The Ridgeway: a historic trail through the south of England in 10 days

This fascinating tour of The Ridgeway begins in Avebury, a small village surrounded by prehistoric monuments, including the famous and ancient eponymous stone circle.

Overnight in Avebury

Today you will formally start the walk on The Ridgeway, and from Avebury, you will have two options to reach the official starting point. One of the routes will take you through the 5,000-year-old Avebury Stone Circle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is really worth knowing.

Later you can continue on your way to Ogbourne St. George, a charming village on the banks of the River Og.

Overnight in Ogbourne St. George

Head down The Ridgeway to Foxhill, and then follow your route to Woolstone, a charming little village at the foot of the Berkshire Downs, which is characterized by its thatched roof huts.

Overnight in Woolstone

You can start the day by taking a detour to visit White Horse Hill, a hill famous for the Uffington White Horse, a horse-shaped pictogram the size of a football field that is more than 3,000 years old.

Later you'll follow your way to Letcombe Regis, a town in Oxfordshire.

Overnight in Letcombe Regis

Today you will walk on wide paths that will not require much effort. During the day, you'll be able to gaze at beautiful landscapes and, if you're lucky, you'll be able to see the Chiltern Hills stretching about 80 km (49.7 miles) through the counties of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

Later, the terrain will be a little more uneven, you will walk on the banks of the River Thames, the most important in England, until you reach Goring.

Overnight in Goring

Start your day feeling the fresh, pure air of the open countryside as you walk along the banks of the renowned River Thames.

Later, the trails begin to reduce and you will pass through beautiful and traditional villages. Then you will continue through Swyncombe until you reach your destination for today: Watlington, a small village nestled in the Chilterns.

Overnight in Watlington

Today you can enjoy the views, because the walk will be very calm, and you will not have to push yourself very much. If you wish, you will have the possibility to deviate to visit one of the traditional villages in the region, such as Lewknor.

Then you'll continue in the middle of a flora-filled forest until you reach Princes Risborough, a small town located between the Aylesbury Valley and the western part of the Chilterns.

Overnight in Princes Risborough

Today's walk will be a little more demanding than in previous days, as the first part will be over uneven terrain with several ascents.

You can stop in the charming town of Wendover to recharge your batteries, and then follow your way amid fascinating forests, all the way to your destination: Tring, a traditional Hertfordshire town.

Overnight in Tring

Today's walk is perfect for closing this unforgettable tour of The Ridgeway with a flourish. Although it will require physical effort, the landscapes which you can admire will definitely be worth it. You will pass through a beautiful nature reserve and have the privilege of getting to know Pitstone Hill, a place that will take your breath away, because its beauty is exceptional.

Later you will arrive at Ivinghoe Beacon, a hill located 249 metres above sea level which is a local icon, as it is the ideal point to enjoy incredible views.

At the end of the day, you can return to your hotel in Tring.

Overnight in Tring

The day has come to say goodbye to this fantastic holiday through the south of England to return to your place of origin.

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