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Overview

Spectacular Views, Amazing Locations, Photo Opportunities, Great Commentary with Interesting Information and Facts. If you are looking for a Lake District tour to see 10 beautiful lakes, magnificent mountains, spectacular scenery, traditional villages as well as famous landmarks and insights into living in the Lakes, then this tour is for you. With plenty of unrushed stops for photos, fascinating facts and a comfy seat in an air-conditioned minivan, this is the perfect way to spend a winter's day.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Oxenholme Railway Station ticket office on the Southbound side. Postcode: LA9 7HF What3Words: ///daily.slate.rift They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Kirkstone Mountain Pass
A brief stop at Kirskstone Pass for photos
Duration: 10 mins
2. Ullswater Lake
We stop on the shore of Ullswater for another photo opportunity
Duration: 10 mins
3. Aira Force
An opportunity to take a short walk through the forest to the waterfall of Aira Force. It's great to be able to explore the outdoors here on well established paths.
Duration: 40 mins
4. Castlerigg Stone Circle
We then make our way to Castlerigg Stone Circle to explore this late Neolithic stone circle.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Theatre by the Lake
Our lunch stop is at the cafe attached to the Theatre by the Lake at Lakeside, Keswick. This great location is right next to Derwentwater and you will have plenty of opportunity to explore the area
Duration: 60 mins
6. Derwentwater
There is time for a brief walk along the shore of Derwentwater
Duration: 20 mins
7. Ashness Bridge
We now make our way to Suprise View and Ashness Bridge for fantastic views across Derwentwater towards Catbells and Skiddaw. You will have plenty of time for photos!
Duration: 20 mins
8. Honister Slate Mine
Our next stop is at Honister Slate Mine, the last slate mine in England. The views from here are fantastic.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Buttermere Lake
We travel down the Honister Pass to Buttermere. More opportunities for photos!
Duration: 15 mins
10. Moss Force Waterfall
After climbing up the Newlands Pass we arrive at Moss Force waterfall. We will stop here to take in the views.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Bassenthwaite Lake
Weather permitting, we will call in at a great overlook spot for Bassenthwaite Lake.
Duration: 10 mins
12. The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop
We pass through Grasmere and see the world famous Gingerbread Shop
13. Wordsworth Grasmere
A brief stop outside of Dove Cottage to see the place where William Wordsworth lived.
Duration: 5 mins
14. Windermere
This is one of our pickup points
15. Bowness-on-Windermere
This is one of our pickup points
16. Ambleside
This is one of our pickup points
17. Kendal
This is one of our pickup points
18. Keswick
This is one of our pickup points

Inclusion

Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 7 guests

Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning, WiFi and charging points for most mobile devices

Regular photo / refreshment / comfort stops

Professional Guides share their expertise of all the fascinating facts and stories in English

Departure and return to convenient, centrally located meeting points

All entrance fees for locations on the itinerary are included

Exclusion

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The time of pickup from Oxenholme train station is timed to meet the first train heading towards Glasgow from London Euston on Mondays to Saturdays

The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather

As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes

The route is subject to change is the weather conditions prevent us using our normal routes

Children under the age of 5 can travel on this tour but we do not recommend it

Children must be accompanied by an adult

All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them

We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!

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