Multi-base walking holiday providers

These companies arrange accommodation and move bags for walkers who want to hike a linear section of the Coast Path.  If you book with them you will generally stay in a different place each night. On most of these breaks, you will be provided with all the information you need to enable you to hike independently at your own pace, rather than walking as part of a group with a guide. You may also choose to stay more than one night in a location and do a number of walks in the area - most companies provide flexibility to tailor your package. 

Absolute Escapes are award winning specialists in self-guided walking holidays on the South West Coast Path. Packages include carefully selected accommodation, door-to-door bag transfers, and comprehensive information pack with guidebook, map, and recommendations for lunch and dinner each day. They are a leading specialist in walking holidays and offer packages on many long distance trails in the UK and Ireland.  

Contours Holidays has been organising self-guided UK adventures for over 25 years, and they pride themselves on their holiday expertise. They specialise in walking, trail running and cycling holidays across a wide variety of trails in England, Scotland and Wales, including the entirety of the South West Coast Path and a range of other popular routes in Devon and Cornwall. Simply choose your ideal route and dates, and the Contours team will get to work organising nightly accommodations, daily luggage transportation and a personalised holiday pack containing everything you need to explore at your own pace, with those you choose to explore with. Every detail is taken care of, leaving you entirely free to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Great British countryside

Encounter Walking Holidays are the South West Coast Path Experts in bespoke self‑guided walking holidays on the South West Coast Path. With 20 years of experience and unrivalled local knowledge, we design personalised itineraries that suit every type of walker — from solo adventurers to groups. We tailor each holiday to your pace, preferences, and plans, offering flexible short breaks and full-route options on every section of the Coast Path. No request is too complex. Whether you’re travelling with dogs, seeking the best group prices, exploring an unusual route idea, or arriving from overseas and new to UK walking traditions, we’re here to make it simple.

We provide detailed, no‑obligation quotes and friendly advice to help you create the perfect walking holiday.
Share your ideas with us — and we’ll build the walk that’s right for you.

Just Walk Cornwall Discover the beauty of the South West Coast Path with our centre-based, self-guided walking holidays. Perfect for couples, our breaks combine inspiring coastal walks with comfortable accommodation in Newquay, just a five-minute stroll from the beautiful Gannel Estuary. Stay in one place and explore at your own pace, without changing base.

Choose from flexible 3 to 7 night stays to suit your schedule, with convenient transfers to and from your selected walks included — making your escape effortless from start to finish.

Macs Adventure offers self-guided walking and cycling holidays around the world. With 21,000+ reviews and more than 20 years of experience, we're experts in creating active adventures that give you the freedom to explore at your own pace. As a B Corp, we're committed to sustainability and supporting local communities, ensuring your journey leaves a positive impact. From hand-picked accommodations to bag transfers and detailed maps, we'll handle all the logistics, so you can focus on enjoying the adventure.

Mickledore Travel specialises in self-guided walking and cycling holidays in the UK. We provide a flexible service making the arrangements that suit you, leaving you free to just enjoy your walk. As walkers and cyclists ourselves, our aim is to provide a service of the highest quality and a holiday to remember.

Nearwater Holidays specialise in single base, inn to inn trips and bespoke walking holidays along sections of the Coast Path in Cornwall. The walks have been developed with the benefit of their local knowledge to ensure the visiting walker has the chance to see a few extra special places that they would otherwise overlook.

Walk the Trail offer self guided walking holidays throughout the South West including the South West Coast Path, Two Moors Way and the Saint's Way along with many other routes across the UK.  All holidays include a personalised holiday pack complete with itinerary, maps, guidebooks, accommodation locations, luggage transfers, access to your route via mobile device or GPX files.  Their unique Holiday Finder Tool allows you to choose your start and end location, giving you greater flexibility to enjoy the Coast Path at a pace to suit you.

Western Discoveries are the local experts for walking holidays in Cornwall. They are based in West Cornwall and specialise in providing self-led walking holidays along the Cornwall section of the stunning South West Coast Path. Accommodation, luggage transfers, maps, their own detailed route notes and arrival/departure transfers from local transport terminals are all provided with an unparalleled attention to detail.

These companies are helping to fund the National Trail as Way Makers. Please note however, that we do not have the resources to inspect any of these companies. Their inclusion on this list should not be taken as an endorsement of their services. Whilst we are in no position to resolve or adjudicate complaints, please let us know if you encounter any problems with the service they offer. We will then review whether to continue listing the company.