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Nothing in Britain surpasses the grandeur of Lakeland's central mountains. The route is that fashioned by Emperor Hadrians's Roman legions in the first century AD. Over Wrynose and Hardknott Passes, the steepest in England, pausing to view the extensive remains of Hardknott Roman Fort, before descending into lovely Eskdale.
Following lunch you will embark on the famous steam railway journey through Eskdale and onward to Wasdale and Wastwater (England's deepest and most dramatic lake).
The next destination is the splendid 14th century castle of Muncaster, a treasure chest of fine period furniture, tapestries, silverware, paintings, portraits and porcelain. In its internationally acclaimed gardens you will find magnificent examples of azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons and also have opportunity to visit the World Owl Trust.
The beautiful scenery of the Coniston Fells and Coniston Water bring to an end this classic of all Lake District tours.
Tour Highlights
- Hardknott and Wrynose Mountain Passes - the steepest and most exhilarating in England
- Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway
- 14th Century Muncaster Castle - fabulous gardens
- The internationally renowned World Owl Trust
- Central and Western Lakes including Wastwater - England's deepest lake
- Coniston Water - associated with John Ruskin, Arthur Ransome and Donald Campbell
- Hardknott Roman Fort - with magnificent views to Scafell and central mountain peaks
The High Adventure - High Mountain Passes Spectacular
01 January to 31 October
Daily Departure Point: Tour departs from Windermere Tourist Information Center (50 meters from Windermere Railway Station) Departure Time: 9:45am Return details: Tour concludes at original point of departure at approximately 5:30pm. Hotel Pickup: Hotel pick up is available from most central Windermere hotels, you MUST call the supplier to advise your hotel details for pick up and to reconfirm your tour. If you do not call, you must make your own way to the departure point.
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- Tour is not suitable for infants under 5 years
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- Senior prices are applicable for adults aged 65 years and over
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- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Luxury Mini-coach transport
- Morning Coffee and biscuits
- Admission to the Owl Sanctuary
- Admission to Mucaster Castle Gardens
- Ride on the Ravenglass/Eskdale Steam Railway
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- Maximum tour group size is 16
- Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair access is required
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