6-Day/ 5-Night Moderate (Best of Fife Coastal Path)

From your point of arrival, use the public transport information we provide to make the journey to North Queensferry.

Your tour begins directly underneath the gigantic Firth of Forth railway bridge. Soon, you leave the hurtling trains behind you as the path heads eastwards, with wonderful views of Edinburgh and out to the Island of  Inchcolm, towards the splendid village of Aberdour. From there, the path follows the coastline into Burntisland.

Start your hike from Burntisland or take a train to the pretty little fishing village of Kinghorn in the morning. From there, the trail heads north past the dramatic remains of Seafield Tower and into the town of Kirkcaldy. Continue on through Ravenscraig Park to Dysart Harbour, where we recommend a stop at the fascinating Visitor Centre and café in the old Harbourmaster’s House. From here, the hike enters a less attractive sections as it passes through urban areas affected by the decline of the local industries.

If you like glorious sandy beaches and charming fishing villages then you will love this section of the trail. On your way, look out for the Robinson Crusoe statue in Lower Largo, home to the real life inspiration of this famous fictional character.

At Elie Ness you can visit Lady Anstruther’s 18th century summer bathing house and a little further on the ruins of 13th century Newark Castle befor the trail leads onward to St Monans and Pittwenweem. Afterwards, you pass through the popular tourist village of Anstruther where a visit to the Fisheries Museum is worthwhile. And, if you’re feeling peckish, be sure to stop in at the Anstruther Fish Bar – a past winner of the UK Fish & Chip Shop of the Year.

There are regular bus services from Crail to Edinburgh and onwards to Glasgow. Full details provided upon booking.