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Walk Hadrian's Wall Highlights
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Excellent
55 reviews
7 days
Start
Carlisle, United Kingdom
Finish
Hexham, United Kingdom
Trip Code
BMXH
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
6 breakfasts
Transport
Walking, public bus, train, taxi
Accommodation
Bed & Breakfast (3 nights), Hotel (3 Nights)
From £1,272(7 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Gain an insight into a piece of the past often overlooked by English travellers as you walk along UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hadrian’s Wall with a local guide.
Take your time to discover important sites like the Vindolanda Roman Fort and the Fort at Chester, where you can learn the tales of the Wall.
Discover Birdoswald Roman Fort on an optional visit and learn the history of Hadrian's Wall's longest and best-preserved stretch while you look out over the River Irthing Gorge.
Walk with ease on a well-designed itinerary that prioritises your free time, especially in the cute village of Corbridge – walking every day doesn’t mean you have to be ruined like the remains!
Soak up the serenity of the English countryside – while the focus is on Hadrian’s Wall on this trip, your eyes and camera will be occupied every step of the way by the lush landscapes of northern England.
Is this trip right for you?
This walking trip is a point-to-point walking itinerary. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit if you want to partake in all activities. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes (waterproof, ankle-height) and comfortable clothes.
Your luggage will be transported, but you must bring a daypack to carry your essentials.
Some days of walking include steep ascents and descents and some uneven, often slippery terrain, so consider bringing walking poles as an aid at these times if you wish.
The diversity of the seasons in England makes for incredible scenery, but the weather in this region can be cold. It’s best to wear layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. Please be equally prepared to walk in sunshine and rain.
This walking trip is a point-to-point walking itinerary. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit if you want to partake in all activities. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes (waterproof, ankle-height) and comfortable clothes.
Your luggage will be transported, but you must bring a daypack to carry your essentials.
Some days of walking include steep ascents and descents and some uneven, often slippery terrain, so consider bringing walking poles as an aid at these times if you wish.
The diversity of the seasons in England makes for incredible scenery, but the weather in this region can be cold. It’s best to wear layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. Please be equally prepared to walk in sunshine and rain.
Itinerary
Embark on a historic walk through the heart of the English countryside
Spanning coast to coast across the north of England, Hadrian’s Wall is a spectacle of emperor Hadrian’s reign in the once-Roman province of Britannia. These days, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wall and nearby ruins provide the trail for a seven-day exploration of pre-British history on two feet. Walking from the western outpost of Carlisle to the eastern reaches of Port Gate near Newcastle upon Tyne, you’ll spend a week following one of the richest examples of Roman history in the United Kingdom. Stop in traditional English villages, discover the well-preserved sections of the Wall and explore the surrounding countryside on a walking trip full of history and rolling landscapes.
Inclusions
Meals
6 breakfasts
Transport
Walking, public bus, train, taxi
Accommodation
Bed & Breakfast (3 nights), Hotel (3 Nights)
Included activities
Carlise to Irthington guided walk
Lanercost Priory to Gilsland guided walk
Lanercost Priory Church visit
Carvoran to Twice Brewed guided walk
The Roman Army Museum visit
Steel Rigg to Sewing Shields guided walk
Chollerford - Heavenfield Battle Site and St. Oswald’s in Lee Church visit
Chollerford to Port Gate guided walk
Corbridge to Hexham guided walk
Optional activities
Carlisle - Birdoswald Roman Fort - GBP12
Lanercost Priory - GBP8
Bardon Mill - Housesteads Roman Fort - GBP12
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum - GBP13
Corbridge - Roman Town and Museum - GBP11
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Important notes
1. This trip starts in Carlisle on Day 1 at 10 am (please meet your leader at the front entrance of the train station at Collier Lane, next to WH Smith store). This allows time after the welcome meeting to purchase essential provisions as you begin your walk out of Carlisle. This trip finishes after breakfast in Hexham on Day 7. 
2. If you plan to arrive by car, please search for relevant car park options in Carlisle. Private and public transport from the end of the trip back to Carlisle are available.
3. Arriving by train is most environmentally friendly. Carlisle is well connected with Newcastle, Glasgow, Leeds, and Edinburgh as well as London and Manchester. Consider this mode of transport to start your trip.
4. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
5. We will transport your luggage between hotels, but you are only allowed one bag/suitcase of maximum weight 20kg. No items should be strapped to your luggage, such shoes, walking poles, etc.
Reviews (56)
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Christopher
Aug 31, 2025
The Hadrians Wall trip was challenging but very do-able for a 72 year old with a bad knee. The guide we had was excellent and made the trip.
David
Aug 30, 2025
Intrepid provided leaders with a deep understanding of the area's history and culture. In our case, they live in the area that they provide tours for. They showed the importance of respecting local customs, learning their ways, history and geography. They make these small group tours an experience of a lifetime.
Jamie
Aug 24, 2025
This was an exceptional experience! I learned so much about Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman Empire, and the history of the area as well as a local’s perspective on the area now from our amazing tour guide. The walking routes were perfectly planned in terms of distance per day, stopping breaks, and seeing the best highlights of the wall. All of the accommodations and food were excellent as well. Would highly recommend!
Babette
Aug 20, 2025
Great trip for lovers of Roman history in England and bucolic old English countryside. Lovely rolling hills dotted with sheep and old stones. Joe was a terrific leader.
Donna
Aug 16, 2025
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Daniel
Aug 05, 2025
Hadrian's Wall Highlights Walking Tour was great. Our group was blessed with great weather and a great leader. The pacing was appropriate and scenery beautiful. Historical stops and pubs/cafes along the way were thoroughly enjoyable with plenty of options.
Michelle
Jul 22, 2025
Loved this trip. Absolutely stunning scenery, quiet landscapes and loads of history. The tour leader, Joe, was knowledgeable, kind and super well organised. Overall a great experience!
Elizabeth
Jul 18, 2025
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Bronwyn
Jun 22, 2025
I just did my 4th trip with Intrepid and always they deliver great guides with knowledge feel supported an well looked after. Love that Intrepid look after the environment an support communities by giving back.
Sarah
Jun 21, 2025
Wonderful tour! We walked all the best wall bits, and as a solo traveler I loved having a small, merry band of fellow walkers to keep me company. Our tour guide made it pure magic. Pack hiking poles!
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