Lakeland Steam Cruise and Scenic Delights

LAKELAND STEAM, CRUISE & SCENIC DELIGHTS

 

19 – 23 July 2027

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £639

 

Discover the timeless beauty of the Lake District on a holiday filled with spectacular scenery, charming towns and memorable journeys. Explore much-loved Lakeland favourites including Keswick, Grasmere, Ambleside and Windermere, cruise across beautiful Ullswater surrounded by magnificent mountain views and step aboard the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway for a nostalgic steam journey. With picturesque landscapes and traditional Lakeland charm at every turn, this is a wonderful way to experience one of Britain’s most beautiful regions.

 

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

· Explore historic Kendal, with its traditional Mint Cake and market-town charm.

· Enjoy Windermere, beautiful Lakeland surroundings.

· Discover picturesque Keswick, nestled in spectacular Lake District fells.

· Cruise across Ullswater and admire breathtaking mountain scenery

· Visit charming Grasmere, home of Wordsworth and its famous gingerbread.

· Wander through Ambleside, by some of the Lake District’s finest scenery.

· Journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway a nostalgic steam adventure.

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel north to the Lake District, first making a stop at Bents Garden Centre where you have a short while before we continue our journey.  You will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Kendal and Windermere Village

his morning we make our way to the Cumbrian market town of Kendal, home of the ‘mint cake’ and breathtaking views. Kendal offers a fine selection of shopping arcades, boasts two castles, museums and a host of historical buildings to explore at leisure.

 

This afternoon we have free time in Windermere, a bustling tourist hotspot with independent shops, interesting museums & plenty of places to eat before returning to the hotel for the evening.

 

DAY THREE – Keswick and Ullswater Cruise

Today we take a scenic drive into the pretty town of Keswick on the banks of Ullswater. The capital of the North Lakes, Keswick has a range of shops, galleries, and interesting places to explore.

 

This afternoon we journey back to Glenridding on the shore of Ullswater to board the lake ‘steamer’ for a leisurely scenic cruise on the lake to Pooley Bridge where we return to the coach and journey back to the hotel.

 

DAY FOUR – Grasmere, Ambleside & Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Today we enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of the Lake District, passing through St John's Vale and alongside the beautiful waters of Thirlmere before arriving in the picturesque village of Grasmere. Take time to explore this delightful Lakeland village, forever associated with William Wordsworth, and perhaps treat yourself to the famous Grasmere Gingerbread.

 

We continue to the charming town of Ambleside before making our way to Lakeside, where we board the historic Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway for a nostalgic steam train journey through the beautiful Leven Valley.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast we leave our hotel and begin our journey home, we make a stop at the Imperial War Museum Manchester on route home.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway Journey

Ullswater Cruise.

 

THE PATTERDALE HOTEL, ULLSWATER

At the head of beautiful Ullswater and surrounded by dramatic Lakeland fells, the Patterdale Hotel offers a warm Cumbrian welcome. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms, a welcoming restaurant, cosy lounge and bar provide the perfect base for exploring the Lake District. This hotel has a lift.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway Journey

Ullswater Cruise.

 

THE PATTERDALE HOTEL, ULLSWATER

At the head of beautiful Ullswater and surrounded by dramatic Lakeland fells, the Patterdale Hotel offers a warm Cumbrian welcome. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms, a welcoming restaurant, cosy lounge and bar provide the perfect base for exploring the Lake District. This hotel has a lift.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wi-Fi

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	19 -23 JUL 2027	MONDAY	£639	NONE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£38

 

 

 

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

The Patterdale Hotel Windermere Lake Cruise Ullswater Steamers Lakeside Railway