Route: From Coverack to Port Isaac (Shorter Daily Distances)

The daily mileages of this itinerary are less than standard giving you a great chance to explore the villages you come across, stop and take photographs or just spend time sitting on beaches or cliffs. About 10% of our walkers choose this pace, and they are normally either new to walking holidays, or like to take their time.

Itinerary & Costs


The Daily Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive
Coverack
Day 2:
Coverack to The Lizard
Distance: 11 miles Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous
Day 3:
The Lizard to Mullion
Distance: 8.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate
- Day 4:
Mullion to Praa Sands
Distance: 12 miles Difficulty: Moderate

Due to a lack of accommodation in Praa Sands, it may be necessary to accommodate you elsewhere and include transfers to and from the accommodation.

Day 5:
Praa Sands to Penzance
Distance: 10 miles Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
- Day 6:
Penzance to Porthcurno
Distance: 11 miles Difficulty: Moderate

Due to a lack of accommodation in Porthcurno, it may be necessary to accommodate you elsewhere and include transfers to and from the accommodation.

Day 7:
Porthcurno to Sennen
Distance: 6.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate/Easy
Day 8:
Sennen to Pendeen
Distance: 9 miles Difficulty: Strenuous/Moderate
- Day 9:
Pendeen to Zennor
Distance: 9 miles Difficulty: Strenuous

Due to a lack of accommodation in Zennor, it may be necessary to accommodate you elsewhere and include transfers to and from the accommodation.

Day 10:
Zennor to St Ives
Distance: 6.5 miles Difficulty: Strenuous
Day 11:
St Ives to Hayle
Distance: 6 miles Difficulty: Easy
Day 12:
Hayle to Portreath
Distance: 12 miles Difficulty: Moderate/Easy
Day 13:
Portreath to Perranporth
Distance: 12 miles Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous
- Day 14:
Perranporth to Newquay
Distance: 11 miles Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous

The distance above is based on crossing The Gannel at Fern Pit Cafe, either using the bridge (low tide) or the ferry (high tide / operates May to mid September). There are 2 alternative bridges to take a little further upstream. Penpol Bridge +1 mile or Trenance Bridge +2.5 miles.

- Day 15:
Newquay to Porthcothan
Distance: 10.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate

Due to a lack of accommodation in Porthcothan, it may be necessary to accommodate you elsewhere and include transfers to and from the accommodation.

Day 16:
Porthcothan to Padstow
Distance: 13.5 miles Difficulty: Easy
- Day 17:
Padstow to Port Isaac
Distance: 11.5 miles Difficulty: Strenuous

Short ferry ride from Padstow to Rock.

Day 18: Depart
Port Isaac
 

What's Included

  • Accommodation for the length of your holiday including the night before you start walking and the evening after your final day's walking in good quality B&Bs, Inns and small hotels. This will be en-suite wherever possible.
  • Breakfast - This may be a full cooked or continental option depending on accommodation. Evening meals can be arranged with certain accommodations for an additional charge.
  • A Personalised Holiday Pack containing maps and addresses for accommodations, pick up points and daily mileage information.
  • If you are crossing a river using a ferry or on foot at low tide then we will provide you with the relevant information to assist.
  • Luggage transfers between each accommodation. 1 bag per person up to 20 kilograms. Additional bags can be added upon request.
  • Phone line support between the hours of 0900-1900, 7 days a week for the length of your holiday.
  • If required, path to accommodation or round river transfers (free of charge)

Optional Extras

The following items are optional and can be removed to reduce the cost of your holiday.

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Holiday Summary

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Itinerary

16 Days / 17 Nights 10.0 miles daily avg


Difficulty

Rating: 2


Walkers

Number in Group: 2


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Cost £2,254 per person

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Total Cost £4,508

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