Keswick 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 listening 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
Starts: Keswick, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Keswick, 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 listening 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: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DN, UK
Meet your driver guide to start your tour
Stop At: Surprise View, Borrowdale, Keswick England
Enjoy the stunning views of Derwent Water from the world famous Surprise View.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Keswick CA12 5XN England
Admire the stunning views as you stop for a short break at the top of Honister Pass, home to the Honister Slate Mine.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Buttermere, Buttermere, Cockermouth, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive past one of the Lake District’s most beautiful places, Buttermere.
Stop At: Moss Force Waterfall, Buttermere, Cockermouth CA12 5TS England
Admire the views of the Newlands Pass and visit the stunning Moss Force waterfalls.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castlerigg, Castlerigg, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Visit this stone circle, thought to be 4,000 years old, where you will see fantastic views of the Lake District.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Thirlmere, Thirlmere, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive passed this man made reservoir north of Grasmere, under the shadow of Helvellyn.
Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop in this famous village, known for its Grasmere Gingerbread and its links to William Wordsworth.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Kirkstone Pass, Ambleside England
Stop to see some of the best views in the Lake District at the top of Kirkstone Pass.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ullswater, Ullswater, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop at the side of this stunning lake, well known for its stunning scenery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DN, UK
Finish your tour back in Keswick.
