Fife Coastal Path – 8 Days & 7 Nights
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Walk among prehistoric caves and castles, as you immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes rich with flora and fauna on the Fife Coast in eastern Scotland.
- Visit charming and picturesque fishing villages.
- Learn about the history and culture of these lands.
- Explore fascinating places that inspired great writers.
- Explore St. Andrews Castle and Cathedral
- Get to know the region's famous golf courses.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in North Queensferry
North Queensferry, a picturesque village located between the iconic Forth and Forth Road bridges, is the starting point for this magical tour of the Fife Coast.
Overnight in North Queensferry
DoubleTree by Hilton
The hotel is located on the Firth of Forth and enjoys stunning views of the iconic Forth Bridge.
Your stay will begin in a very welcoming way, with a distinctive DoubleTree cookie. The rooms feature modern decor and include a private bathroom, LED TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a small refrigerator, and a desk. In the hotel's restaurant, you can find a variety of dishes from both national and international cuisine. Feel free to ask for anything, as everything is made of fresh products.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Your stay will begin in a very welcoming way, with a distinctive DoubleTree cookie. The rooms feature modern decor and include a private bathroom, LED TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a small refrigerator, and a desk. In the hotel's restaurant, you can find a variety of dishes from both national and international cuisine. Feel free to ask for anything, as everything is made of fresh products.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - North Queensferry to Burntisland 12 miles | 19 km
You will start the day walking through the magnificent Carlingnose Wildlife Reserve, a true paradise for lovers of flora and fauna. There you will find a wide variety of exotic plant species.
Later you'll continue to St. David’s Harbour and pass Downing Point, a World War I military complex.
At the end of the day, you will walk near Aberdour, a small and historic village on the south coast of Fife.
Later you'll continue to St. David’s Harbour and pass Downing Point, a World War I military complex.
At the end of the day, you will walk near Aberdour, a small and historic village on the south coast of Fife.
Overnight in Burntisland
Burntisland Sands Hotel
The Sands is a friendly hotel with great mouth-watering traditional food and impressive surroundings.
Enjoy the professionalism of the staff that will provide you with nie and clean rooms where you can have a good rest in the comfy beds.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy the professionalism of the staff that will provide you with nie and clean rooms where you can have a good rest in the comfy beds.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Burntisland to Leven 16,5 miles | 27 km
The first section on this day will be through a volcanic area and along the way you can find several marine fossils.
Arriving in Kirkcaldy, you will find Ravenscraig Castle, a fortress built in the early 15th century, during the reign of James II.
Later you will continue to Dysart, an ancient town located on the southeast coast, which in the past, formed part of the properties that the powerful St. Clair family owned.
Then, heading on to Leven, you will pass through the Wemyss Caves, considered as a part of national heritage.
Arriving in Kirkcaldy, you will find Ravenscraig Castle, a fortress built in the early 15th century, during the reign of James II.
Later you will continue to Dysart, an ancient town located on the southeast coast, which in the past, formed part of the properties that the powerful St. Clair family owned.
Then, heading on to Leven, you will pass through the Wemyss Caves, considered as a part of national heritage.
Overnight in Leven
Dunclutha Guest House
You will love the welcome you receive in this house that was originally the Rectory for the nearby Scottish Episcopal Church.
The surroundings are bright and cheerful, making it a perfect place to rest and feel comfortable. All rooms have Freeview TV and tea and coffee-making facilities, with homemade cookies.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
The surroundings are bright and cheerful, making it a perfect place to rest and feel comfortable. All rooms have Freeview TV and tea and coffee-making facilities, with homemade cookies.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Leven to Elie 8,5 miles | 14 km
To get to Elie, you can choose between walking along sandy beaches until you reach Lundin Links, a small villagelocated on the south coast of Fife, or go along a route that crosses the dunes, where you can enjoy the beautiful flora and fauna found there.
If you have an adventurous spirit, this day will be ideal for you, as you will have the opportunity to venture walking along the Elie Chainwalk, a path that winds along the base of a cliff.
If you have an adventurous spirit, this day will be ideal for you, as you will have the opportunity to venture walking along the Elie Chainwalk, a path that winds along the base of a cliff.
Overnight in Elie
The Ship Inn
Ship Inn has 6 beautiful and individually designed rooms, 4 of which have stunning views over Elie Bay. All of them feature Egyptian cotton sheets and Scottish bathroom products.
Their great food is made of the local products provided by the best suppliers, as meat and fish from Fife farmers or lobster landed along the East Neuk Coast.
The Ship Inn sits proudly overlooking the beach and is the perfect base to explore the wonderful coastline.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Their great food is made of the local products provided by the best suppliers, as meat and fish from Fife farmers or lobster landed along the East Neuk Coast.
The Ship Inn sits proudly overlooking the beach and is the perfect base to explore the wonderful coastline.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Elie to Crail 10,5 miles | 17 km
You'll start the day walking to St. Monans, East Neuk's smallest harbour. You'll make a first stop at an old windmill and then head to Anstruther, a beautiful fishing village south of St. Andrews, where you can enjoy a plate of the best fish.
Later, you will continue your journey on to Crail, another charming fishing village that will delight you with its beauty and fascinating views of its harbour, one of Scotland's most photographed.
Later, you will continue your journey on to Crail, another charming fishing village that will delight you with its beauty and fascinating views of its harbour, one of Scotland's most photographed.
Overnight in Crail
The Golf Hotel
This hotel in a 16th century grade a listed building, situated in the picturesque village of Crail will provide you with fantastic facilities and great food.
To spend a pleasant time, the accommodation offers its garden, shared lounge, and terrace.
Don't miss the oportunity to explore the stunning eastern coastline of Scotland.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
To spend a pleasant time, the accommodation offers its garden, shared lounge, and terrace.
Don't miss the oportunity to explore the stunning eastern coastline of Scotland.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Crail to St. Andrews 13,5 miles | 22 km
Today's tour will be to St. Andrews, a seaside town to the north-east of Edinburgh, famous for its numerous golf courses and the ruins of the castle with the same name, formerly the residence of important Scottish bishops and archbishops.
The walk will be long and demanding, but it will be worth it, because you can enjoy fascinating landscapes and observe the coast in its maximum splendour.
The walk will be long and demanding, but it will be worth it, because you can enjoy fascinating landscapes and observe the coast in its maximum splendour.
Overnight in St. Andrews
The Albany Hotel
A Boutique Town House Hotel nestled in the heart of St Andrews presents a quaint old building with a warm personality.
If you wish to see the world's most famous and oldest golf course, you have to walk only 10 min.
With only 22 rooms (all en-suite), very high standards in accommodation and service are maintained and completed with warm and caring attitude towards the guests.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - St. Andrews to Newport-on-Tay 18,5 miles | 30 km
On this last day of walking you will learn about the ruins of St. Andrews Castle, the former residence of important Scottish bishops and archbishops, and then follow your way to the Eden Estuary Nature Reserve, a natural treasure, a refuge for a large number of species, including port seals.
You'll continue through the woods to Newport-On-Tay, a small town east of the Tay road and railway bridges.
You'll continue through the woods to Newport-On-Tay, a small town east of the Tay road and railway bridges.
Overnight in Newport-on-Tay
The Newport
This small accommodation consists of four beautiful and unique rooms designed and furnished around each of their names. There is a space to relax, unwind and truly take in all The Newport has to show as a getaway. Some feature stunning views over the River Tay and the surrounding area of Fife and Dundee coastline.
Don't miss the oportunity to enjoy the exquisite cuisine at their highly demaded restaurant.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Don't miss the oportunity to enjoy the exquisite cuisine at their highly demaded restaurant.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 8 - Newport-On-Tay
This unforgettable tour of the Fife Coast has come to an end. After a delicious breakfast, you can make your way home.
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Included
- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
- Taxes
Extras
- Travel insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
Accomodation
General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & transfers
To reach the starting point of this walking holiday on the Fife Coast we recommend the following options:
The first is to take a flight to Edinburgh and from there a train to North Queensferry (20 minutes).
The second is to get to Glasgow, and from there take a train to North Queensferry (about 1h 15m).
The third option is to get to Dundee, and from there a train to North Queensferry (about 1h 20m).
When you've finished your trip, you can head to St. Andrews and from there take a bus to continue your tour of Scotland or head to the city from where you're taking the flight back to your place of origin.
The first is to take a flight to Edinburgh and from there a train to North Queensferry (20 minutes).
The second is to get to Glasgow, and from there take a train to North Queensferry (about 1h 15m).
The third option is to get to Dundee, and from there a train to North Queensferry (about 1h 20m).
When you've finished your trip, you can head to St. Andrews and from there take a bus to continue your tour of Scotland or head to the city from where you're taking the flight back to your place of origin.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What is the best time of year to do this trip?
We recommend you make this walking holiday between the end of March and October.
In particular, between April and May, it can be a good time to travel as the weather is quite pleasant.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What should my physical preparation be?
This route has a medium-low difficulty level, but we have itineraries that suit your needs. It is recommended that you are in good physical condition to make the most of this walking holiday.
Do I need to take out travel insurance?
Yes, this is a requirement to book with us. It's important that this insurance covers your activities, emergency evacuation, and hospital care.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
What if I'm not able to finish one of the stages?
You can call us to arrange a private transfer for you.
If you prefer, you can also use public transport or local taxis to get to your next accommodation.
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