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Cotswolds and The Lakes Tour


Our Lake District and Cotswolds tour takes you to Englands most spectacular countryside. You will see the quintessential rural England. Picture postcard scenery in the Cotswolds and stunning panoramas in the Lake District.
After an overnight in London, it's off to the Lake District by train where you'll enjoy the stunning scenery of lakes and mountains around Conniston, Windermere, and Grasmere. On arrival in the Lake District you can relax at the hotel with afternoon tea or start exploring. There'll be a full day "10 Lakes Spectacular" group tour on day three showing the best of the region. The next day you have free time in the morning before departing by train for the Cotswolds. The itinerary given includes one night hotel accommodation in Cheltenham at Lypiatt House Hotel. The next morning you will be collected from the hotel to start your two days private tour visiting the rolling hills and idyllic villages of the Cotswolds with an expert driver guide.

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The Lake District
Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Heathrow Airport
Transfer to London by taxi
Overnight in a central London hotel

Day 2
Travel to the Lake District by train - London Euston to Oxenholme station
On arrival in the Lake District you will be met by a driver to take you to Lindeth Howe Hotel. (once owned by Beatrix Potter).
Option: Afternoon tea at Lindeth Howe Hotel
Accommodation: Lindeth Howe Hotel, Bowness on Windermere

Day 3
The 10 Lakes Spectacular full day tour introduces you to just that. Magnificent scenery of mountains, valleys and lakes from the south to the north. The tour includes a lake cruise, a visit to the 4,000 year old Castlerigg Stone Circle set high on the fells, and time in Keswick. You travel over passes, through beautiful valleys, see waterfalls and traditional picturesque villages. You have plenty of stops for admiring the views and taking photographs. You will be collected and dropped off from your hotel.
Accommodation: Lindeth Howe Hotel, Bowness on Windermere

Day 4
Free time in the morning. In the afternoon transfer to Oxenholme station by taxi. Train from Oxenholme to Cheltenham Spa by train. (changing at Birmingham New Street)
Optional afternoon tour to see Beatrix Potter's home "Hilltop Farm" (Evening train departure to the Cotswolds)
Taxi from Cheltenham Spa to Lypiatt House hotel
Accommodation: Lypiatt House Hotel, Cheltenham

Day 5
Full day sightseeing in the Cotswolds by private car with a driver guide.
You will visit:
Chipping Campden
Broadway Tower
Snowshill
Broadway
Winchcombe
Accommodation: Noel Arms Hotel, Chipping Campden

Day 6
Stow on the Wold
The Slaughters
Bourton on the Water
Bibury
Burford
Accommodation: Noel Arms Hotel, Chipping Campden

Day 7
Departure day
Transfer to Heathrow airport.


The itinerary above is based on arrival in to Heathrow airport. If this is not convenient for your plans (eg flying in to different airport, all ready in London) we can alter it to fit in with you. A deposit of 15% is required to guarantee the booking. Final payment will be due 28 days before departure. Payments are made by credit card or bank transfer.

   
 
Lake District and the Cotswolds Price
2 Adults £2268.00
4 Adults £3828.00
 
   

   
 
London Hotels Accommodation
Superior Hotels Strand Palace Hotel. Hotel Russell. Hilton Paddington
 
   

   
 
Lake District Hotel Accommodation
Superior Hotels Lindeth Howe Hotel, Bowness on Windermere
 
   

   
 
Alternative Cotswold Accommodation Choices
B&B Number 9, Stow on the Wold. Lansdowne Villa, Bourton on the Water. Manor Close, Bourton on the Water
Standard Hotel Lypiatt House Hotel, Cheltenham. Wyastone Hotel, Cheltenham. Swan Hotel, Bibury. Noel Arms Hotel, Chipping Campden
Superior Hotel Bibury Court Hotel, Bibury. Lords of the Manor, Upper Slaughter. Cotswold House Hotel, Chipping Campden.
  • Price is based on Superior Hotel accommodation booking in London and the Lake District. Standard Hotel booking in the Cotswolds. Bed and Breakfast or Superior Hotels also available in the Cotswolds
    Cotswold Bed&Breakfast    Less£40.00 per night
    Superior Hotel   £140.00 per night supplement
 
   

Any changes?
Our itineraries are meticulously planned, but if you want to change any of the details of the tour, including accommodation, let your travel advisor know and they will happily make any adjustments.


Self drive option:
You want to see the Cotswolds and be completely independant? Why not rent a car? All cars have satellite navigation and we will provide all the instructions to take you where you want to go. Your own transport will give you the freedom to go where you like and spend as much or as little time as you want when you're there. Let us be your Cotswold consultants and design a personalized itinerary for you! We know quality hotels and fabulous restaurants to suit your tastes and budget.


To book a "Cotswolds and the Lakes" holiday, please contact us with your group size, dates and accommodation preference, Bed & Breakfast, hotel or Self Catering. There are literally hundreds of choices in the Cotswolds, so let us help you find a warm welcome and a comfortable bed.



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