The Cornish Coastal Path
One of the finest walk’s in Britain explores the scenic coast of the south west peninsula of Cornwall. This week long itinerary takes in the some of the most scenic and varied coast on either side of Lizard Head, the southern most tip of England.
The great thing about Cornwall is that it enjoys the mildest climate in Britain and one can enjoy walking there both early and late in the year, when other parts of the country are still in winter plumage. On the west coast,battered incessantly by the Atlantic waves, are the precipitous coves of Kynance and Mullion, cut deeply and jaggedly into the dark serpentine rock. Further east, while still rugged, the coast is more sheltered, with picturesque fishing villages such asCadgwith and Portloe. Between Portloe and the Lizard, the coast is deeply indented by the valleys of the Helford and Fal Rivers, whose steep slopes are clad with dense forest. Helford River was the romantic setting for Daphne du Maurier's novel ‘Frenchmans Creek’. She loved Cornwall, and so will you!
TRAIL MARKERS: The route is along the coastal path, well signposted and easy to follow.
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS: On a bed and breakfast basis in comfortable country inns and guesthouses. Ensuite facilities when available.
ARRIVALS: The tour starts atMevagissey reached by bus or taxi from the main line rail station at St. Austell. Most convenient major city and airport is London. By train from London Paddington or Reading to St. Austell. The first hotel is in Mevagissey which is five miles from thetrain station.
END OF TOUR: After breakfast on day 8. Taxi from Marazion to Penzance for the rail connections back to London. There are regular departures throughout the day.
Self Guided Inn to Inn 8 days
CODE: SSC
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* This tour is also available as an ESCORTED DEPARTURE
CODE: SCCE
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