High Adventure: Landscapes & Legends Tour from Oxenholme
ID: GYG872510-1373992
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Get off the beaten track and enjoy a full-day tour exploring the Western Lake District. Drive over England’s steepest passes, admire the stunning Wast water and visit the beautiful Muncaster Castle.
Embark on a full-day adventure exploring the Western Lake District’s hidden gems and captivating scenery.
Drive over the stunning Wrynose Pass, with its steep, winding route and spectacular views. Your driver-guide will share fascinating insights as we navigate one of Britain’s steepest mountain roads.
Then, prepare for the legendary Hardknott Pass, another of Britain’s most challenging roads. Along the route, you’ll pass Hardknott Roman Fort, perched 1,000 feet up on the fells.
After descending into the Eskdale Valley, you’ll arrive at Muncaster Castle, where a delicious lunch awaits. Enjoy the castle’s magnificent grounds and historic charm, adding a special touch to your day.
The afternoon takes you to Wast Water in Wasdale Valley, renowned as “Britain’s Favourite View.” Framed by peaks including Scafell Pike, Red Pike, and Great Gable, Wast Water is England’s deepest lake, known for its striking beauty and dramatic atmosphere.
Highlights
- Drive over the Wrynose and Hardknott passes
- Admire the sights at Wast Water
- Enjoy a lunch at Muncaster Castle
- Enjoy the Grounds and Bird of Prey Show
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children must be 5 years or older
• There will be a designated lunch stop where it will be possible to buy lunch
• There will be toilet stops en route
• Minimal walking is involved
• Vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
• Routes are subject to change in the event of severe inclement weather, traffic congestion or for operational reasons
This tour departs from Oxenholme Railway Station, Booking Office, Platform 1 at 09:10
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
