Thames Path
Explore the Thames Path at your own pace on a self-guided walking holiday. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Thames Path
https://www.contours.co.uk/thames-path
A scenic walk following the development of the River Thames from a stream in Kemble all the way to the sea.
From £730 per person
The Thames Path National Trail follows the second longest river in Great Britain, winding from the Thames' source in the Cotswolds to Woolwich and the Thames Barrier where it meets the sea, taking in a wealth of beautiful and varied sights along the way.
The walk features a mixture of river banks, fields, woodlands and charming settlements as it journeys through the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, before winding towards the iconic capital city of London. With a unique mix of rural landscapes and urban stretches, complimented by a wide range of amazing scenery, fascinating history and intriguing architecture, a walking holiday along the Thames Path offers interesting attractions to appeal to every walker.
Your overnight stops along this trail will more commonly be pubs and inns rather than B&Bs.
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.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
From £1590 per person
The Thames Path walking holiday accompanies the iconic River Thames from source to sea across 186 miles of southern England. This is a truly magical walk, filled with wonderful scenery, that watches as Britain’s famous waterway develops from a trickling stream to a mighty river. The trail follows the Thames all the way to the magnificent capital city of London and the impressive Thames Barrier to conclude in Woolwich.
Your overnight stops along this trail will more commonly be pubs and inns rather than B&Bs.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP0 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 9 days walking | £1590 | |
| TP1 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 11 days walking | £1895 | |
| TP2 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 12 days walking | £2055 | |
| TP3 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 14 days walking | £2370 | |
| TP4 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 15 days walking | £2505 | |
| TP5 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 19 days walking | £3125 | |
| TP6 | From Kemble(L) to Woolwich | 22 days walking | £3595 |
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“It was fabulous!”Ms Nixon, UK
“Just got back from our fantastic holiday walking the Thames Path. All places we stayed were easy to find and our bags were always there when we arrived. All in all we have had a brilliant holiday so thank you so much for your excellent organising and communication - we will be in contact for our next walk!”Mrs Parker, UK
“It has been a special trip and a very good one. We travel all over the world and this trip was one of a kind, though difficult. Thank you.”Mr Bartal, Israel
“It was very enjoyable. Contours organisation, as usual, was excellent.”Mr Bird, UK
“On reflection, a good, varied selection of accommodations. Thanks for getting most nights on or close to trail to save extra effort. I had a great walk and the weather blessed me.”Mr Garlick, UK
“As usual your administration was excellent and almost all of the accommodations were OK. I enjoyed every day as each had some variety which helps the enjoyment. I am already researching for 2022.”Mr Richardson, UK
“Loved the surroundings, history, the solitude.”Ms Krupa, USA
“Good overnight stops, transfers (both luggage and ourselves) worked well.”Mrs Watts, UK
“I completed the Thames Path two days ago with great pleasure and want to commend you on your great work. All but one of the accommodations were superb. Thank you immensely to everyone. I also appreciated your flexibility about letting me send on a second bag each morning, having stuffed too much into my backpack. I’m already looking forward to the next one!”Mr Calderisi, USA
