Cumbria Trip Overview
The English Lake District is one of the most recent additions to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Admire the rolling countryside and craggy fells whilst listen to your guide about the Lake District’s history, geology and the people that have shaped this much-loved region.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as the Borrowdale Valley, Buttermere, Honister pass, Ullswater, and Grasmere. There are many stops on route; a highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its panoramic views. Our friendly driver/guide will provide an on-board commentary on this full day spectacular tour of lakes and mountains.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Cumbria, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Cumbria, England, United Kingdom
The English Lake District is one of the most recent additions to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Admire the rolling countryside and craggy fells whilst listen to your guide about the Lake District’s history, geology and the people that have shaped this much-loved region.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as the Borrowdale Valley, Buttermere, Honister pass, Ullswater, and Grasmere. There are many stops on route; a highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its panoramic views. Our friendly driver/guide will provide an on-board commentary on this full day spectacular tour of lakes and mountains.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Mountain Goat Tours, Victoria St, Windermere LA23 1AD, UK
Start the tour and meet all passengers at the main pickup point.
Stop At: Glenridding, Glenridding, Lake District, Cumbria, England
The first stop is in the beautiful village of Glennridding, nestled in the Ullswater valley.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ullswater Lake, England
Stop by the shores of Ullswater for photographs.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castlerigg Stone Circle, Castle Lane Underskiddaw, Keswick CA12 4RN England
Visit the ancient stone circle of Castlerigg, thought to be 4,000 years old.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Keswick, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop in the charming town of Keswick and explore.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ashness Bridge, Keswick England
Ashness Bridge
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Keswick CA12 5XN England
Stop at Honister where you will be treated to some of the most beautiful views in the Lake District.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Buttermere Lake, Buttermere, Cockermouth CA13 9XA England
Buttermere is well known to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the national park.
Pass By: Thirlmere in the Lake District, Keswick England
Pass by the man made reservoir nestled in the shadow of Helvellyn.
Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop in the charming village of Grasmere and pass by the Lake.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Rydal Water, A591, Rydal, Ambleside England
Pass by the stunning Rydal water.
Pass By: Mountain Goat Tours, Mountain Goat LTD 1AD Victoria Street, Windermere LA23 1AD England
End your fantastic day tour at your drop off point.
