6-Day / 5-Night Moderate

From your point of arrival, use the public transport information we provide to make the journey to Amroth or Tenby. 

Amroth is a small, quiet seaside village at the southern tip of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, where a long shingle and sand beach marks the official start of the Coast Path. The beach, with its submerged prehistoric forest visible at low tide, offers a fascinating first glimpse of a coastline rich in history and natural character.

Tenby is one of the most characterful and beautifully preserved seaside towns in Wales. Enclosed by medieval walls and perched above two sweeping golden beaches, Tenby has been welcoming visitors since the Victorian era and shows no sign of losing its charm. With its colourful harbour, excellent restaurants and cafés, independent shops and a wealth of history to explore, it makes for a wonderful overnight stay.

This first hike offers a varied and beautiful introduction to the Pembrokeshire coast. The first few kilometres alternate between the shoreline, woodland and clifftop, with fine views out over Carmarthen Bay. Once past the little seaside resort of Saundersfoot, you follow grassy clifftop paths and wooded valleys before descending to the charming seaside town of Tenby.

After passing its golden beaches, the trail climbs back to the limestone cliffs. Keep an eye out for the remains of an old limestone kiln and a steep-sided blowhole before descending towards Lydstep beach. From there, a short transfer brings you to your accommodation.

Following a morning transfer, the trail climbs back to the clifftops and continues to Skrinkle Haven and Manorbier Beach. The route leads along sand dunes at the back of Freshwater East before climbing to the clifftops towards Stackpole and the lovely Barafundle beach. From Barafundle the path continues along Stackpole Head before dropping down to the beach at Broadhaven South. From there the trail offers two options to Bosherston: a shorter route via the famous lily ponds, or, if the military range is open, a longer coastal route past St Govan’s Chapel, hidden in a cleft in the cliffs.

A transfer brings you to Broad Haven, its lovely beach tucked into the southern corner of St Brides Bay. The opening kilometres are relatively gentle as the trail winds along low clifftops and dips down to a succession of small, sheltered coves. From historic Druidstone, you pass reminders of a coal mining past before the path eventually opens out onto the sweeping expanse of Newgale Sands.

Beyond Newgale, the trail climbs more steeply before it settles onto the cliff path as it passes the headland of Dinas Fawr. The walk ends with some of its highlights: hidden beach, a rocky headland and an ancient settlement guarding the entrance to Solva. From there, the walk reveals one of the most charming harbours on the Welsh coast.

From Solva, the trail climbs back onto the cliffs and the remains of an Iron Age promontory fort. Continue along dramatic cliffs to Caerfai Bay, where a second promontory fort crowns the headland. You pass St Non’s, birthplace of St David himself, before dropping down to the sheltered little harbour of Porthclais.

Beyond Porthclais, the coastline grows wilder as the path approaches Ramsey Sound, where the churning tidal current separates the mainland from Ramsey Island, a bird sanctuary and haven for grey seals. From St Justinian, the cliffs gradually lower towards the beautiful expanse of Whitesands Bay, with its surfers, beach sauna and café. A short transfer brings you to St Davids.

There are regular bus services from St Davids to Haverfordwest, from where onward train connections are available to Cardiff and other destinations in the UK. Your hosts can usually provide the most accurate local details, but if you need additional guidance, our team is happy to help.