DAY 1 | PENRITH CASTLE AND LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK
Travel over the smooth rolling hills of the Scottish Borders.
Explore the ancient ruins of Penrith Castle.
Take as many photographs as you can at ‘England’s most beautiful lake’, Ullswater.
Relax in the market town of Keswick.
You depart Edinburgh and head South through the Scottish Borders. You can enjoy the gorgeous rolling expanses of the Galloway Hills and Southern Uplands as we travel to our first stop of the day, the Victorian spa town of Moffat.

From Moffat you continue south over the border into England and head to the historic Cumbrian market town of Penrith. Here you have the chance to enjoy lunch and explore the imposing ruins of Penrith Castle. This uniquely coloured castle played a key role in defending the border from invading Scots.

After lunch we enter the Lake District National Park and travel along the northern shores of Ullswater. This lake is often described as England’s most beautiful lake, and it’s here we give you the chance to take a forest walk and see the mighty Aira Force waterfall.

You then travel towards Keswick, stopping outside the town to visit the mysterious Castlerigg standing stones, thought to have been built over 5,000 years ago and once a lively hub of ancient pagan rituals.

You have a short journey into the lively market town of Keswick where you’re dropped off at your accommodation and free to explore the charming town.         

Accommodation: 3* Hotel or Bed and Breakfast depending on option selected
Overnight in Keswick on bed-and-breakfast basis.
                                           

DAY 2 | KIRKSTONE PASS TOWARDS LAKE WINDERMERE AND WORDSWORTH’S DOVE COTTAGE
Stare in wonder at the views on an optional boat trip, Lake Windermere.
Wander around the cosy village of Hawkshead
Enjoy the peace of the Wordsworth Memorial Daffodill Garden
After breakfast, you take in views of Ullswater Lake as we head along country roads to its southern shores.

You continue further south and travel over the narrow and winding Kirkstone Pass towards the lovely Lake Windermere. Here you have the option to take a leisurely cruise on the Lake or eat lunch  while enjoying sublime views of the surrounding scenery.

After lunch you travel around the southern tip of Windermere and on towards Coniston Water. Your next stop is the picturesque conservation village of Hawkshead, where the poet William Wordsworth attended Grammar School.

After exploring the cosy village, you take the narrow country lanes north towards Grasmere, which Wordsworth described as “the loveliest spot that man hath found”.

There's free time to visit Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage, taste the legendary gingerbread, or enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Wordsworth Daffodil Garden by the River Rothy.

In the late afternoon, you return to Keswick.   

Accommodation: 3* Hotel or Bed and Breakfast depending on option selected
Overnight in Keswick on bed-and-breakfast basis.           
Included: Islands Cruise on Lake Windermere - 45 minutes. Not included: Lunch.                                

DAY3 | WHINLATTER PASS TOWARDS THE HONISTER MOUNTAIN PASS AND BORROWDALE
Set your sights on sweepings views from atop the Whinlatter Pass
Learn about the slate mines at the Honister Mountain Pass
We pick you up from your accommodation and head for the Whinlatter Forest Park and over the Whinlatter Pass into the most dramatic landscapes that the Lake District has to offer.

You journey along winding lanes, through the rural village of High Lorton, past the shores of Crummock Water and Buttermere, and towards the Honister Mountain Pass.

Stopping amongst the mountains you have the opportunity to visit old slate workings, where a small number of Cumbrians continue to make their living.

After refreshments, you continue through the forests of Borrowdale, passing Derwent Water, where there’s free time for lunch and shopping.

Once you’ve eaten lunch, you begin your return journey, heading towards Penrith and north towards the border. After crossing into Scotland you take a stop in the town of Biggar, a royal burgh since 1415. From here it’s a leisurely drive through the rolling border hills back to Edinburgh.

Important Information
Rooms booked are always private rooms with ensuite facilities.
B&B Shared and Hotel Shared options as listed above are per person and valid for two and B&B Single and Hotel Single rates are per person when booking a single room for 1 person.
Please be aware that although we aim to provide accommodation in the centre of the locations where we stay overnight, due to the smaller size of some of these destinations, accommodation may on occasion be up to 2 miles/20-30 minute walk from the centre of the town.

Please note that if your party size is a larger group (5+ pax), or if you are booking close to the departure date, we cannot guarantee that all travellers in a group will be in the same accommodation.
You are allowed up to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items. This is a legal requirement in place for your safety. We can refuse to carry luggage over these limits, and there’s a possibility you may not be allowed onboard if you’ve not stored your excess baggage.

Child rate applies to children aged 5-15, based on 1 child sharing a room with adult(s)/parent(s). Please specify children's ages at the time of booking in order to assist in securing suitable accommodation for extended tours. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Where no child rate is shown, we are unable to take passengers under the age of 18 years old.




Starting point: ADDRESS - location.Description, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - (Longitude: 0.000000, Latitude: 0.000000)
Ending point: Same - Same as Starting Point

Inclusions: 
 
Accommodation
Guide
Breakfast
Transport
 


Exclusions: 
 
Meal
 


Important Info: 
Comfortable walking shoes and waterproof jacket recommended.;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process and ensure that you have provided your correct email address. 
;If you have a food allergy or dietary requirement, please advice when booking.