Lake District Explorer
Lake District Explorer
Lake District Explorer
3 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Lake District, London
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
8 - 30
Age range:
18-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Rail Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the Lake District Explorer tour and immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes that inspired Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. This three-day adventure begins with a scenic train journey from London to Oxenholme, followed by a guided exploration of the Southern Lake District. Visit the historic Hill Top cottage, wander through the medieval village of Hawkshead, and enjoy a serene cruise on Lake Windermere. Stay at the charming Lindeth Howe hotel, savor a traditional cream tea, and indulge in a three-course dinner. Discover ten stunning lakes, the ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle, and the picturesque village of Grasmere, all while traveling in a comfortable 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day One (Tuesday): London – Oxenholme – Hawkshead - Bowness
Location: Lake District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lindeth Howe 4* hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
8:00am – Meet your British Heritage Tours representative at London Euston train station outside. Boarding will commence from 8:15am and the train will depart promptly at 8:30am.
Enjoy comfortable train travel with reserved seats in Standard Class between London and Oxenholme with Avanti West Coast. On-board refreshments are available for purchase.
11:10am – Alight at Oxenholme station – gateway to the Lake District – where your local guide will meet you on platform 1. The Lake District is characterised by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys dotted with pretty market towns and villages that date back to a bygone era.
Taking in the spectacular scenery that inspired the author Beatrix Potter, this first day is an ideal opportunity to see the landscapes and places that held huge importance in her writing. Our itinerary gives you a fantastic overview of the Southern Lake District, introducing the culture and history of The Lakes, which created the landscape you see today.
Visit Hill Top Farm, the first Lakeland home of Beatrix Potter, purchased by her in 1905 which helped to inspire many of her most loved stories. Then explore medieval Hawkshead village where young William Wordsworth attended school and where Beatrix Potter spent much of their time.
Taking to the water you will enjoy a relaxing cruise across Lake Windermere – with its breath-taking scenery it features some of the finest views in England.
Round off your day with a traditional cream tea of fresh scones, traditional clotted cream and jam with your choice of tea or coffee. The setting is the beautiful Lindeth Howe once purchased by Beatrix Potter for her mother to reside in, decorated with beautiful theming throughout.
Evening: Upon check-in to your hotel relax before an included dinner sourced from local produce.
Accommodation: Lindeth Howe 4* hotel (or similar). Meals included on this day: Dinner.
Day Two (Wednesday): Bowness – Keswick – Grasmere - Bowness
Location: Lake District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lindeth Howe hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following a delicious breakfast, your second day is a pure celebration of the outstanding scenery for which the Lake District is renowned. You will be collected from your hotel to embark on your small group tour. Sit back and enjoy magnificent mountains, lakes and valleys from the south to the north.
On this day you will see Ten Lakes - including Windermere, Brotherswater, Ullswater, Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Buttermere, Crummockwater, Thirlmere, Grasmere and Rydal.
Enjoy free time for lunch in the market town of Keswick and see the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its 360-degree view taking in the surrounding fells. The stone circle dates back to 3000 BC and is thought to have been constructed before Stonehenge.
A highlight of the afternoon is a visit to Grasmere – a picture perfect Lakeland village, nestled between the mountains and made famous as the birthplace of William Wordsworth. We recommend visiting Grasmere’s historic gingerbread shop which has been making gingerbread since 1854.
Evening: Dinner is taken independently on this night. Guests may choose to visit one of the local pubs or restaurants in nearby Bowness or simply enjoy a second night dining at Lindeth Howe (to be paid locally).
Accommodation: Lindeth Howe hotel (or similar). Meals included on this day: A Full English breakfast.
Day Three (Thursday): Bowness – Oxenholme - London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a delicious breakfast, you will be collected from your hotel in Bowness for the return back to Oxenholme train station arriving just after 11am.
11:26am: Your train departs Oxenholme for London. Enjoy reserved seats in Standard Class. Refreshments are available for purchase on board.
2:15pm: Your experience concludes on arrival into London Euston train station. We wish you a fond farewell and safe onward journey.
Accommodation: Not applicable. Meals included on this day: A Full English breakfast.
What's Included
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Return rail tickets
Return rail tickets between London Euston and Oxenholme (The Lake District)
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Hotel accommodation
2 nights’ hotel accommodation at Lindeth Howe (4*)
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Breakfast
2 x full English Breakfast
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Dinner
1 x 3 course dinner on the first night in the Lake District
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Guided touring
Two days of live guided touring by midi coach
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Entry to Hill Top cottage
Entry to Beatrix Potter’s ‘Hill Top’ cottage
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Cruise
Cruise on Lake Windermere
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Cream Tea
Cream Tea (scones, jam, clotted cream and a choice of tea or coffee)
What's Not Included
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Gratuities
Gratuities (discretionary)
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Transfers
Transfers before or after your tour
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Accommodation
Accommodation before or after your tour
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Lunch
Lunch
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Dinner
Dinner on the second night
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Porterage
Porterage
Mode of Transport
Return rail tickets between London Euston and Oxenholme, travel in a small group aboard a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter, and a cruise on Lake Windermere.
Accommodation
2 nights’ hotel accommodation at Lindeth Howe (4*).
Check out our Q&As
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Are there any meals not included in the tour package?
Yes, lunch and dinner on the second night are not included in the tour package.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes two nights' hotel accommodation at Lindeth Howe, a 4-star hotel.
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What are some of the scenic locations visited during the tour?
The tour visits ten lakes including Windermere, Brotherswater, Ullswater, Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Buttermere, Crummockwater, Thirlmere, Grasmere, and Rydal.
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What is the maximum group size for the tour?
The tour travels in a small group aboard a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes two full English breakfasts, a three-course dinner on the first night, and a traditional cream tea with scones, clotted cream, and jam.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Key highlights include visiting Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top' cottage, exploring the medieval village of Hawkshead, visiting Grasmere, sampling traditional gingerbread, and enjoying a cruise on Lake Windermere.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes return rail tickets between London Euston and Oxenholme, travel in a small group aboard a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter, and a cruise on Lake Windermere.
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Is there any free time during the tour for personal exploration?
Yes, there is free time for lunch in the market town of Keswick on the second day.
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Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, the tour includes two days of live guided touring by midi coach.
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What is the pick-up and drop-off time for the tour?
The pick-up time is at 8:00am from London Euston train station, and the drop-off time is at 2:15pm at London Euston train station.
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What size vehicle will I be travelling on?
We use top of the range 50-seater executive coaches on all our coach tours.
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Do the coaches have WiFi on board?
We do not offer WiFi on-board our coaches as in certain parts of the country, there is little to no coverage and consistency of service as well as doing what we say, is important to us. However, all the included hotels have WiFi available.
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Is there a toilet/WC on board the coach?
Yes, all our coaches have a WC on board, regardless of the length of the tour.
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How much luggage can I bring?
Space in the luggage compartments of the coaches is limited, and the maximum authorised luggage is one suitcase of up to 30 kg per person.
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I have special dietary requirements; how do I advise this in advance?
In order to provide the most reliable service for our customers, we remain in close contact with all our hotels and attractions, so that any dietary requirements will be treated carefully. For us to process the request effectively, please message us no later than 14 days before you travel.
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How many people will be on my tour?
On our Extended Tours of 12 days, 10 days, 9 days or 8 days, there will be a maximum number of 30 guests on board the coach to allow guests extra room to spread out. On our Short Stay Tours of 3 days or 6 days, there will be a maximum number of 40 guests on board the coach allowing some extra space to move around the coach. Average loadings are below 40 guests.
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