Pembrokeshire is a fantastic destination for a walking holiday, offering stunning coastal scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich history. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path stretches for 186 miles, providing breathtaking views of cliffs, beaches, and hidden coves. Walkers can enjoy everything from gentle strolls to challenging hikes. The area is home to incredible wildlife, including seals, puffins, dolphins, and seabirds. Skomer Island is particularly famous for its puffin colonies. Along the way, you’ll discover beautiful beaches such as Barafundle Bay, Whitesands, and Freshwater West, as well as charming coastal villages like Tenby, St Davids, and Solva. History lovers can explore Pembroke Castle, the birthplace of Henry VII, and St Davids Cathedral, along with ancient sites such as Neolithic tombs and Iron Age forts. There are varied walking routes to suit all fitness levels, whether you prefer a short scenic walk or a multi-day adventure.
Pembrokeshire is also known for its stunning sunsets and Dark Sky Reserves, making it a great place for stargazing after a day of walking.
Highlights:
♦ Moylgrove to Newport Walk – breathtaking coastal views and finish at the peaceful Newport Sands at the mouth of the Afon Nyfer
♦ Strumble Head Hike – the rugged coastline is rich in history, with links to the ancient stones of Stonehenge and stunning rocky landscapes
♦ Trefin to St Davids Route – explore the industrial heritage of Porthgain, enjoy scenic coastal cliffs, and the historic city of St Davids with its impressive cathedral.
Itinerary:
Day 1. Newport
Arrival Newport, Pembrokeshire, a small town at the mouth of the Afon Nyfer (River Nevern).
Day 2. Newport - Moylgrove Coastal - Newport
Take the included taxi to Moylgrove Coastal and then walk back to Newport. You start from 150m high cliffs with spectacular views and finish on the flat Newport Sands at the mouth of the Afon Nyfer. Overnight in Newport. B/-/-
Walking: 12 km
Day 3. Newport - Fishguard
A hike of about 6 hours to the larger town of Fishguard. Walk around beautiful Dinas Island, in fact a peninsula, enjoying the richly coloured moors on the coastal hills. Overnight in Fishguard. B/-/-
Walking: 20 km
Day 4. Fishguard - Tref Asser and then Taxi to Abercastle
Today you walk mostly along the rugged rocky coast, and around Strumble Head. The rocks of the hinterland of Pembrokeshire provided the building blocks for the magnificent stone circle at Stonehenge. After about 6.5 hours, you reach the hamlet of Tref Asser and then take your included Taxi to the village of Abercastle for overnight stay. B/-/-
Walking: 19 km
Day 5. Taxi to Tref Asser - Abercastle
Return by included taxi to Tref Asser and continue along the coastal path from where you left it yesterday, passing some beautiful sandy coves in the lee of rocky cliffs. Hiking time: about 5.5 hours. Overnight in Abercastle. B/-/-
Walking: 11 km
Day 6. Abercastle - White Sands Bay - St.David's
From Abercastle walk to Porthgain where you see the remains of the slate industry in Wales and continue along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to White Sands Bay. Here you can walk or take a bus for the short 2.5 km run to St. Davids, a pretty town hidden in the Alun Valley. Total walking time to St. David is approximately 6.5 hours. Overnight in St. Davids. B/-/-
Walking: 23 km
Day 7. St. David's
Walk or take a bus/taxi (not included) to Whitesands Bay, then walk to Solva. The coastal path continues to the fishing village of Solva. Below the cliffs are inaccessible beaches, populated by seals in the autumn. In Solva, take the bus (or taxi if no bus running - not included) back to St. David's, walking time: 5.5 hours. You can also visit the bird-rich Ramsey Islands or do a Whale Safari (www.ramseyisland.co.uk). Overnight in St. David's. B/-/-
Walking: 20 km
Day 8. Departure
The tour ends after breakfast. B/-/-
Practical information:
Public transport buses operate only from April to September, and there are no services on Sundays or on Bank Holidays.
Nessesary equipment: sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), small rucksack/day pack, 1 x water bottle with 1 litre capacity, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch, first-aid kit.
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