5 Island Walking Holidays Within 90 Minutes of the UK Mainland
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Travellers craving an island adventure without the long-haul flight need look no further than HF Holidays’ inspiring collection of island walking holidays.
Some of the most beautiful and rugged islands lie just off the UK mainland, offering the perfect setting for discovery on foot. From the dramatic coastal scenery of the Channel Islands to the windswept beaches and clifftop trails of Anglesey, HF Holidays – the UK’s leading walking holiday specialist – has rounded up five handpicked destinations. Each one blends wild natural beauty, rich local culture, and a real sense of escape, all just a short ferry or flight from home.
Solo walkers, couples, and friends are all welcome in HF Holidays’ small, friendly groups – with stories of the day’s adventures shared over hearty evening meals around shared dining tables.
Best of the Isle of Man Guided Trail
Almost equidistant between England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, the Isle of Man is a UNESCO Biosphere Region of fascinating history and phenomenal coast and countryside. Travellers on this seven-night adventure can walk the best of the Raad ny Foillan (Way of Gull) trail, with key highlights including exploring the winding streets of Castletown, relaxing on the soft golden sands of Port Erin Beach, riding the historic tram along the coast from Douglas to Laxey and discovering the island’s Viking and Celtic past.
How to do it: HF Holidays seven-night Best of the Isle of Man Guided Trail is priced from £1,229 per person including full board accommodation, and guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader.
Best of Anglesey Coast Path Guided Island Hopping Holiday
Located just off the mainland’s northwest coast, the Welsh island of Anglesey boasts wild walking trails, sandy beaches and ancient castles. The island is also renowned for being one of the best places in Britain for birdwatching, with thousands of rare bird species flocking to its scenic shores every year. Itinerary highlights include visiting the picturesque Llanddwyn Island, the 19th century South Stack Lighthouse and walking miles of scenic coastline.
How to do it: HF Holidays seven-night Best of Anglesey Coast Path Guided Island Hopping Holiday is priced from £1,429 per person including full board accommodation and guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader.
Mull & Iona Guided Island Hopping Holiday
Adored for their breathtaking landscapes, rare wildlife, and peaceful feel, the stunning islands of Mull and Iona are located amongst the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland. This seven-night itinerary visits four Scottish islands in one holiday, with key highlights including exploring Iona after the day-trippers have left, admiring Staffa’s towering basalt columns by boat, exploring the community-owned Ulva Island and spotting an abundance of wildlife along the way such as sea eagles, whales, seat otters and seals.
How to do it: HF Holidays seven-night Mull & Iona Guided Island Hopping Holiday is priced from £2,029 per person including full board accommodation, luggage transfers and guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader.
3 Night Isle of Wight Guided Walking Holiday
As Queen Victoria’s favourite place to escape to, the Isle of Wight tempts with golden sand beaches, rolling green hills, dramatic white cliffs, ancient woodland, and charming seaside resorts. A great introduction to the island, this guided walking holiday is perfect for those keen to enjoy breathtaking scenery, big-name historic attractions, and the choice of up to three different-grade daily guided walks. Guests will also stay at HF Holidays’ Country House, Freshwater Bay.
How to do it: HF Holidays seven-night 3 Night Isle of Wight Guided Walking Holiday is priced from £489 per person including full board accommodation, and guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader.
Channel Islands, Guided Island-Hopping Holiday
Visit the scenic islands of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm all in one trip on this seven-night itinerary. Blessed with better-than-average weather than mainland UK, these stunning islands offer awe-inspiring coastal walks, white-sand beaches and seaside resorts fit to rival those found in Europe. Itinerary highlights include exploring St Peter Port, Guernsey and taking in some of the island’s superb coastal walks, traversing the striking cliff paths on Sark, relaxing on the Caribbean-like Shell Beach in Herm and learning about Alderney’s World War II past.
How to do it: HF Holidays seven-night Channel Islands, Guided Island Hopping Holiday is priced from £1,959 per person including return flights, full board accommodation, airport transfers and guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader.
For more information, please visit: www.hfholidays.co.uk
