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3-Day Lake District Guided Tour from Edinburgh

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Apr - Oct: Monday

  • Duration

    3 days

  • Start time

    8:45am

  • Meeting Point

    Make your way to Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.

  • Ending Point

    Same as starting point

Key Highlights

  • Admire the sublime beauty of Ullswater, the second largest lake in the English Lake District
  • Capture lovely photos of Aira Force Waterfall and the stone bridge
  • Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle which looks likea miniature Stonehenge
  • Wander the shores of Lake Windermere or put on your sailing hat and go for a cruise!
  • Visit the Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage where England’s premier poet composed his work
  • See the gorgeous location of Star Wars: The Force Awakens at Derwent Water
  • Enjoy the stunning views of the monumental mountains at Honister Pass

Overview

Explore scenic Scotland and England on this 3-day tour of Lake District and step back in time with a visit to the iconic establishments and stunning sites. Awaken your inner poet as you bask in the beauty of Lake District and visit fascinating places like famed poet William Wordsworth’s Dove Cottagewhere he wrotesome of the most famous of his poems including, “I wandered Lonely as a Cloud”. Enjoy a vivid impression of what life was like in Wordsworth’s times and behold the magnificent mountains, rugged peaks, and soothing slopes. Take this tour and discover how and why this gorgeous area has inspired England's greatest poets and writers.


Itinerary

Day1:

Depart from Edinburgh in a comfortable Mercedes mini coach to kick start your tour!

Journey southward through the Scottish Borders and make your way to the first stop of the day – the Victorian spa town of Moffat. On the way there, enjoy the gorgeous rolling expanses and wonderful sights of the Galloway Hills and Southern Uplands!
Continue onward and cross into England over the border and head to Penrith. Explore the historic Cumbrian market town, the imposing ruins of Penrith Castle and later tuck into a delicious lunch (at own expense) at a local establishment. Learn all about the historic significance of Pernith castle from your expert guide and learn of the important role it played in defending the border against invading Scots.
Post lunch, make your way to the Lake District National Park and travel along the northern shores of Ullswater, often described as England’s most beautiful lake. Take a forest walk around the area and behold the majestic Aira Force waterfall!
Travel further towards Keswick and seethe mysterious Castlerigg standing stones that is thought to have once been a site for ancient pagan rules built over 5,000 years! As you journey further into Keswick, where you’re dropped off at your accommodation for the night, you’re free to explore the lively market and the charming town on your own.
(During July/early August this tour may stay in Windermere)

Day 2:

Kickstart your day after breakfast and take in views of Ullswater Lake before heading along the country roads where the southern shores await. As you continue further south, witness the winding Kirkstone Pass that takes you to Lake Windermere. Enjoy a serene cruise on the lake or simply relax by the shore and enjoy lunch while admiring the sublime scenic views all around you.
After lunch, travel around the southern tip of Windermere and head towards Coniston Water. The next leg of the journey takes you to the picturesque conservation village of Hawkshead, where the poet William Wordsworth attended Grammar School.
Spend some time exploring the cosy village before making your way through narrow country lanes towards Grasmere, which the poet Wordsworth described as “the loveliest spot that man hath found”.
You may also choose to visit Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage or enjoy the serene and calm respite of the WordsworthDaffodil Garden by the River Rothy. In the late afternoon, you return to Keswick to spend the night.

Day 3:
Head from your accommodation to the Whinlatter Forest Park and prepare to feast your eyes on the dramatic views from atop the Whinlatter Pass. Behold the best of sweeping landscape that Lake District has to offer.
Head next to the slate mines of Honister Mountain Pass and along the way you cover the winding lanes of High Lorton village, Crummock Water shores and Buttermere. Visit old slate workings, where a small number of Cumbrians continue to make their living.
Take a wee refreshment break and continue onward through the verdant forests of Borrowdale and head to the famous Derwent Water that inspired filming location of Star Wars!
The final leg of the tour takes you towards Penrithand after crossing into Scotland, you take a stop in the town of Biggar, a royal burgh that dates back to 1415!Enjoy the scenic and leisurely drive through the rolling border hills back to Edinburgh where your tour comes to a close.

Inclusions

  • Transport in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • English-speaking guide
  • Overnight accommodation. You may choose from the following options:
  • B&B (Bed and Breakfast) Standard: The toilet and showering facilities are shared with at least one other room in the house, and the price includes breakfast.
  • B&B En suite: The showering and toilet facilities are private, and breakfast is included in the price.
  • Hotels: Hotels have a bar or restaurant and provide evening meals. Breakfast is included in the price.
  • Hostels: A hostel consists of dormitory rooms with 4 to 16 bunk beds. The bathroom facilities are a short distance from the dorm room. Kitchen facilities are equipped so you can make your own meals.
  • Islands Cruise on Lake Windermere - 45 minutes

Exclusions

  • Entry fees to visitor attractions

Please note

Voucher Information: You must print and surrender a paper version of your booking voucher for this activity (showing your voucher on a smartphone is not accepted). No refund can be given for customers without a printed copy of their voucher.

Please reach meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

Children must be escorted by an adult.

Child rates are based on 1 child sharing a room with parent or 2 children in a twin room.

Maximum of two single rooms are allowed per booking on extended tours.

When hotel availability is restricted, B&B rooms will be booked instead of hotels with price reductions accordingly. You must mention any special accommodation request in the special request section while making a booking.

The tour can accommodate up to six passengers. In case of seven passengers, please contact local activity operator.
One 20kg (44lbs) bag per person.

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