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Cruises of the Lake District

Overview
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- Enjoy a cruise on captivating Lake Windermere
- Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Ullswater
- Admire Coniston Water’s amazing scenery with our Steam Yacht Gondola cruise
- Be treated to a fabulous afternoon tea while taking in spectacular views of Windermere
With included cruises on three different lakes, this wonderful holiday allows you to sit back, relax and take in the breath-taking scenery of the Lake District from the water. Join us as we make the most of cruises on Ullswater, Lake Windermere and Coniston, as well as visiting Grasmere, Bowness, Ambleside and Coniston.
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Itinerary

ITINERARY

Cruises of the Lake District

Day One - Home to Windermere
We’ll make our way from the interchange to Windermere, where we’ll check in to the Windermere Hotel and will enjoy a sumptuous evening meal. (D)

Day Two to Seven - Windermere
We’ll have a great time, with three excursions to make the most of. We’ll enjoy a trip to Ullswater, where we'll enjoy a relaxing cruise. After this, we'll make our way to Bowness, with a cruise across stunning Lake Windermere to reach Ambleside, followed by an excellent afternoon tea. Finally, we’ll discover captivating Coniston and will then enjoy a cruise on the amazing Steam Yacht Gondola. (B,D)

Day Eight - Windermere to Home
Time to say goodbye today; we depart after breakfast and make our way to the interchange before returning home. (B)

Cruises of the Lake District

Day One - Home to Windermere
We’ll make our way from the interchange to Windermere, where we’ll check in to the Windermere Hotel and will enjoy a sumptuous evening meal. (D)

Day Two to Seven - Windermere
We’ll have a great time, with three excursions to make the most of. We’ll enjoy a trip to Ullswater, where we'll enjoy a relaxing cruise. After this, we'll make our way to Bowness, with a cruise across stunning Lake Windermere to reach Ambleside, followed by an excellent afternoon tea. Finally, we’ll discover captivating Coniston and will then enjoy a cruise on the amazing Steam Yacht Gondola. (B,D)

Day Eight - Windermere to Home
Time to say goodbye today; we depart after breakfast and make our way to the interchange before returning home. (B)

LOCATIONS
The Hotel
YOUR HOTEL
Windermere Hotel
The hotel’s location is ideal for exploring the local villages of Bowness and Windermere, as well as the beautiful Lake District scenery. Details of a selection of attractions in Windermere and the surrounding area can be found in the Local Attractions section of our website. Spanning three floors, the Windermere Hotel contains 69 comfortable bedrooms. If you’re looking for that extra special touch, you can choose to upgrade to our stylish new Premier and Superior Rooms. Inside the hotel you’ll find a warm, intimate atmosphere, and the friendliest of welcomes from our highly experienced staff.

Perfectly situated on a hilltop overlooking the quaint village of Windermere and the beautiful surrounding areas

The Hotel was originally called the Riggs Windermere Hotel, named after Thomas Rigg, who built it in 1847

A recent refurbishment to the bar and restaurant has left us with a modern look, but the hotel keeps its charm

Traditional historic listed building
Gallery
- Windermere Lake Cruises
- Keswick
- Cruiser on Lake Windermere
Excursions & Extras

INCLUDED EXCURSIONS

Full Day: Ullswater Steamers & Keswick
Travel via the Kirkstone Pass to enjoy a cruise on beautiful Ullswater, the second largest lake in the Lake District. Magnificently set amid the splendour of some of the finest fells in Lakeland – it is easy to see why it is regarded by many as the most beautiful lake in Lakeland. We continue on to enjoy some free time in Keswick, on the shores of Derwentwater.

Full Day: Windermere Cruises, Afternoon Tea and Ambleside
Today we enjoy an excursion firstly to pretty Bowness, on the shores of Lake Windermere, from which we cruise to bustling Ambleside to explore. We then continue to enjoy a fabulous afternoon tea with views of beautiful Lake Windermere.

Half Day: Coniston and Steam Yacht Gondola
Take in splendid scenery today, as we enjoy an excursion to Coniston. In this charming setting, we enjoy a cruise aboard the Steam Yacht Gondola - an elegant coal-fired steam yacht, providing a nostalgic sailing experience.

Full Day: Ullswater Steamers & Keswick
Travel via the Kirkstone Pass to enjoy a cruise on beautiful Ullswater, the second largest lake in the Lake District. Magnificently set amid the splendour of some of the finest fells in Lakeland – it is easy to see why it is regarded by many as the most beautiful lake in Lakeland. We continue on to enjoy some free time in Keswick, on the shores of Derwentwater.

Full Day: Windermere Cruises, Afternoon Tea and Ambleside
Today we enjoy an excursion firstly to pretty Bowness, on the shores of Lake Windermere, from which we cruise to bustling Ambleside to explore. We then continue to enjoy a fabulous afternoon tea with views of beautiful Lake Windermere.

Half Day: Coniston and Steam Yacht Gondola
Take in splendid scenery today, as we enjoy an excursion to Coniston. In this charming setting, we enjoy a cruise aboard the Steam Yacht Gondola - an elegant coal-fired steam yacht, providing a nostalgic sailing experience.
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What's included

Coach Travel
Travel by Grand Tourer coach
Welcome Drink reception
Free Home Connect service (where available)
Seven nights accommodation
Daily breakfast, seven evening meals
Porterage
Three included excursion

Windermere Hotel

The hotel’s location is ideal for exploring the local villages of Bowness and Windermere, as well as the beautiful Lake District scenery.

Learn more about the hotel

The hotel’s location is ideal for exploring the local villages of Bowness and Windermere, as well as the beautiful Lake District scenery. Details of a selection of attractions in Windermere and the surrounding area can be found in the Local Attractions section of our website. Spanning three floors, the Windermere Hotel contains 69 comfortable bedrooms. If you’re looking for that extra special touch, you can choose to upgrade to our stylish new Premier and Superior Rooms. Inside the hotel you’ll find a warm, intimate atmosphere, and the friendliest of welcomes from our highly experienced staff.

Perfectly situated on a hilltop overlooking the quaint village of Windermere and the beautiful surrounding areas
The Hotel was originally called the Riggs Windermere Hotel, named after Thomas Rigg, who built it in 1847
A recent refurbishment to the bar and restaurant has left us with a modern look, but the hotel keeps its charm
Traditional historic listed building