Contours Walking Holidays
Follow the chalk ridge of the North Downs through historic countryside on a 2-12 day walk, with maps, cosy accommodation, and daily luggage transfers included. This walk is rich in historic sites and gorgeous English settlements, and visits them all through downland, sandy heath, and woodland.
Contours Walking Holidays
https://www.contours.co.uk/north-downs-way
A self-guided walking holiday through the Surrey Hills and Kent Downs, from Farnham to Dover.
From £320 per person
The North Downs Way National Trail follows the long chalk ridge of the North Downs through some of the most scenic and historic countryside in England. It crosses downland, sandy heath, deciduous woodland, green pastures, apple orchards and vineyards. A section of the trail even slips onto the Pilgrim’s Way, an ancient route followed by countless pilgrims on their way to pray at the shrine of Thomas Becket at Canterbury, immortalised in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.
The route is full of other historic sites, from prehistoric long barrows to a Napoleonic fort, with eight castles and three cathedrals in the mix. The local settlements, too, show their years: spot impressive Tudor carvings, half-timbered houses, and flint-walled churches as you make your way to the white cliffs and seaside views at Dover.
“It was perfect - corresponding to the advertisement!”Mrs Schneider, Switzerland
“Holiday full with sun and beautiful landscapes.”Mr Ischer, Switzerland
“Walking so close to London was very interesting. We especially enjoyed crossing the Medway River south of Rochester along with the M2 and the Eurostar train.”Ms Schoenberg, USA
“We love walking. We love walking in England. In general, we've been pleased with Contours and appreciate everything that's done for walkers.”Mr Oberwetter, USA
“We felt cared for at each of the accommodations. The guidebook and maps were very helpful, the trail was usually well marked, and we never got lost.”Mr Hard, USA
“Accommodations were very good, quite satisfactory. All the innkeepers were friendly and helpful.”Mr Wolf, USA
“Well, I enjoyed all of it… It's great to know that I can always contact someone if things don't go to plan and it will be sorted out.”Ms Breese, Germany
“Lovely countryside with excellent waymarking. Great accommodation, everything we had hoped for.”Mrs Hoare, UK
“All in all, I enjoyed my walk and was so glad that it didn't rain. All 3 accommodations were very good, but the Oast B&B was exceptional.”Ms Stubblebine, USA