Walking South Devon's Coastal Path
Walking South Devon's Coastal Path
Walking South Devon's Coastal Path
8 Days Starting in Plymouth and ending in Dartmouth
Visiting: Plymouth, England, Plymouth, Wembury, Hope Cove, Devon, England, Salcombe, England, Dartmouth England
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W07DE
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
12-99
Tour Overview
The walk from Plymouth to Dartmouth runs through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You'll experience a coastline of spectacular contrasts from rugged cliffs, unspoilt estuaries, and sandy beaches, to patchwork countryside and charming villages. Discover the stories of shipwrecks and coastal defences, admire the rich fauna and flora and of course, soak up the incredible seascapes and coastal views.
Start your trip by exploring the maritime history of Plymouth, where you'll enjoy stunning views across Plymouth Sound as you make your way along the cliff tops. Journey through woodland and across beautiful beaches as you round Devon's most southerly headlands.
You'll stay in hand-picked guesthouses, pubs with rooms or small hotels. They are well suited to walkers, located close to the trail and offer comfortable accommodation with a good breakfast to start your day. Most of the accommodations offer parking and are dog-friendly - please enquire for further details.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Plymouth
Location: Plymouth, England
Arrive at your hotel in Plymouth, just a few minutes from the waterfront on Plymouth Hoe and approx. 10mins from Plymouth train station. Take some time to visit the local sights including the Hoe, Barbican, Elizabethan House, and the National Marine Aquarium.
Overnight Imperial Hotel 4*, Plymouth (breakfast included).
Day 2 : Plymouth To Wembury Via Plym Estuary
Location: Plymouth
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take the ferry from Barbican Quay across the River Plym (paid locally - approx. £2pp). On arrival at Mount Batten, you'll follow the coastal path accompanied by panoramic views of Plymouth Sound. Continue through wooded cliff tops up to Staddon Heights, an area of historic Victorian military defences. Enjoy stunning views towards the Breakwater across Plymouth Sound and the Great Mewstone as you near the end of today's walk.
Overnight Wembury Bay B&B 3H or Shearwater B&B 4H, Wembury (breakfast included).
Day 3 : Wembury To Mothecombe Via Yealm Estuary
Location: Wembury
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take the ferry from Warren Point to Noss Mayo across Yealm Estuary (paid locally - approx. £4pp). Follow the path through Passage Wood alongside the river and onto Mouthstone Point with lovely views of Wembury Bay and the Mewstone. Walk along cliff tops towards Stoke Beach where a steady incline takes you to Beacon Hill, then towards Meadowsfoot Beach at Mothecombe. Your day ends by wading across the Erme Estuary to arrive at your next hotel.Â
Please note: There is no ferry across Erme Estuary. You will need to wade across at or near low tide (90 minutes either side of low tide is recommended) or arrange a local taxi for approx. £35 one way.
Please note: Transfers are included to/from the accommodation when staying in Modbury.
Overnight Dolphin Inn 3H, Kingston or Exeter Inn 3H, Modbury (breakfast included).
Day 4 : Wonwell To Hope Cove Via Avon Estuary
Location: Hope Cove, Devon, England
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today's walk takes you through Wrinkle Wood, skirting around Wonwell Beach and along cliff tops before reaching the unspoilt beaches at Westcombe and Ayrmer. You'll be rewarded with beautiful views of Burgh Island and the South Hams coastline. You'll take the ferry from Cockleridge Ham to Bantham across the Avon Estuary (paid locally - approx. £4pp). Walk along low cliffs to Thurlestone and past South Milton Ley Nature Reserve before arriving at Hope Cove.
Overnight Hope & Anchor 3H or Cottage Hotel 4H (breakfast included).
Day 5 : Hope Cove To Salcombe
Location: Salcombe, England
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the path to Bolt Tail through a small wood before emerging onto open ground with spectacular views across Bigbury Bay coastal villages. On a clear day you can see as far as Dodman Point further west on the Cornish Coast. Head towards Bolberry Down and along cliff tops to the secluded Soar Mill Cove. Upon reaching Bolt Head, you'll soon enter woodland and pass Overbeck's Garden before winding down to Salcombe's South Sands Beach.
Overnight Waverley Guesthouse 3H or Fortescue Inn 3*, Salcombe (breakfast included).
Day 6 : Salcombe To Torcross Via Salcombe Estuary
Location: Salcombe, England
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take the ferry from Salcombe to East Portlemouth across Salcombe Estuary (paid locally - approx. £2pp). Today takes you through one of the more remote but beautiful sections of the South Devon Coastal Path. Some short inclines and rocky sections take you to Portlemouth Down where you can enjoy fine views across the estuary. The trail continues past Gara Beach, winding gently along the cliffs known as the 'Swine Trail'; some care is needed close to the cliff edges as you round Prawle Point (Devon's most southerly point) and then further onto Start Point with its iconic lighthouse.
Please note: Transfers are included to/from the accommodation when staying in Stokenham.
Overnight Cricket Inn 4*, Beesands or Church House Inn 3H Stokenham (breakfast included).
Day 7 : Beesands To Dartmouth
Location: Dartmouth, England
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today's walk climbs through woods around the old Beesands Quarry, across Slapton Sands and Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. You'll enjoy lovely views east and west along the coastline, passing through charming villages as you continue to the entrance of the Dart Estuary. Follow the coastal path to Dartmouth Castle where you can learn about this historic building and Dartmouth port.
Overnight Townstal Farmhouse B&B 3* or The Royal Castle Hotel 4*, Dartmouth (breakfast included).
Day 8 : Depart Dartmouth
Location: Dartmouth, England
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive home or take a local taxi to Totnes train station (approx. 30mins) for onward rail connections.
What's Included
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7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 3
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 hotels
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All breakfasts
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
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Headwater navigation app
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Luggage transfers between hotels (20kg max per bag)
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Car transfers as per itinerary
What's Not Included
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Lunches & dinners
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Travel insurance
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Single supplements
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Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
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Visas and vaccinations
Food
Accommodation
This beautiful, family-owned townhouse is award-winning in Plymouth. Centrally located, you can walk to a local swimming pool, the famous Plymouth Hoe, and the Theatre Royal. A delicious breakfast is served at the hotel, there is also free parking available on site.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes luggage transfers between hotels and car transfers as per the itinerary. Local ferries are used to cross estuaries, with costs paid locally. Transfers are included to/from accommodations when staying in certain locations.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 7 nights of hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 3 and 4-star hotels. The accommodation includes a family-owned townhouse in Plymouth, B&Bs in Wembury, inns in Kingston or Modbury, and guesthouses or inns in Salcombe, Beesands, or Dartmouth.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
All breakfasts are included in the tour package. However, lunches and dinners are not included and will need to be arranged separately.
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Is luggage transfer provided during the tour?
Yes, luggage transfers between hotels are included in the tour package, with a maximum weight of 20kg per bag.
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Are there any ferry rides included in the itinerary?
Yes, the itinerary includes several ferry rides across estuaries, such as the River Plym, Yealm Estuary, Avon Estuary, and Salcombe Estuary. These ferry rides are paid locally.
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What should I do if I cannot wade across the Erme Estuary?
If you cannot wade across the Erme Estuary, you can arrange a local taxi for approximately £35 one way.
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Is there a navigation aid provided for the walking routes?
Yes, the tour includes the Headwater navigation app to assist with the walking routes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.