Discover the rugged beauty of the Jurassic Coast as you walk the South West Coast Path
This 5-day self-guided walking holiday explores the Jurassic Coast section of the South West Coast Path. During your tour, you’ll hike from village to village while you explore the coastline of this World Heritage Site. Expect staggering seaside cliffs, expansive beach, and otherwordly rock formations!
Beginning in Abbotsbury, most of your trail is along the beautiful, rugged coastline, but you will also be walking through farmland, woods, and villages. You’ll be able to explore the West Fleet tidal lagoon, a 16th-century castle, and the famous rock formation the Durdle Door. Be charmed by the warm welcome at the local hotels you’ll be staying in while you wander along one of the United Kingdoms’ most beautiful pathways. Don’t miss out on the unforgettable Walking England’s Jurassic Coast tour!
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Walking England's Jurassic Coast Itinerary
Day 1 Start your Hike in Abbotsbury
Today your hiking tour kicks off in Abbotsbury. You’ll drop your bags off in the morning and they’ll be waiting for you in Ferrybridge.
As you walk inland, you’ll go through farmland and forests before turning back towards the coastline. Your path will follow the West Fleet tidal lagoon all the way to Ferrybridge. You may choose to stop for a break in the village of Langton Herring or Charlestown before arriving at Ferrybridge for the night.
Here, enjoy dinner in a quaint local pub.
Overnight Location: B&B in Ferrybridge
Distance: 5 to 6 hours,18 km
Meals: None
Day 2 Scenic Walk to Lulworth Cove
After your warm-up walk yesterday, today’s hike will get progressively more challenging as the day goes on. It’ll be well worth the extra effort, as today you’ll be visiting some of the most famous and scenic sites on the South West Coast Path.
You’ll walk to the 16th century Sandsfoot Castle and skirt the town to Nothe Fort, where you can choose to take the bridge or a short ferry ride. Your hike will continue along the coast, past Osmington Mills, Ringstead Bay, and Holworth House. You will eventually see the famous rock arch, known as the Durdle Door, rising ahead of you. Grab a photo!
You’ll be staying here in Lulworth this evening, so take your time to explore the Dungy Head, Stair Hole, and Lulworth Cove itself.
Overnight Location: B&B in Lulworth Cove
Distance: 6 to 7 hours, 23.5 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Hike by the Kimmeridge Ledges to Swanage
Your path starts at an active tank and rifle range. Although you can’t walk through when it’s in use, it’s a nice coastal path to take if it’s open. If not, you can take a taxi or public transportation past the ranges to start your hike.
You’ll walk the gently rolling paths along the coastline towards Clavell Tower. Your trail will lead you along the serene Kimmeridge Ledges until it turns inland at Houns-tout Cliff. You will hike past St Alban’s Head and Durleston Head before finally arriving in Swanage for the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Swanage
Distance: 8 to 9 hours, 33 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 White Chalk Cliffs to Poole
Your walk today will be at a much more relaxing pace, as you only have a few hours until you reach the end of your journey.
Hike up the white chalk cliffs and take in the views of Bournemouth and the Isle of White across the bay. As you slowly walk down towards Studland you can choose to walk along the beach or across the dunes to get to South Haven Point. The ferry will take you from here into Poole, where you’ll spend your last night exploring the town and its beautiful beach.
Overnight Location: B&B in Poole
Distance: 3 to 4 hours, 12.5 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Last Morning in Poole
This morning, you’ll check out after breakfast and start your journey home or towards your next destination.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.
2024 Departures
The departures are available daily.
- Single room: from $2,025 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,125 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
Book NowAccommodation on the Walking England's Jurassic Coast Tour
This tour is based in 3-star hotels and local bed & breakfasts. These charming locally-run hotels offer comfortable rooms with great locations.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel (please inquire for the pricing). Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
B&B Weymouth in Ferrybridge ★★★
This seafront bed and breakfast is in a great location to enjoy all that Ferrybridge and Weymouth have to offer. The sea views from the lounge are especially lovely.
Rudds of Lulworth in Lulworth Cove ★★★
The fabulous location of this bed and breakfast is what makes it truly extraordinary. It’s nestled into the cliffs with lovely gardens and a pool overlooking the sea and beaches.
Ocean Lodge, Swanage ★★★★
You’ll feel right at home at the Ocean Lodge. It’s an easy walk from award-winning beaches and the Swanage Victorian Pier.
Jessimine Bed and Breakfast, Poole (Bed and Breakfast) ★★★
Enjoy cozy hospitality that makes you feel at home and at ease in this family-run bed and breakfast. It’s conveniently located near beaches and the ferry port.
What’s Included in the Walking England's Jurassic Coast Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Abbotsbury and after the tour in Poole are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for your luggage is included each day between your hotels as outlined in the itinerary.
Also Included
- Complete tour information packages
- Smartphone app with GPS routes
- Access to 24-hour emergency helpline
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights to and from England
- Lunches, dinners, drinks, or snacks
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Busses and/or ferries, unless stated otherwise
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Gratuities for restaurant servers or hotel staff
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