South West Coast Path: St Ives to Penzance | Stage 4 | 6 days
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This walking holiday through southwest Cornwall will take you along beautiful coastal trails, stunning cliffs, coves and dunes that will make your walks memorable.
Visit charming seaside villages and enjoy its great artistic and cultural range, which include the headquarters of the renowned Tate Gallery, the house and garden that belonged to the sculptor Barbara Hepworth and the Minack Theatre.
In short, if you are looking for beautiful beaches, with charming corners and villages, delicious seafood; Calm days of walking and some more challenging stretches, always accompanied by incredible views, then this route is for you.
- Visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, featuring abstract geometric figures made of bronze.
- Visit Kenidjack Cliff Castle.
- On one of your walks you'll encounter Logan Rock, an 80-ton rocking stone.
- Walk to Porthcurno Bay, located at the western end of Cornwall.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in St. Ives
We recommend starting your trip in London, where you can take a train to St Erth, and from there another train to St. Ives.
St. Ives is a charming fishing village with cobblestoned streets and great cultural heritage, with a large number of galleries, including the Tate Gallery. Enjoy its port and the surrounding streets, with shopping, cafes and restaurants next to the beach.
St. Ives is a charming fishing village with cobblestoned streets and great cultural heritage, with a large number of galleries, including the Tate Gallery. Enjoy its port and the surrounding streets, with shopping, cafes and restaurants next to the beach.
Overnight in St. Ives
The Western Hotel
This accommodation is located near the city port. It features rooms with private bathrooms, adorned with a decor that blends the original architecture with modern furnishings and decorations. Additionally, indulge in the incredible on-site restaurant that offers live musical performances.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Enjoy your day in St. Ives
Discover all the charm of the village by taking a tour of its museums and art galleries, you can find small spaces of local artists, even as world-renowned such as the Tate Gallery.
Visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, a local artist renowned for her abstract geometric figures made of bronze.
Be sure to visit the old part of St. Ives, Down-a-long, where you can find shops and cafes full of history and typical objects of the region.
Visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, a local artist renowned for her abstract geometric figures made of bronze.
Be sure to visit the old part of St. Ives, Down-a-long, where you can find shops and cafes full of history and typical objects of the region.
Overnight in St. Ives
The Western Hotel
This accommodation is located near the city port. It features rooms with private bathrooms, adorned with a decor that blends the original architecture with modern furnishings and decorations. Additionally, indulge in the incredible on-site restaurant that offers live musical performances.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - St. Ives to Pendeen 13 miles I 21 km
Take the road south, on a coastal walk over terrain that will take you through Zennor, over the steep hills on the Atlantic coast of Cornwall.
The path continues along the stunning Bosigran Cliff to Pendeen Watch, with its famous 17-metre-high lighthouse.
The path continues along the stunning Bosigran Cliff to Pendeen Watch, with its famous 17-metre-high lighthouse.
Overnight in Pendeen
The North Inn
This accommodation will provide you with a family atmosphere where you can relax in comfortable rooms with tea and coffee making facilities.
Enjoy its beautiful garden with sea views.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy its beautiful garden with sea views.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Pendeen to Porthcurno 16,5 miles I 26 km
The first stretch of this day's walk will take you along the Penwith Peninsula and Kenidjack Cliff Castle, surrounded by three rows of walls. You will walk along the beach at Sennen Cove, an ideal place for surfers and with a port surrounded by art galleries.
Continue along towering cliffs, coves and dunes to Porthcurno Bay, located at the western end of Cornwall. In this town, you can visit the Minack Theatre, located on a cliff, and the Porthcurno Telegraph Museum.
Penzance: in case there is no availability in Porthcurno, you will be accommodated in Penzance. We will make arrangements for you to have the necessary transfers between the locations.
Continue along towering cliffs, coves and dunes to Porthcurno Bay, located at the western end of Cornwall. In this town, you can visit the Minack Theatre, located on a cliff, and the Porthcurno Telegraph Museum.
Penzance: in case there is no availability in Porthcurno, you will be accommodated in Penzance. We will make arrangements for you to have the necessary transfers between the locations.
Overnight in Porthcurno
Rockridge House
This Bed and Breakfast features single and double rooms with a private bathroom. It has everything you need to have a quiet stay, surrounded by beautiful coasts that you will surely want to visit.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Porthcurno to Penzance 11 miles I 18 km
Starting on this day of walking, you will encounter Logan Rock, an 80-ton rock that in ancient times was well known for being able to be balanced in a simple way, today this rocking stone still sways, but with much more effort.
The coastal landscape will change as you walk through to Lamorna Cove, which is covered by vegetation and gives way to wooded terrain before returning to the road that leads directly to Penzance, a town where you will find big shops and places dedicated to art and culture.
The coastal landscape will change as you walk through to Lamorna Cove, which is covered by vegetation and gives way to wooded terrain before returning to the road that leads directly to Penzance, a town where you will find big shops and places dedicated to art and culture.
Overnight in Penzance
Elmsdale Guest House
Stay in cosy family accommodation, located close to the town centre, restaurants, pubs and shops.
It offers Wi-Fi and rooms with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It offers Wi-Fi and rooms with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Penzance
After having your breakfast, you will have different options to make the return trip: if you are traveling by air, you can head to Newquay Airport; you can also take the train or a bus to London Paddington.
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Included
- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- 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
Start your journey in London, where you can take a train to St Erth, and from there another train to St. Ives.
At the end of your route, you will have the following transportation options:
Air travel: You can head to Newquay Airport, the closest to Penzance. Other options will be Bristol and a choice of airports in London.
Travel by train or bus: In Penzance, you will find direct routes to London.
At the end of your route, you will have the following transportation options:
Air travel: You can head to Newquay Airport, the closest to Penzance. Other options will be Bristol and a choice of airports in London.
Travel by train or bus: In Penzance, you will find direct routes to London.
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 should my physical preparation be?
This walking holiday has a moderate degree of difficulty, it is completed along coastal trails with some steep ascents and descents, so it is recommended that you are in good physical condition, that allows you to take the walks over hills comfortably.
We recommend preparing for this trip by walking on mountainous terrain and doing cardiovascular exercise on a constant basis.
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 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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