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Challenge Walk

11 - 19 July 2025 

An invigorating and challenging adventure! 

Here’s an example itinerary for a 7-day trip that includes 6 challenging walks and a rest day, utilizing public and heritage transport to explore various parts of the island.

 

Flexibility: All routes can be adjusted based on weather conditions and group abilities.

Equipment: Ensure you have sturdy boots, waterproof clothing, and any personal medication. Walking poles might be helpful for steep sections.

Safety: Always follow the guide’s instructions, especially on challenging terrain.

This itinerary promises a mix of tough hikes with spectacular views, cultural insights, and plenty of adventure.

Enjoy your adventure!

Day 1 - Arrival

Arrival: Settle into your accommodation and get familiar with your surroundings.

Briefing: meet your guide and fellow walkers. Briefing on the week’s activities and safety procedures.

Day 2: Central Hills

  • Total Distance: 19 km / 12 miles
  • Ascent: +680m
  • Descent: -630m
  • Summits: 5
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Description: This walk will take you through the heart of the island's hill country, with a series of moderate ascents and descents. The five summits along this route will offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Expect varied terrain with a mix of moorland, grassy hills, and some rocky sections.

Day 3: South West Coastal Hills

  • Total Distance: 17 km / 11 miles
  • Ascent/Descent: +/- 890m
  • Summits: 3
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Description: A scenic coastal hike along the south-western part of the island. This walk combines coastal paths with rugged hills, giving you a mix of sea views and challenging climbs. The three summits are steep, but the effort is rewarded with stunning coastal vistas.

Day 4: Northern Ridge

  • Total Distance: 14 km / 9 miles
  • Ascent: +580m
  • Descent: -690m
  • Summits: 4
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Description: This route follows a ridge in the northern part of the island, providing consistent elevation changes. The four summits are closely spaced, making for a more intense but shorter hike. The terrain is a mix of grassy ridges and rocky outcrops, offering sweeping views of the northern coastline.

Day 5: Rest Day

Rest Day

Day 6: Western Hills

  • Total Distance: 15 km / 9.5 miles
  • Ascent/Descent: +/- 660m
  • Summits: 2
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Description: A moderate hike through the western hills, this route covers less distance than some of the others but still offers a good challenge. The two summits provide excellent viewpoints over the western parts of the island. The terrain is mixed, with some steeper sections as you approach the summits.

 

Day 7: Eastern Hills

  • Total Distance: 20 km / 13 miles
  • Ascent/Descent: +760m / -740m
  • Summits: 4
  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Description: This is a longer and more strenuous walk, taking in four summits in the eastern part of the island. The route involves several steep ascents and descents, with varied terrain including moorland, rocky sections, and potentially boggy areas. The eastern hills offer some of the most dramatic scenery on the island.

Day 8: Millennium Way - Northern Section

  • Total Distance: 24 km / 15 miles
  • Ascent/Descent: +740m / -690m
  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Description: The longest walk of the itinerary, this section of the Millennium Way covers a substantial distance across the northern part of the island. It’s a varied route with gentle ascents and descents, crossing through moorland, farmland, and historical landmarks. This walk is less about summits and more about distance and endurance.

Day 9 - Departure

After breakfast - travel home

Package Contents

Isle of Man Challenge Walking Holiday Includes:

  • 8 Nights centrally located Accommodation
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Foot Passenger Sea Travel from Liverpool or Heysham port (Air packages available on request)
  • 6 Days Guided Walks 
  • 1 Rest Day
  • 7 Day Go Explore Card for travel on the Island transport (buses, trains & trams)

This adventure walking holiday is in conjunction with All About Walks

Package Prices

Travel Nights Price
Double / Twin Foot Passenger 8 £811 pp Book Now
Sole Occupancy Foot Passenger 8 £976 pp Book Now