ENGLAND
5 DAYS from £471
Ribblehead Viaduct, Settle to Carlisle Railway
Settle to Carlisle Railway The most beautiful heritage train journey and the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria, the Settle to Carlisle Railway will take us through breathtaking landscapes. Choose from a day in one of Yorkshire’s great cities of York or Harrogate and sail away from the pretty lakeland village of Pooley Bridge on a heritage cruise on iconic Ullswater Lake.
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TWIN CENTRE
The Shambles, York
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 York or Harrogate Today is your choice to spend a day in one of Yorkshire’s great cities. Learn about Harrogate’s fascinating spa history visiting the Royal Pump Room Museum or admire the stunning architecture of the Royal Hall followed by an Afternoon Tea at Bettys and then stroll the shops or perhaps RHS Garden Harlow Carr. In York, stroll the medieval Shambles and ancient city walls, marvel at the breathtaking York Minster, enjoy a river cruise or perhaps dive into history at one of the many museums that York has to offer. Day 3 Settle to Carlisle Railway After an early breakfast, we make our way to Settle to board a morning train on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway . On our two-hour journey, we traverse 72 miles of unspoilt countryside, soaking up the breathtaking scenery of the Yorkshire Dales, crossing the world-famous Ribblehead Viaduct, and travelling through the Pennines and into Cumbria. Once in Carlisle, we enjoy free time in the Border City. Visit Tullie House’s Roman treasures, admire Carlisle Cathedral, wander the historic castle walls or stroll the River Eden, and finish with coffee in the city centre.
Day 4 Northern Lakes This morning, we make our way to Pooley Bridge, to board our Ullswater Steamer for a one-way cruise to Glenridding. Upon disembarking, we hop back on- board our coach and traverse the incredible Kirkstone Pass and ‘The Struggle’ bringing us down into Ambleside. We have free time here before winding past Rydal Water, Grasmere and Thirlmere before arriving in Keswick. We have free time here before making our way back to the hotel in time for dinner. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • One-way rail journey from Settle to Carlisle • Single journey on Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge to Glenridding
Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa Leeds, West Yorkshire
See page 174 for full description.
Nights 1 & 2
MIX & MATCH
Alternative activities can be chosen for Day 2, see page 174 and for Day 4, see page 166. Please ask for details.
Crown Hotel Wetheral, Cumbria plus
See page 166 for full description. 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £471pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £200 Selected Dates
Nights 3 & 4
View to Keswick
Ullswater Steamers
Kirkstone Pass
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