The Lake District National Park is set like a jewel amid the Cumbrian Mountains and is one of the best loved and most scenic regions of the British Isles. From our base the 3 star Shap Wells Hotel we can explore the dramatic landscapes of the Lake District. All rooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities and a lift to most floors.
Itinerary
Sun Departing in the morning we travel to Cumbria to the 3 star Shap Wells in ample time to settle before evening dinner.
Mon A fantastic scenic tour to Ullswater and Pooley Bridge. There we board the Lake Steamer for a 1 hour cruise along the lake to Glenridding. We then travel over the rugged Kirkstone Pass and descend into Windermere and Bowness. Here you will have time for lunch or relax by the Lake. We continue via the market town of Kendal, famous for its Mint Cake before returning to our hotel.
Tue Today we have a beautiful scenic tour of the Yorkshire Dales National Park seeking out some of the most stunning scenery that Yorkshire has to offer.
Wed This morning we spend time in the market town of Penrith before heading to Keswick on the shore of Derwentwater, we have time for lunch before continuing to Grasmere once described as “the most loveliest spot that man hath found” sat alongside Grasmere Lake. We continue our journey via Coniston Water and Haverthwaite before returning to our hotel.
Thu After breakfast we start our day with a journey to Settle, where we board our train to Carlisle. The route will take you on a journey through the magnificent Yorkshire Dales. The afternoon will be free for you to shop or explore the historic heart of Carlisle.
Fri After a good breakfast we depart our hotel and make our return journey to Cornwall arriving home mid evening.
Terms
Limited number of Single Rooms – £75 Supplement.
A £75.00 non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your seat, the balance payable 6 weeks prior to departure.
Tour is subject to loading.
Total Price Includes:
* All Coach Travel * Holiday Insurance * All excursions to Include Ullswater Boat Cruise & Settle to Carlisle Rail Ride * 5 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast * Holiday Payment Scheme available upon request * Central pick-up points in most towns & villages * Free Parking at Depot.