Keswick and Festive Windermere Cruise Weekend

Make the most of this festive season and escape to the beautiful Lake District. From our base in stunning Keswick, we will explore the quaint shops and charming streets of Ambleside, before enjoying a selection of festive treats while we cruise along the waters of Lake Windermere. With gorgeous towns and spectacular scenery waiting to be uncovered, this tour is a must.

4 days from £309pp

Single Room Supplement from £39pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to the Derwentwater Hotel near Keswick for three nights. We enjoy a tea, coffee or mulled wine with a festive treat on arrival to get us into the spirit of the season.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Today starts with a visit to the pretty town of Ambleside, home to plenty of quaint shops and cosy cafés. From here, we’ll embark on a cruise along the waters of Lake Windermere, taking in the breathtaking scenery whilst enjoying a mulled wine and mince pie. Departing at Bowness-on-Windermere, you’ll have some free time to explore this charming town.

We return back to the hotel in time for our Christmas dinner, complete with a complimentary glass of wine.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Cruise on Lake Windermere
  • Ambleside
  • Bowness-on-Windermere
  • Lake Windermere

Visit Grasmere, one of Cumbria's most popular villages, be sure to pick up a sweet treat from the tiny Sarah Nelson Gingerbread Shop.

We will also have free time in pretty Keswick, before returning to the hotel for a festive cream tea.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Keswick and Grasmere
  • Derwentwater, Cumbria, England
  • Grasmere

Feeling merry and bright, we begin our journey home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Single Room Supplement from £39.00 (4 days).

Accommodation

You will stay for three nights at the Derwentwater Hotel in Keswick.

The Derwentwater Hotel

The Derwentwater Hotel

With beautiful surroundings that are ideal for rest and relaxation, The Derwentwater Hotel is located in the village of Portinscale, in the popular town of Keswick, and is the perfect choice for any Lake District break. The hotel boasts 16 acres of picturesque grounds and gardens, as well excellent facilities including a restaurant offering a choice of modern and traditional dishes, a bar, and an inviting conservatory from where you can take a scenic stroll down to the water – keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels! With comfortable rooms and warm hospitality, this charming hotel is sure to leave you feeling rejuvenated.

Location: Portinscale, Keswick, CA12 5RE

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe Box
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
  • Iron or Trouser Press
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair Access
Service
  • Room Service Available
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Dogs Allowed on Request
Transport
  • Bus Stop Nearby
Food & Drink
  • Vegetarian Meals On Request
  • Gluten Free Meals on Request
  • Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
  • Vegan Menu
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £39

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