Hiking The Majestic Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales - Self Guided Hike

Pembrokeshire has one of the most spectacular coastlines in the British Isles. This walk includes some of its most beautiful stretches, featuring magnificent cliffs, hidden beaches, varied birdlife and some interesting fishing villages and historic towns, including the cathedral town of St. Davids. The Coastal Bus makes possible a flexible walking program. Practical information: You will walk between 13 and 18 km per day over beaches, cliffs, and (un)paved roads, with a height between 350 and 550 m. There are some short, steep climbs, but these are very well maintained. Sometimes, you will walk inland from the coastal path to reach your accommodation or bus stop. Because the accommodation is a short distance from the coast, the coastal bus is essential. The Coastal Bus (eg Poppin Rocket and Puffin Shuttle) travels up and down the coast between villages. You usually overnight for two nights in each destination, and the walking program is formulated to tie in with the bus schedule. The rides last 10-30 minutes. The advantage of this is that you can easily insert a day of rest, or walks can be shortened in case of bad weather. A weekly pass costs approx. £60 Cardiff is the closest airport, walkers will have to take a bus from the airport to Rhoose (bus 905) train station and then train to Haverfordwest, changing at Bridgend with a final bus to Newport (412/T5). Alternatively, you could take the T9 bus from Cardiff airport to Cardiff, then take a train to Haverfordwest from Cardiff Central and then take the 412/T5 bus to Newport. Journey time approx. 5 hrs. To get back to Cardiff from St David's, customers would take the 411 bus to Haverford West and then train either to Cardiff Central or to Rhoose via Bridgend. Price includes: 7 overnights at guesthouses with private bathrooms (but not always guaranteed) and with breakfast Luggage transfer Map and road book in English (delivered at the first hotel) 24-hour telephone service Not included: flight tickets personal insurance transport from/to the airport and other public transport beverages and meals, not mentioned in the program personal expenses entrance fees