2020 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

Ancient Britain to the Channel Islands STONEHENGE, THE JURASSIC COAST, AND STUNNING ISLAND TRAILS

This utterly unique journey links some of Britain’s most ancient and intriguing settings—

within the sight (about 27 miles) of the coast of Normandy. We land in St. Peter Port, Guernsey Island’s tiny capital, and enjoy walks along rocky headlands and through wooded valleys. Guernsey’s stunning beauty hides its history, which has included Viking attacks, French invasions, and pirates. We’ll see forts and towers built during the Napoleonic wars and observation towers from the German occupation during World War II. The islands have their own currency—you can pay for your pint with a Guernsey Pound or a Jersey Pound! Days 5-6 Sark Island / Little Sark We ferry to the serene, car-free little gem of Sark Island, designated the world’s first “Dark Sky Island” for its exceptional night skies. There are no cars, no modern roads, and no streetlights on this island. We’ll visit Sark’s dark-sky observatory and hike to a craggy headland called L’Eperquerie Common, site of a ruined 16th century fort built by the French. A hike right from our hotel brings us to Little Sark, a peninsula that forms the southern part of Sark Island. Days 7-9 Jersey Island The largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey is just 14 miles from France. Right from our hotel door, our hikes bring us down quiet country lanes, through tidy green pastures and woodlands, and along an old sea wall to St. Catherine’s Bay, where the fabulous Mont Orgueil Castle, built in the 13th century to defend Jersey, dominates the views. The island was occupied by Germans during World War II, and we’ll visit the Jersey War Tunnels to hear stories of the islanders’ resistance. Depart on Day 9.

famed Stonehenge, the cliffs of the Jurassic Coast, Dorset’s rural landscape, and the exquisite Channel Islands, closer to France than England, with a fascinating fusion of French and English

“A creatively designed trip with a wonderful balance of spectacular scenic beauty, understated luxury and great historical perspective. Thanks, WT!” Kitty L., Chicago IL

cultures. We’ll view Stonehenge at sunset, then head to Dorset to hike along the World-Heritage- listed cliffs of the coast. In the sunny Channel Islands, with their cobbled lanes and aquamarine seas, we’ll hike on Guernsey, Sark, and Jersey, soaking up the Anglo-Norman heritage and vibrant foodie scene. Days 1-2 Salisbury / Stonehenge / Jurassic Coast Watch sunset over the stone monoliths of Stonehenge, then head into the sublime landscapes of Dorset County in southwest England, with its gold-stoned cottages and fields of sheep. Three quarters of Dorset’s coast is World Heritage-listed, including the sheer limestone cliffs of the Jurassic Coast, where Victorian-era fossil-hunters unearthed specimens dating back 185 million years (the hit BBC series Broadchurch was filmed along these cliffs). Our hike along this breathtaking coast brings us along the horseshoe-shaped bay of Lulworth Cove on the South West Coast Path. Days 3-4 Channel Islands / Guernsey Island Just three hours by ferry and we’ll be in a different world—the Channel Islands, lying

IAN BADLEY

HIGHLIGHTS • Visit mystical Stonehenge at sunset • Walk the trails of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site on the South West Coast Path • Hike the best trails in the Channel Islands (Guernsey, Sark, and Jersey), with their pristine landscapes • Overnights in historic hotels of character, including a 13th century coaching inn DETAILS • 9-day trip begins in Salisbury and ends in St. Helier, Jersey Island • 8 nights hotels, including historic properties • All meals included except 1 lunch

DATES Apr 23-May 1, 2020 Jul 30-Aug 7 Sep 3-11

TRIP COST $5395 (11-15 members) $5895 (4-10 members) Single supplement: $1290

TRIP LEVEL 1 2 + 3 4 5 6

A mix of easy to moderate day hikes, cultural exploration and walking tours

Our unique journey explores Stonehenge, Thomas Hardy’s sublime Dorset landscapes, and the serene beauty of the Channel Islands.

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