Coast to Coast Guided Explorer - 17 Days

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What a journey. A great experience and wonderful bunch of walkers to share it with. The guide was very helpful and it was a joy to be able to walk and appreciate the countryside without having to think about the route. The bag transport worked like magic, with bags always appearing at the next accommodation. Highly recommended.

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17 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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St Bees, 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

Walk the famous Coast to Coast trail guided from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. For those seeking a more relaxed pace on one of Britain’s most iconic long-distance trails, our 17-day guided Coast to Coast Rambler walk is the perfect option. While the classic Wainwright route is typically completed in 15 days, this extended itinerary allows extra time to appreciate the journey, engage with the landscape, and enjoy the camaraderie of a small, guided group. Covering approximately 315km (195 miles) across three spectacular national parks, this is English hillwalking at its finest — made all the more rewarding with thoughtful pacing and expert support. Though slightly gentler, the hike remains a true challenge and a deeply satisfying achievement. The adventure begins in the seaside village of St Bees on the Irish Sea, climbing into the dramatic Lake District, where mountain passes and serene lakes appear early in the walk. From there, the trail winds through the Yorkshire Dales, over the mystical Nine Standards Rigg, and along the River Swale to the historic town of Richmond. The 17-day version gives more time to explore the North York Moors, breaking up longer days between Richmond and Blakey before reaching the North Sea coast. The journey ends at Robin Hood’s Bay, where tradition calls for dipping your boots in the sea — and celebrating with a pint, ice cream, or glass of fizz. Along the way, stay in handpicked guesthouses, country inns, and cosy hotels, all known for their warm welcomes and hearty meals. Each day brings timeless villages, dry stone walls, and satisfying English breakfasts. It’s remarkable that this trail was only designated a National Trail in 2022, nearly 50 years after Wainwright’s vision. Walk it with us and discover why it remains a national treasure. Scroll down to compare all our Coast to Coast options and find the journey that suits your walking style best.

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

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