Offa's Dyke Path

Offa's Dyke Path

Book your walking holiday along King Offa's Dyke, from Chepstow to Prestatyn.

3 to 17 nights
27-181 miles
Moderate / Demanding to Demanding / Strenuous

From £363 per person

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About the trail

Art of Castell Dinas Brân, found on Offa's Dyke Path.Offa's Dyke Path follows the course of an ancient earthwork, spanning 181 miles from Chepstow to Prestatyn. Built by King Offa of Mercia during the 8th century, this great dyke was intended to mark the western boundary of his kingdom with Wales, and it travels through the beautiful and varied scenery of this borderland space.

The trail visits a succession of historic border towns and attractive villages, including Monmouth, Hay-on-Wye and Welshpool. There is also plenty of historic interest along the trail, including Chepstow Castle, the ruin of Tintern Abbey and the imposing stronghold of White Castle, to name just a few.

We offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to experience the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.

Choose your route

  • Offa's Dyke Path
  • Offa's Dyke Path - North Section
  • Offa's Dyke Path - South Section
  • This route includes dog friendly tour options Offa's Dyke Short Break - South Section
  • Offa's Dyke Short Break - North Section

Dog friendly tours available

Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.

Trail running tours available

We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.

About this route

13 to 17 nights
181 miles
Moderate / Demanding to Demanding / Strenuous
2nd January to 24th December

From £1469 per person

Offa's Dyke Path

This self-guided walking holiday spans the iconic Offa’s Dyke Path, taking in everything from the woodlands of the spectacular Wye Gorge to the windswept ridges of the Black Mountains.

Offa’s Dyke Path straddles the English-Welsh border and offers a full range of gorgeous scenery, fascinating history, rare wildlife and unique glimpses into Welsh culture, providing plenty to entertain walkers of all interests from start to finish.

This route can be walked in the opposite direction upon request. Please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.

Available tours

Code Tour Duration Difficulty Price per person
ODP1 From Chepstow to Prestatyn(L) 13 nights, 12 days walking Demanding / Strenuous £1469
ODP2 From Chepstow to Prestatyn(L) 14 nights, 13 days walking Demanding £1576
ODP3 From Chepstow to Prestatyn(L) 15 nights, 14 days walking Demanding £1683
ODP4 From Chepstow to Prestatyn(L) 16 nights, 15 days walking Moderate / Demanding £1796
ODP5 From Chepstow to Prestatyn(L) 17 nights, 16 days walking Moderate / Demanding £1903

Short breaks

Code Tour Duration Difficulty Price per person
ODPSBS From Hay-on-Wye to Knighton 3 nights, 2 days walking Demanding £363

Customer reviews from the Offa's Dyke Path

“A well organised trip with good accommodation.”
Mr Whiley, UK
“Had a great time. Accommodation and transfers first class. The walk itself was superb. Walking on the Dyke was incredible. It’s still there! Totally unspoilt area of the UK and the friendliest people.”
Mr Kirkup, UK
“I am excited to be doing another tour with you in sept.”
Ms Reber, USA
“One of the best hikes I've ever done! Such a variety of terrain and stunning scenery all the way. Breathtaking views every day. Every day had a wow factor with stunning scenery.”
Ms Ginter, UK
“Everything was very well organised. Accommodation was always good, in many cases excellent. My luggage was always delivered to the next accommodation without a glitch. In one occasion, there was a bit of confusion about the taxi companies doing the luggage and trail to accommodation transfers, but assistance was immediately available from Contours over the telephone and it was all sorted out promptly. I am globally very pleased with my overall experience and with the service provided by Contours.”
Mr Clairet, UK
“We had a fabulous time and were very pleased overall.”
Mr Winter, USA
“Wonderful variety of terrain and scenery.”
Mr Blackstock, UK
“We enjoyed our walk & found all the people we met very helpful which made it a positive experience.”
Mrs West, New Zealand
“My holiday was everything I wanted from it and was well worth the wait and at a reasonable cost too.”
Mr White, UK
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