Discover the stunning, rugged beauty of Wales’ Pembrokeshire Coast with our 8-day self-guided walking tour. This adventure takes you along one of the UK’s most breathtaking routes, offering spectacular coastal scenery, charming villages, historic castles, and pristine beaches. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or a leisurely walker, our flexible itinerary allows you to explore at your own pace while enjoying carefully curated accommodations and detailed route notes. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich heritage of Pembrokeshire on this unforgettable coastal journey.
This 8-day self-guided walking tour covers the section of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path from Amroth to Dale, covering just over 117.4 km or 73.2 miles.
Important: Distances and ascent may vary slightly each day, depending on the location of your accommodations.
Prices / Dates
Price: £969 per person sharing
Single Supplement: +£350
Solo Traveller Supplement: +£120
Tour Dates: 1 April to 15 October
Tour Grade: Moderate
Accommodation: Guesthouse or B&B
Included / Excluded
- 7 nights bed & breakfast
- All accommodation is pre-booked in approved family-run guesthouses or B&Bs with all rooms en-suite.
- Maps and all route notes
- GPX Tracking Files for each day
- Details on restaurants and places of interest to visit along the way.
- Luggage transfers daily while you walk.
- Travel details to your first accommodation and at the end of the tour for you onward journey
- 24-7 Emergency Telephone support
- Public transport to the beginning of the tour and back at the end
- Packed Lunches
- Evening Meals
- Drinks & Snacks
- Personal Equipment
You will take public transport to the start of your adventure in Amroth, and we will provide you with all the details you require to get to your first accommodation. Or, you can check out and plan your own travel as part of the buildup to your adventure on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.
The best airports to arrive into are, Cardiff being the closest, but you can also fly to Bristol – Birmingham or Manchester and take a train to your first destination.
Remember, we will do all this planning for you at no extra charge, all we need is your arrival and departure destinations.
A complimentary taxi transfer (approximately 15 minutes) from your accommodation will take you to the starting point of your walk in Amroth.
The first section of the trail takes you through a short woodland stretch, one of the few woodland areas you’ll encounter along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. From here, you’ll enjoy stunning views across to Caldey Island. Continue along the promenade through Saundersfoot, a popular spot for windsurfing and seaside activities. Next, visit the ruins of the 13th-century Tenby Castle, and take a leisurely walk along the golden sands of Lydstep Haven. Your overnight stay will be in Manorbier.
Distance: 24. km / 15 miles, Ascent: 680 m / 2040 ft.
Approximate walking time: 7/8 hrs.
As you continue along the Pembrokeshire coast, the path winds through gentle rolling countryside and impressive headlands. As you pass Stackpole Quay, you’ll notice the cliffs change to limestone, rising sharply and dropping dramatically into the sea, offering a fresh perspective on the coastline. The route then guides you towards the lush, wooded Bosherston Lily Ponds. This tranquil freshwater habitat, abundant with wildlife and delicate lily pads, provides a serene and scenic conclusion to your walk.
Distance: 17 km / 1.7 miles, Ascent: 495 m / 1500 ft
Approximate walking time: 6/8 hrs.
Today, the trail passes through the Castlemartin military range. On certain days of the year, the range will be active with training exercises. If this occurs, you will need to make an additional detour of approximately 2 km. You will be given full details of training days and alternative routes in your tour pack.
For the first part of the walk, we’ve chosen to divert from the coast and follow the Wales Coastal Path through farmland for about 5 km, where you’ll meet the Pembrokeshire Coast Path at Merrion and continue as planned. The trail then descends to reach the coast at Freshwater West, before climbing steadily up onto the sea cliffs at Trewent Point. This 5 km section offers some of the most spectacular views of the day and truly highlights the rugged beauty of the coastline.
Your walk finishes in the charming village of Angle, nestled in a sheltered valley of East Angle Bay on the Milford Haven Waterway. From here, a short (20-minute) complementary taxi transfer will take you to your overnight stay in Pembroke.
Distance: 22 km / 13.75 miles. Ascent: 675 m / 2,025 ft
Approximate walking time: 7–8 hours.
A complementary 20-minute taxi ride back to Angel.
Today offers a gentler walking day, starting from Angle and heading along the coast past Angel Bay. Wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers will find this section particularly rewarding, with plenty of opportunities to observe local flora and fauna.
The trail then skirts around the headland, passing by some of Pembrokeshire’s industrial sites, which remain mostly hidden from view. As you approach Pembroke, the impressive silhouette of Pembroke Castle comes into sight. The castle is well worth a visit, but please be aware that there is an entry fee. Your overnight stay will be in Pembroke.
Distance: 19.2 km / 12 miles, Ascent: 365 m / 1095 ft
Approximate walking time: 6/7 hrs.
From Pembroke, the path crosses the Pembroke River at Mill Bridge, offering extensive views of the castle and the river. It then passes through a riverside woodland, where you can see the remains of old limestone quarries that once provided stone for the castle walls. Continuing, you’ll skirt the villages of Neyland and Llanstadwell before heading out into open countryside across fields at Hazel and Beach. Throughout this section, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the waterway leading back towards Pembroke and the Cleddau Bridge. Your overnight stay will be in Milford Haven.
Distance: 20 km / 12.5 miles, Ascent: 430 m / 1290 ft
Approximate walking time: 7/8 hrs
You will have two river crossings today, both with the aid of a low bridge. These crossings must be made at low tide, or you will need to take detours. Tidal times are included in your tour notes.
The trail begins by taking you out of Milford Haven along a scenic coastal path that overlooks the harbour, leading into the charming village of Sandy Haven. Here, you will cross a low bridge, and then the trail continues around Little and Great Castle Head, Watch House Point, and into the sandy beach of Aber y Gann. This area is ideal for birdwatching.
After crossing the causeway, follow the trail into Dale. Due to the lack of accommodation in Dale, we may have to offer you a complimentary transfer to either an overnight stay in Marloes or back to Milford Haven for a second night.
Distance: 15.2 km / 9.5 miles, Ascent: 290 m / 870 ft
Approximate walking time: 5 /6 hrs
After breakfast, your walking adventure on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path will come to an end. We will supply you with full travel details to get to your next destination.
Why not check our Pembrokeshire Coast 6-Day self-guided walk tour. Or be really adverntuaaus on our 12-Day Pembrokeshire Coastal Path
