The Lake District: Small-Group Tour from London (5-days)

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Cambridge & Lincoln
2 stops
1
University of Cambridge
The adventure begins by departing London and travelling to the iconic city of Cambridge, home to the world famous university. Whilst here you'll be able to visit some of the famous colleges where the likes of Stephen Hawking & Sir Isaac Newton studied, partake in a Cambridge tradition; punting and have lunch.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
2
We’ll continue north to the historic city of Lincoln. Here you can visit the magnificent Cathedral or explore the historic Castle where you can see an original copy of the Magna Carta, written in 1215.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
The Yorkshire Dales and southern Lakes
3 stops
3
This morning we'll travel through the beautiful green valleys of the Yorkshire Dales. Meander along country lanes towards the stunning Asygarth Falls, which featured in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Next we'll stop in the traditional Yorkshire town of Askrigg; fictional setting of All Creatures Great and Small, based on the novels of James Herriot.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
This afternoon you’ll visit the quaint Hill Top; formerly the home of author Beatrix Potter, who wrote the Tales of Peter Rabbit.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
The Best of the Lake District
4 stops
6
Today, your journey features some of the highlights of the Lake District. You’ll begin by heading to the village of Grasmere, where you can sample the famous gingerbread and visit Dove Cottage; home of the celebrated poet William Wordsworth.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
7
We'll visit the neolithic monument of Castlerigg stone circle; one of Britain's most scenic ancient sites and thought to be over 4,000-years-old.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
This afternoon we’ll drive along the beautiful Ullswater Lake, and make a stop at the beautiful Aira Force waterfall.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Lake Windermere
Now we travel back to Windermere, where you’ll have the opportunity to take a boat trip on England’s largest lake.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
York
1 stop
10
York Minster
Today we return to York, and then have the afternoon free to explore this historic and beautiful city. There’s so much to do here including; visiting the magnificent York Minister, discovering the Roman & Viking history of the city, exploring the world-renowned National Railway museum, taking a walk along the city walls, wandering through the historic central streets known as ‘The Shambles’, trying a traditional Yorkshire pudding, or joining one of the famous ghost tours.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Hardwick Hall & Stratford-upon-Avon
2 stops
11
This morning we visit Hardwick Hall, one of Britain's great Elizabethan houses. The stunning house and gardens were created in the 1590's by Bess of Hardwick, and who became the second wealthiest female in the land, after Queen Elizabeth I.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
12
Shakespeare's Birthplace
We’ll continue south to the last stop Stratford-upon-Avon; home town of the world’s greatest playwright; William Shakespeare. Here, you can explore the charming town and see some of the places with a connection to Shakespeare, including his birthplace.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children (aged 10+) must be accompanied by an adult
• Please bring suitable clothing for various weather conditions

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