Self-Guided Walking Tours

No-hassle self-guided hiking tours in the UK

Discover the UK at your own pace with our self-guided hiking tours. With tried and tested routes, carefully designed by local experts, we handle all the planning and the prep, so that you can just hike and enjoy.

Active Englandโ€™s self-guided hiking tours combine exceptional accommodation and carefully designed routes, all while allowing you the freedom to relax and choose your own pace each day. Unlike some other tour companies that manage your trip remotely, your local Active England guide will greet you on your first day and is always just a phone call away.

Throughout your journey, weโ€™ll suggest points of historical interest, recommend the best local pubs, cafes, and restaurants and point out any challenging spots you may encounter, ensuring you can navigate your route with confidence and peace of mind.

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Self-guided Walking Tours

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Self guided Cotwolds walking tour

Walk the Cotswolds – Self-Guided

See England at its rural best, as you hike through honey-coloured villages and down quaint country lanes.
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£1179

$1539

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Walk the Cotswolds – Self-Guided Short

See the best bits of the Cotswolds on this short, self-guided tour.
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£949

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Walk the Cotswold Way โ€“ Self-Guided – 12 Days

A more relaxed approach to tackling the Cotswold Way National Trail, over nearly two weeks.
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£1799

$2339

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Walk the Cotswold Way โ€“ Self-Guided – 10 Days

The perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment. Walk the gorgeous Cotswold Way over 10 days.
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£1599

$2079

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Walk the Cotswold Way โ€“ Self-Guided – 8 Days

Discover England in all its rural splendour, with this self-guided walking tour of the famous Cotswold Way.
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£1399

$1819

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Walk Cornwall – Self-Guided

Immerse yourself in Englandโ€™s beautiful South West with a self-guided walking tour of Cornwall.  
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£1199

$1559

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Walk the Lake District Valleys and Villages – Self Guided

  Venture into the valleys and villages of the majestic Lake District, with a self-guided walking tour...
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£1199

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Private Self-guided Walking Tours

Like the look of a self-guided tour, but can’t make our dates work? Every one of our scheduled self-guided trips can be made private.

They mirror our regular group departures, but going private means youโ€™re in control of the dates you travel and who comes along.

So gather your partner, your friends or your family and begin planning today.

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Self-guided Hiking Tours FAQ

All of our self-guided hiking tours include the following.

  • All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
  • All breakfasts. 
  • All GPS routes, provided via RideWithGPS (app available for Apple or Android).
  • All baggage transportation.
  • All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service. 

Luggage transfers are included so weโ€™ll make sure your bags are waiting for you at your accommodation when you arrive at the end of the day. 

A support team and emergency support vehicle is always on standby, or we can arrange a taxi for you if required. 

If the weather forecast doesnโ€™t look great, then we might suggest alternative routes and plans in advance. 

Our helpful FAQ page has the answers to many questions. If your query isn’t answered there, please do contact us.

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