
ODP-HAY1
The Heights of Offa's Dyke
- Difficulty
- Moderate to Challenging
- Distance
- 27.5 miles
- Walking
- 2 Days
- Bed & Breakfast
- 3 Nights
- Grade
- Classic
Itinerary Details
- AccommodationHay on Wye
After breakfast you will be transferred to Llanthony Priory to start your day. It’s a picturesque drive through country lanes to the secluded valley in the Vale of Ewyas.Explore the 900 year old ruins before making the steep ascent of Hatterrall Ridge. Miles of easy, high level walking will follow. Skylarks singing overhead and outstanding views across the Black Mountains.To end the day you will drop down into the stunning Wye Valley and back to your accommodation. Do remember to bring your walking poles for the final section!
- transfer
Llanthony Priory to Hay on Wye
- AccommodationHay on Wye
Your second day of walking starts direct from your accommodation along the banks of the Wye. Today includes longer, slower climbs through some beautiful countryside. You’ll pass through the villages of Newchurch and Gladestry and on to Hergest Ridge, the inspiration for Arthur Conan Doyle’s Hound of the Baskervilles.Ending the day at the market town of Kington, our driver will meet you once again and return you to your accommodation. Kington forms part of the ‘Black and White’ trail, which includes some of the prettiest villages in England made up of half-timbered houses.
Hay on Wye to Kington
- transfer
- AccommodationHay on Wye
Overnight locations and transfer arrangements may differ slightly from those shown, depending on availability.
Highlights
- Walk the 8 century earthworks of Offa’s Dyke
- Explore the stunning medieval Llanthony Priory
- Admire the breathtaking views from Hatterrall Ridge
- Wander the banks of the Wye, the birthplace of tourism in the UK
- Explore the market towns Hay on Wye and Kington
- Dogs can be accommodated on this break, subject to availability
What's Included
- Good standard accommodation at a mixture of guesthouses, farmhouses, local inns and B&Bs with en-suite or private facilities wherever possible
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfers
- Personal transfer between accommodation and path that form a part of our standard package
- Route planning
- Walk pack including Trail Guide and mapping, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details
Extras
Rest days/additional nights: Prices from £75 per person per night.With so much to see and do in the area, additional days can be added to your short break to enjoy local circular walks or explore the bookshops and enjoy great food. You may want to separate your two walking days with a rest day in between. The choice is yours.
Upgrade options: Speak to our team to discuss upgrade options for this itinerary.
Walk Pack postage: Europe - to first night’s accommodation, Rest of World - £30 supplement, (UK is included in price).
Extra Walk Packs: can be requested, please see here for full details and supplements.
Bank Holidays and short notice bookings may incur extra charges.
Pricing
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
£415
Per Person (Based on 2 people sharing)
£571 Solo Traveller
£484 Single Occupancy
£75 Rest Days (Per person per day)