South Downs Way Walking Holidays

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Escape to the South Downs

Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
14.5 miles
Walking
2 Days
Bed & Breakfast
3 Nights
Grade
Classic
From £675 per person
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Itinerary Details

Day 1Arrival Day
  1. AccommodationAlfriston
Day 27.5 miles (12.1 km)

After breakfast we will transfer you to the village of Rodmell in the lower valley of the Ouse. You will start the day with a steep ascent up to the downs, reaching the Firle Beacon for immediate great views which will accompany you throughout. It’s a day of breezy, high-level walking, eventually dropping back down into picturesque Alfriston. You have time to explore this historic village with its mix of quirky, independent shops and great places to eat.

  1. transfer

  2. Southease to Alfriston

  3. AccommodationAlfriston
Day 37 miles (11.3 km)

Walking towards the sea always makes for a rewarding day. This morning, you will head out direct from your accommodation and follow the valley of the river Cuckmere on to the Seven Sister hills and Birling Gap. The downs are rich in wildlife; supporting 11 different orchids, 39 species of butterfly, weasels, stoats, deer and the elusive nightjar, which flies here from South Africa. Wander down to the shoreline and look back at the view of the stunning white cliffs above. At the end of the day our driver will return you to your accommodation.

  1. Alfriston to Birling Gap

  2. transfer
  3. AccommodationAlfriston
Day 4Departure Day

    Overnight locations and transfer arrangements may differ slightly from those shown, depending on availability.

    Highlights

    • Explore the eastern end of the South Downs National Park
    • Two peaceful days of relatively easy walking through some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes
    • Visit St Andrew’s Church in Alfriston – known as the ‘Cathedral of the Downs’
    • Well marked routes for relaxing days across The Weald
    • Dramatic coastal scenery as you head to Birling Gap
    • Drive to the huge chalk hill carving of the Long Man of Wilmington, the origins of which baffled archaeologists and historians for hundreds of years
    • 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 £70 per person per night.

    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

    £675

    Per Person (Based on 2 people sharing)

    £450 Solo Traveller

    £1035 Single Occupancy

    £120 Rest Days (Per person per day)