The Wales Coast Path
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path forms part of the Wales Coast Path, which follows the entire Welsh coastline. Continue beyond Pembrokeshire along the Ceredigion Coast Path and into Carmarthenshire.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path Walking Holidays
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is regarded as one of the world’s finest long-distance walking trails. National Geographic ranked it second in the world’s top ten long-distance paths. This dramatic stretch of coastline forms the UK’s only coastal National Park, making it ideal for self-guided coastal walking holidays in Wales.
Walk Information
- Difficulty
- Easy to Moderate – Moderate to Challenging
- Distance
- 15.1 to 182 miles
- Nights
- 2 to 18 Nights
- Location
- West Wales
- Season
- Mar to Oct
- Price from
- £275
Walking Pembrokeshire, the UK’s Only Coastal National Park
- UK’s Only Coastal National Park
- Walk Britain’s only coastline designated a National Park.
- Barafundle Bay
- Golden sands regularly ranked among the UK’s best.
- St David’s Cathedral
- Visit Britain’s smallest city and its remarkable 12th century cathedral.
- Whitesands Bay
- Cairns above the beach mark the traditional departure point of St Patrick.
- Medieval Tenby
- Walled harbour town linked to Henry Tudor’s historic escape.
- Skomer Island
- Puffins and seabird colonies in spring and summer.
Key Walk Features
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path
At 186 miles, the Pembrokeshire Coast Path winds through hidden coves, rugged headlands and sweeping sandy beaches that are best discovered on foot. The ever-changing light and sea air define this coastline, where seals, dolphins and seabirds thrive along dramatic cliffs and quiet inlets. Colourful harbour towns such as Tenby, Fishguard and St David’s offer contrast to the wild stretches between them.
Celtic Trails has been organising self-guided walking holidays here for over 30 years. With family roots in the region, our knowledge of the path, its accommodation and its seasonal character is extensive and personal.
Path Walkthrough
This is a coastal walk in the truest sense. The route follows clifftop paths, sandy beaches, dunes and rugged shoreline, with only occasional diversions inland. Where the path turns away from the sea, walkers encounter woodland tracks, heathland, surfaced paths and a short section along the former Saundersfoot railway line, complete with tunnel.
In places the clifftop sections are demanding, rising and falling in steady succession. These stretches can be strenuous underfoot, though they reward walkers with wide coastal views and dramatic scenery. Elsewhere the walking is flatter and more gentle in character, creating a varied and satisfying long-distance journey.
Walking Through Nature
In spring, the clifftops are carpeted with wildflowers, sea campion and bluebells, while summer brings flowering gorse and heather across the headlands. The path passes through a remarkable range of habitats including dune systems, saltmarsh, heathland and ancient coastal woodland. Offshore islands such as Skomer and Ramsey support internationally significant seabird colonies, and fulmars, cormorants and guillemots nest along the cliffs.
Atlantic grey seals can be seen throughout the year. In autumn they haul out onto quiet beaches to pup, while dolphins and porpoises are frequently sighted below the cliffs. Thanks to its National Park status, the Pembrokeshire coastline remains protected, varied and rich in wildlife in every season.
“I chose Celtic Trails, they were extremely patient and helpful with my many inquiries ahead of time….”
Dominique Browning
Travel Section, New York Times
Writing about our Pembrokeshire Coast Path walking holiday.
Our Pembrokeshire Coast Path Itineraries
Amroth to St Dogmaels
186 miles (299.3 km)PCP1S-N
From £2,605 Per Person
PCP2S-N
From £2,310 Per Person
From £2,050 Per Person
Amroth to Herbrandston
75 miles (120.7 km)From £990 Per Person
From £825 Per Person
Sandy Haven to St Dogmaels
110 miles (177 km)PCP4S-N
From £1,745 Per Person
PCP5S-N
From £1,440 Per Person
Sandy Haven to St David's
48.5 miles (78.1 km)PCP8S-N
From £875 Per Person
St David's to St Dogmaels
61.5 miles (99 km)From £985 Per Person
6 Nights Moderate to Challenging
PCP10S-N
From £840 Per Person
St Dogmaels to Amroth
186 miles (299.3 km)PCP1N-S
From £2,625 Per Person
PCP2N-S
From £2,370 Per Person
From £2,045 Per Person
St Dogmaels to Sandy Haven
110 miles (177 km)PCP4N-S
From £1,765 Per Person
PCP5N-S
From £1,450 Per Person
St Dogmaels to St David's
61.5 miles (99 km)From £1,005 Per Person
6 Nights Moderate to Challenging
PCP10N-S
From £855 Per Person
St David's to Sandy Haven
48.5 miles (78.1 km)PCP8N-S
From £890 Per Person
Herbrandston to Amroth
75 miles (120.7 km)From £1,000 Per Person
From £905 Per Person
Gateway to Pembrokeshire Short Break
15 miles (24.1 km)PCP-TNB1
From £385 Per Person
St Brides Bay - Spectacular Beaches and Wildlife
34 miles (54.7 km)PCP-BDB1
From £595 Per Person
St. David's - Heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
20 miles (32.2 km)PCP-SDB3d
Dog FriendlyFrom £715 Per Person
PCP-SDB3
From £605 Per Person
PCP-SDB1d
Dog FriendlyFrom £535 Per Person
PCP-SDB4
From £450 Per Person
PCP-SDB1
From £395 Per Person
PCP-SDB2
From £275 Per Person
Newport - Dramatic Coastal Hideaway
15 miles (24.1 km)PCP-NPB2d
Dog FriendlyFrom £695 Per Person
PCP-NPB2
From £615 Per Person
PCP-NPB1a
From £465 Per Person
3 Nights Moderate to Challenging
PCP-NPB1b
From £445 Per Person
Key Information
- Comfortable accommodation, predominantly in B&Bs, with some stays in hotels and local inns, with en-suite or private facilities
- Breakfast each morning
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Transfers between your accommodation and the path where required
- Route planning
- Walk Pack
- A comprehensive Walk pack, including a trail guide and mapping, your itinerary, accommodation directions, route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details
Customise your trip?
All our non single centre Pembrokeshire holidays can be walked north to south, as well as south to north. Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
Pembrokeshire Coast Path Client Reviews
4.8/5 based on 209 reviews
"Celtic take the 'angst' out of preparing such an event as this. Feel more relaxed mentally,"
Michaei, Newmarket
August 2026
"Good, Celtic Trails manage with a 'light touch'. It cleared my head and hurt my knees."
Matthew Gould
August 2026
"Everything was prepared perfectly, there is no need to call or look for assistance as you have everything very well explained. The walk, though challenging on some sections, was exceptionally relaxing. All those beaches are too spectacular to just pass through. Definately thinking about another coastal walk. Maybe Wales again ;)"
Barbara, Opole Poland
August 2026
"The paths are very well signed posted, we liked very much the combination of walking along the coast and looking at the sea and taking a swim in small bays. Celtic Trails were very helpful and over all it was a wonderful holiday for us. The rugged coastline with its ever-changing rock formations, the turquoise sea, and the vastness of the horizon are simply fantastic."
B. Hilpert
August 2026
"I enjoyed the Pembrokeshire coastal path in its entirety. The scenery was beautiful and varied."
A Celtic Trails walker
July 2026
"Great way to reconnect with Wales and to share experiences with friends and relatives. Walking this beautiful path was a complete immersion of nature; calm environment, at my own pace, with many opportunities for delightful encounters with like-minded people. Walked with Celtic a number of times and very happy to recommend - my holiday was very well planned and organized."
Richard
July 2026
"St David's was a lovely and wonderful place. Walking holidays allow us to see different corners of the world and to spend time outdoors. The trip had a tremendous impact on our health and well being. It was truly a wonderful summer break. We loved it and hope to get back out there again."
A Celtic Trails walker
July 2026
"Celtic Trails created a custom-made route choice based on our time and physical condition and desire for wide open beautiful spaces. Our holiday felt really good value and Celtic had good knowledge of places to stay, to eat and transfers so we could fully enjoy this glorious region."
Emma Pearson
July 2026
"The team was so knowledgeable, highly professional, efficient, responsive, friendly and flexible. The walk made us very happy! We loved Wales. The people were great, the senary was gorgeous. We've had many adventures, this was one of the very best. We enjoyed every minute. Thank you!"
Will Martins, Nashville, TN USA
June 2026
Hand-Picked Accommodation
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Points of Interest
St. David's
Britain’s smallest city, St David’s is centred on its 12th-century cathedral and the ruins of the Bishop’s Palace. It sits just inland from the path and makes a good rest-day stop.
Skomer Island
Skomer is an important wildlife site, known for puffins, guillemots and Manx shearwaters. Boat trips leave from St Martin’s Haven, making a visit possible during your walk.
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Customise your trip?
All our non single centre Pembrokeshire holidays can be walked north to south, as well as south to north. Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
Customise your trip?
All our non single centre Pembrokeshire holidays can be walked north to south, as well as south to north. Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
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