The South West Coast Path offers a day of easy walking along low cliffs, with beautiful, tempting beaches below. The path leaves the attractive town of Padstow behind and leads you out to the Atlantic Coast. The path can become narrow in places and is quite rocky around Constantine Bay.

Macdonald's Farm (Porthcothan)

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Porthcothan to Newquay

Duration: 04:44 h

Distance: 17.3 km

Ascent: 260 m

Descent: 280 m

This stretch of coast, with its vicious rocks and wild seas, was once particularly hazardous for ships and responsible for many wrecks before the lighthouse was built at Trevose Head. The South West Coast Path leads you in and out of little coves and headlands with generally fairly easy walking, with some steep steps to climb in places. If you feel like a picnic break and the tide is out, you may be tempted to take the long flight of steps down to explore the stacks as well as the many pools and caves on the beach.

The Beresford Hotel (Newquay)

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Included

Accommodation

We will arrange your accommodation on the South West Coast Path in hotels, inns, and guesthouses. Accommodation will be private in single, double or twin rooms and with en-suite bathroom where possible.
Full travel guide

We will send you on your way with a digital travel guide which includes a route description, interactive South West Coast Path hiking maps, and the most important information applicable to your trek.
Baggage Transfer

This trek includes the transfer of your luggage throughout the entire South West Coast Path trek. Your bags will be picked up every morning from the hotel lobby and will be driven to your next next accommodation. Baggage transfers allow you to travel lighter during the day and enjoy the walk in a more relaxed manner.
Breakfast

Breakfast is, if possible, included in this trek and it will be provided every morning at your accommodation.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport. This also applies to any transport from the end point of your trail.
Transfers

Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas etc.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Lunch and Dinner

Breakfast is, if possible, included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch and dinner at the shops, hotels, and restaurants along the way.

Destinations

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South West Coast Path - Short - from Padstow