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Thames Path Hiking Tours

The Thames Path follows England's best-known river for 184 miles, from its source in the Cotswolds to central London. Macs Adventure runs self-guided hiking tours along hand-picked sections, with luggage transfers included every day.

Walk through riverside meadows, past historic towns like Oxford, Henley-on-Thames and Windsor, with the trail growing progressively more urban as it nears London. Largely flat and well-waymarked, it's one of England's most accessible long-distance trails.

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

Why choose Thames Path Hiking Tours

Why the Thames Path is one of England's most accessible long-distance trails

  • 184 miles of river

    184 miles of riverside walking from the Cotswolds source to central London

  • Largely flat

    Largely flat terrain throughout, making it one of the gentlest multi-day trails in England

  • Historic towns

    Historic towns along the way - Oxford, Henley-on-Thames, Windsor and Richmond

  • Rail links

    Excellent rail links at almost every stage, so shorter sections are easy to plan

  • Self-guided expertise

    20+ years of self-guided expertise on England's National Trails

  • England

    Thames Path

    Follow footpaths through varying landscapes, from the Thames source in the Cotswolds to inner London

    • Walking
    • 8–21 days
    from$3,605CAD pp
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  • England

    Cotswold Way

    Hike in classic English countryside on the Cotswold Way, one of Britain's finest National Trails.

    • Walking
    • 5–12 days
    from$1,675CAD pp
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    England

    The Cotswold Trail

    Hike through the quintessentially English countryside of the Cotswolds.

    • Walking
    • 4–9 days
    from$1,085CAD pp
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  • England

    The Cotswold Round

    A circular walk from Cheltenham, linking the honey pot towns of the North Cotswolds.

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$2,195CAD pp
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    England

    Cotswolds to Bath In Style

    The Cotswolds to Bath In Style, where modern-day luxury meets the timeless beauty of the Cotswolds

    • Walking
    • 6 days
    from$5,995CAD pp
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  • England

    South Downs Way

    Enjoy delightful walking through cornfields and colourful gardens and past dramatic chalk cliffs.

    • Walking
    • 10 days
    from$3,710CAD pp
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  • England, Wales

    Offa's Dyke Path

    The Offa’s Dyke Path National Trail criss-cross the Anglo-Welsh border and full of myth and legend.

    • Walking
    • 20 days
    from$6,190CAD pp
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  • England

    Dales Way

    Cross two national parks as you make your way from the Yorkshire Dales to Lake Windermere.

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,720CAD pp
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  • England

    Yorkshire Dales In Comfort

    Classic walking through the Dales, staying in charming Yorkshire villages and towns

    • Walking
    • 6 days
    from$1,915CAD pp
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  • England

    Discover England: Cotswolds to the Cornwall Coast

    Discover the storybook charm of the Cotswolds and captivating beauty of the Cornwall Coast.

    • Walking
    • 10 days
    from$4,445CAD pp
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  • England

    Cleveland Way

    Walk between historic villages on a trail of contrasts, from high cliff tops to wild moorland

    • Walking
    • 11 days
    from$3,595CAD pp
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    England

    Heart of the Lake District

    Enjoy gentle walks in the heart of the Lake District, based in Ambleside, Grasmere and Keswick.

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$2,295CAD pp
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  • England

    Hadrian's Wall Walk

    Roman history, wild Northumberland moorland and a warm northern welcome—hike Hadrian’s Wall your way.

    • Walking
    • 5–10 days
    from$1,455CAD pp
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  • England

    Discover England: The Lake District to Yorkshire Dales

    Discover England's North, journey through the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales by rail and on foot!

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$3,005CAD pp
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Get to know Thames Path Hiking Tours

  • When to go

    April through October. May-June and September offer the mildest weather and the greenest riverside scenery.

  • What the trail is actually like

    Flat, well-waymarked riverside paths for almost the entire route, with only gentle gradient changes. One of the easiest National Trails in England for multi-day hiking.

  • Where you will stay

    Riverside inns, market-town hotels and B&Bs in towns like Oxford, Henley-on-Thames and Marlow, chosen for proximity to the trail.

  • Is luggage transfer included

    Luggage transfers are arranged between stops where listed in your itinerary.

  • How fit do I need to be

    Easy to Easy-Moderate fitness suits the Thames Path well - the flat terrain makes it accessible to most active walkers, including first-time multi-day hikers.

Get inspired for Thames Path Hiking Tours

  • Hiking

    Adventure of the Week: The Thames Path

    Check out our blog, Adventure of the Week: The Thames Path. Get more insight into Macs Adventure walking and cycling holidays.

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  • The Thames Path - An Ideal First Long Distance Route

    Read our blog post, The Thames Path - An Ideal First Long Distance Route. Get further insight into Macs Adventure walking and cycling tours.

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  • Hiking

    Walking the Thames Path

    Read our blog post, Walking the Thames Path. Get further insight into Macs Adventure walking and cycling tours.

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