Lizard Peninsula Walking Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Helston

Welcome to Cornwall and the town of Helston! If you’re arriving by train, the closest stations are Redruth or Camborne. Make your way to your hotel and get a good night’s rest in preparation for your walking tour.
Overnight Location: Mandeley Guesthouse, Helston
Distance: N/A
Meals: None

Day 2 Helston – Loe Pool – Porthleven – Helston

Your tour starts gently today with a simple circuit route around Loe Pool, which is the largest natural freshwater area in Cornwall. Continue on to a woodland area of the Penrose Estate, then come to Porthleven, a small fishing port with the distinction of being the most storm-battered town in Britain. Explore the town, take in the sea views, the art gallery, and maybe some homemade ice cream at The Square before returning to your guesthouse in Helston.
Overnight Location: Mandeley Guesthouse, Helston
Distance: Full Route: 8.5 miles / 13.7 km; Short Route: 6.75 miles / 11 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Helston – Manaccan – Porthallow – St. Keverne

Begin today with a taxi transfer (no additional cost) across to the east side of the Lizard Peninsula to the town of Manaccan. From here, explore Frenchman’s Creek, where the mysterious atmosphere of the calm water and the wooded banks inspired novels by the author Daphne du Maurier. From here, follow the South West Coast Path to the south as it hugs the spectacular and rugged cliffs and passes small, sandy coves. After you’ve walked through the small harbor of Porthallow, you’ll arrive in the village of St. Keverne, where you will spend the night.
Overnight Location: Old Temperance House, St. Keverne
Distance: Full Route: 9.5 miles / 15 km; Short Route: 5.5 miles / 9 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 St. Keverne – Coverack – St. Keverne

Walk along a circular route today, crossing lush, green pastureland to the coastal village of Coverack. This picturesque harbor area is enchanting with lovely cottages clustering around the harbor. As you return to St. Keverne, you’ll follow the South West Coast Path as it climbs rocky cliffs at times, but at other times is flat and covered with pebbles. Notice the rocks offshore at Lowland Point, where an estimated 150 ships have wrecked. Spend another comfortable night in lovely St. Keverne.
Overnight Location: Old Temperance House, St. Keverne
Distance: Full Route: 8.75 miles / 14 km; Short Route: 6.25 miles / 10 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 St. Keverne – Arrowan – Lizard Point – Mullion

Travel by taxi (at no additional cost) from St. Keverne to Arrowan. Spend the day following the South West Coast Path south to Housel Bay Beach, which is near Lizard Point. Along the way you’ll pass Kennack Sands, the “Old Serpentine Works” National Trust, and the towns of Cadgwith and Church Cove. Enjoy the spectacular views at Housel Bay Beach, the walk to Lizard to take a bus to Mullion. Mullion is the largest town on the Lizard Peninsula where you can explore shops, restaurants, inns and the art gallery. Spend the night in Mullion.
Overnight Location: Mounts Bay Inn, Mullion
Distance: Full Route: 8 miles / 13 km; No Short Route
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Mullion – Kynance Cove – Mullion OR Mullion – Gunwalloe – Mullion

Based from Mullion, you have two options for today’s walk: returning to Lizard and following the South West Coast Path to Kynance Cove or staying closer to Mullion and exploring the coastal area around Gunwalloe.

If you choose Kynance Cove, begin by taking a bus back to Lizard Village, which is the southernmost point on the British mainland. This well-known tourist destination has been popular since the Victorian period and is still drawing travelers today. Make your way to the Lizard Lighthouse, then follow the South West Coast Path back to Mullion, a stretch of trail that is probably one of the most beautiful and dramatic of the whole trail. Plan to pause at Kynance Cove to take in the incredible rock formations and the lovely, sheltered beaches. Note – tickets for the bus from Mullion to Lizard cost £15 and are not included in your tour price.
If you choose to head to Gunwalloe, you’ll enjoy walking over the gentle hills and following farmland paths. A boardwalk helps you cross a rare marshland area to reach the fishing village of Gunwalloe. From high on Halzephron Cliff you can look to the north and see Loe Bar and the village of Porthleven. Return to Mullion via the South West Coast Path past Church Cove and Poldhu.
Overnight Location: Mounts Bay Inn, Mullion
Distance: Full Route: 8.5 miles / 13.7 km;
Short Route to Kynance Cove: 6 miles / 9.7 km
Short Route to Gunwalloe Cove: 6.5 miles / 10.5 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 Departure Day

Sadly, your Lizard Peninsula Walking Tour in Cornwall has come to an end. Buses are available in Mullion to take you back to Helston, or to the train stations at Camborne or Redruth. Have a pleasant journey!
Overnight Location: N/A
Distance: N/A
Meals: Breakfast