South West Coast Path

South West Coast Path

An epic walk along the coastline of Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset.

3 to 12 nights
630 miles
Easy to Demanding / Strenuous

From £355 per person

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About the trail

At 630 miles (1,008 km) in length, the South West Coast Path is Britain’s longest waymarked footpath – and the ultimate challenge for any long distance walker. The route curls around the entire peninsula of Devon and Cornwall, rounds the south-western tip of England at Land’s End, and follows the southern shore through the dramatic scenery of Dorset.

Although we provide some gentler itineraries, expect stiff climbs on jaw-dropping coastal trails; mile after mile of sea views; and plenty of pasties and cream teas enjoyed in quintessential Cornish towns. Walking the South West Coast Path is a challenge, but an immensely rewarding one.

Scroll down to select a walking holiday covering your favourite stage.

We also offer a choice of short breaks along the path, which you can find on the South West Coast Path Short Breaks page, as well as a walking holiday round the Land's End Peninsula that cuts inland to create a circular tour.

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  • This route includes dog friendly tour options North Devon
  • Cornwall's Atlantic Coast - North
  • Cornwall's Atlantic Coast - South
  • Far West of Cornwall
  • This route includes dog friendly tour options South West Cornwall
  • This route includes dog friendly tour options South Cornwall
  • South Devon
  • This route includes dog friendly tour options Tor Bay and Babbacombe Bay
  • East Devon
  • Dorset

Dog friendly tours available

Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.

Trail running tours available

We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.

About this route

7 to 11 nights
79 miles
Easy / Moderate to Moderate / Demanding
2nd January to 24th December
Includes Dog-Friendly Tours

From £855 per person

South Cornwall

This section of the South West Coast Path is perhaps the most gentle. It tours tranquil estuaries, wooded inlets and sandy coves. Jutting headlands provide stunning vantage points over some of the prettiest villages in Cornwall, where whitewashed cottages jostle for the best view of their harbours.

Yet South Cornwall is not all softness: the Royal Citadel of Plymouth towers over its broad harbour, an imposing part of King VIII’s coastal defences.

We also offer a South Cornwall Short Break option that explores the path from Polperro to Plymouth. Click here for more information.

Available tours

Code Tour Duration Difficulty Price per person
SCOR1 From Falmouth to Plymouth 7 nights, 6 days walking Moderate / Demanding £855
SCOR2 From Falmouth to Plymouth 8 nights, 7 days walking Moderate / Demanding £970
SCOR3 From Falmouth to Plymouth 11 nights, 10 days walking Easy / Moderate £1330
"Follow Me" by Stefanie Kieweg (2022) "Follow Me" by Stefanie Kieweg (2022)
"Readymoney Cove, Looe" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022) "Readymoney Cove, Looe" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022)
"Beech Forest, Polkerris" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022) "Beech Forest, Polkerris" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022)
"Gorse near Looe" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022) "Gorse near Looe" by Wm. Samuel Bunge (2022)
"Along the Trail" by David Hackett (2021) "Along the Trail" by David Hackett (2021)
"Looe" by David Hackett (2021) "Looe" by David Hackett (2021)
"Rame Head Chapel" by David Hackett (2021) "Rame Head Chapel" by David Hackett (2021)
"Talland Bay" by David Hackett (2021) "Talland Bay" by David Hackett (2021)
"Near Gorran Haven" by Gesche Henningsen (2019) "Near Gorran Haven" by Gesche Henningsen (2019)

Customer reviews from the South Cornwall

“Fantastic scenery, lovely accommodation.”
Mr Bond, UK
“Overall experience from Contours point of view was excellent but we experienced some ferry issues which were outside Contours control!”
Mr Hemingway, UK
“This was a great holiday with superb walking along this rugged part of the Cornish coast. It visited tiny little fishing villages and the big city of Plymouth each was great to explore. Loved it all, the variety of places visited, the accommodation and the bag transfers were all excellent.”
Mr Madge, UK
“Lovely walking and weather.”
Dr Pearlman, UK
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