Coast to Coast Guided Explorer - 17 Days Tour with 10 Reviews by Walkers' Britain

17 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Strenuous

Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

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St Bees, England

Robin Hoods Bay, England

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Extended 17-day guided Coast to Coast immersive experience

Expert local guides with decades of trail knowledge and insight

The Lake District, Pennines, Yorkshire Dales & North York Moors

Stay in cosy inns, pubs, and charming guesthouses en route

Over 45 years' experience leading Coast to Coast hikes

All logistics covered, including luggage transfers & accommodation

Small group hiking tour ideal for solo walkers, couples or friends

All logistics covered, including luggage transfers & accommodation

Small group hiking tour ideal for solo walkers, couples or friends

Itinerary

Take your time to savor England’s most iconic footpath with the 'Coast to Coast Guided Explorer – 17 Days' tour. This extended guided walking trip stretches from St Bees on the Irish Sea to Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea, offering two extra days compared to the classic itinerary for a more in-depth experience.

Traverse the famed Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors national parks, clocking in at approximately 315km (195 miles) of moderate to challenging hiking. The extra days allow for a gentler pace and more opportunities to explore quaint villages, rolling hills, and the mystical Nine Standards Rig. Enjoy the camaraderie of a small group, led by a knowledgeable guide, and relax each night in welcoming hotels, guesthouses, and traditional pubs.

Along the way, you’ll marvel at the diversity of the English countryside, from rugged mountains and serene lakes to dry stone walls and vibrant market towns. Celebrate your achievement on the shores of the North Sea with your fellow walkers—a moment you’ll cherish.

The unique selling point of this trip is its leisurely, immersive approach—perfect for travelers who want to fully absorb the landscapes, history, and local character of England’s legendary Coast to Coast walk.

day 1Arrive St Bees

Make your own way to the starting point of the Coast to Coast walk in St Bees. It's located on the edge of the Irish Sea with views across to the Isle of Man (where we offer a walk as well). If you have time, visit the Abbey church, which has features on the local history and has a display on a mummified knight that was discovered in a lead coffin from the graveyard. If you have an extra night here, you can walk the coastal path or quiet inland roads to the attractive town of Whitehaven with its marina and great museum. It is famous in the annals of the US navy as the site of an elaborate raid on the British mainland by one John Paul Jones during the American War of Independence. This evening you will meet your fellow walkers and guide for a trip briefing.

day 2St Bees to Ennerdale Bridge 23.5 km/14.5 miles, 6 h

day 3Ennerdale Bridge to Borrowdale 26.5 km/16.5 miles, 7 h

day 4Borrowdale to Grasmere 13.5 km/8.5 miles, 5-6 h via Helm Crag

day 5Grasmere to Glenridding 12 km/7.5 miles, 5.5 h standard route

day 6Glenridding to Shap 26 km/16 miles, 7-9 h

day 7Shap to Kirkby Stephen 33 km/20.5 miles, 8 h

day 8Kirkby Stephen to Keld 24 km/14.5 miles, 6 h

day 9Keld to Reeth 20 km/12.5 miles, 5 h or 18.5 km/11.5 miles, 5 h

day 10Reeth to Richmond 20 km /12.5 miles, 5 h

day 11Richmond to Danby Wiske 22.5 km/14 miles, 5 h

day 12Danby Wiske to Osmotherley 16 km/10 miles, 3.5 h

day 13Osmotherley to Clay Bank Top Car Park 17 km/10.6 miles, 6 h

day 14Clay Bank Top Car Park to Blakey 13.8 km/8.6 miles, 4.5 h

day 15Blakey to Egton Bridge 16 km/10 miles, 4 h

day 16Egton Bridge to Robin Hood's Bay 25.7 km/16 miles, 7 h

day 17Arrangements end after breakfast

What's Included

Accommodation

16 nights accommodation in hotels and guesthouses on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities where available

Meals

16 breakfasts

Guide

Experienced walking guide who will accompany the group throughout

Others

One piece of luggage per person transferred from Inn to Inn, not exceeding 20kgWelcome briefingEmergency hotline

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

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based on 10 reviews

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