What's included on a southern England hiking tour?

Accommodation every night, luggage transfer, detailed route notes and maps, and 24/7 support. Flights and transport to your starting point are not included.

Is luggage transfer included?

Yes, on every Macs Adventure southern England itinerary. Your bag is collected each morning and waiting at your next stop.

What trails are covered in southern England?

Our southern England collection includes the South Downs Way, the Thames Path, and other regional routes across Hampshire, Sussex and the Thames Valley.

What grades are offered in southern England?

Mostly Easy to Moderate. The South Downs Way carries genuine but manageable ascent, while the Thames Path is largely flat.

Can I hike solo in southern England?

Yes - solo travelers are welcome, and southern England's trails are well-waymarked and popular with solo self-guided hikers.

Comfortable waterproof hiking boots and a lightweight waterproof jacket for changeable weather. A full gear list is included pre-trip.

Can I customize a southern England itinerary?

Yes – while our routes are expertly planned and fine-tuned by our team, you can add rest days, extra nights before or after, or book trips back to back. Get in touch and we’ll help you find the right fit

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Hiking Tours in Southern England

Southern England spans chalk downland, historic market towns and quiet river valleys across Hampshire, Sussex, Wiltshire and the Thames Valley. Macs Adventure runs self-guided hiking tours across the region's best trails, with luggage transfers included every day.

From the South Downs Way's chalk ridge to the Thames Path's riverside towns, southern England offers a range of easy-access trails within reach of London. Choose a single named trail or combine sections for a longer self-guided trip.

Macs Adventure has run self-guided England trips for over 20 years - real route notes, hand-picked inns, and 24/7 support across every southern England tour.

2 hand-picked routes

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South Downs Way
Walking
10 days
Moderate
from$3,710CAD pp
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Thames Path
Walking
8–21 days
Easy - Moderate to Moderate
from$3,605CAD pp
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When to go
April through October for most southern England trails. May-June and September offer the mildest weather and fewer crowds.
What the trails are actually like
Terrain ranges from the South Downs' Seven Sisters chalk cliffs and rolling fields to the largely flat riverside paths of the Thames Path - most southern England routes are graded Easy-Moderate to Moderate difficulty.
Where you will stay
Village inns, market-town hotels and riverside B&Bs, hand-picked for comfort and easy access to the trail.
Is luggage transfer included
Yes, on all our southern England hiking tours. Your bag travels ahead by vehicle while you carry a light daypack.
Which trail should I choose
The South Downs Way suits hikers wanting chalk-ridge scenery and coastal views near Eastbourne. The Thames Path suits those wanting a gentler, riverside route through historic towns.

Hiking Tours in Southern England