Experience the Largest National Park in the UK, with amazing views and visiting the Pennines' southernmost hills is the glorious Peak District National Park. The Ancient villages and market towns are scenically set in the landscape, and the splendid views of Englands largest lake in the heart of the Lake District are not to be missed.
If you book a package tour holiday with us and within 7 days of departure there is FCDO advice against travel or a quarantine in the UK or destination countries, then we will give you the following simple options to choose from:
1. FULL Refund
2. FREE date Change
Peak District & Lake District Drive through
Windermere Cruise
The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway steam train
The Rum Story Museum
Return Transportation by deluxe AC coach from selected pick up point
2 Nights accomodation in a 3/4 Star Hotel
2 Indian Dinners
Entrance & sightseeing as mentioned in the Tour Highlights
All tips and service charges
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Selected pick ups available nationwide
Tips and service charge included
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Departure Point | Time |
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Wembley (HA9 6LL) | 06:30am |
Luton (LU4 8RQ) | 07:00am |
Toddington Services (LU5 6HR) | 07:15am |
Newport Pagnell (MK16 8DS) | 07:40am |
Northampton Services (NN4 9QY) | 08:00am |
Watford Gap Services (NN6 7UZ) | 08:15am |
Coventry (CV2 2SH) | 08:40am |
Please Note: All pick ups are Northbound Services and all drops will be Southbound Services.
Pick ups are subject to availability and change.
Day 1
London - Peak District
Join the tour early morning from your pick up point, and begin to head north towards the Lake District. The Lake District is the largest National Park in the country and is considered one of its most scenic regions with amazing backdrops of mountains, lakes and woodland. Driving through the National Park you will enjoy breath-taking views of beautiful open countryside, synonymous to the Lake-lands. On arrival visit Buxton - described as the "Gateway to the Peak District National Park". Here see the ancient Roman spa's, the National Opera House and then enjoy free time to explore. Later drive to the village of Castleton, the fabulous views crafted by its location on the cusp of the Peak District are truly marvellous.
Day 2
Lake District
This morning after breakfast, we drive through the magnificent Lake District National Park in Cumbria, with its numerous lakes and home to stunning views and woodlands be sure to be mesmerised with the natural beauty that has recently been named as a World Heritage Site. We travel to Windermere where you can enjoy a tranquil boat cruise on the lake. Later enjoy a ride on a steam train. We then continue to The Rum Story an attraction and museum in Whitehaven. Here you are presented with the story of the rum trade and the creation of rum, and have an opportunity to even sample the local rum. Later we drive through the market town of Keswick before returning to our hotel.
Day 3
Peak District - London
After breakfast we head to Grasmere - the home to the famous poet "William Wordsworth". On arrival enjoy free time to explore the village where you can view the oldest church in Lake District, walk around the Daffodil Gardens and also have an opportunity to buy traditional ginger breads. Later drive back to London and then it is time to bid farewell to the group.
Note:
On occassions, due to large events, traffic, logistics and availability of reservations, it may be necessary to change the above itinerary. However, all aspects of the itinerary will be covered.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Departure Dates - Tour Code: UKLK | Adult | Child (2 - 11 Years) |
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Apr - 02 | $325 | $250 |
May - 01, 29 | $325 | $250 |
Jun - 26 | $290 | $235 |
Jul - 24, 31 | $305 | $235 |
Aug - 07, 21 | $305 | $235 |
Aug - 28 | $325 | $250 |
Price per person based on 2/3 adults sharing a room.
Child 2-11 years must share a room with 2/3 adults.
Infants 0-23 months price is $135 for a seat in coach only.
Max occupancy per room is 3 person (excluding infants).
$55 reduction will apply for 2nd child without a bed.
Single supplement will be an additional $130.
Country | Capital | Currency | Visa Required | Time Zone | Electricity | Country Code |
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England | London | Sterling | U.K. | UTC + 0 | 230V, 50Hz | +44 |
In England the currency you will require will be Pounds (GBP/Sterling). Star Tours advice passengers to exchange any spending money for their holiday before they actually travel. Whilst on tour it is very convenient to change money, and most places we will be visiting will have ATM machines or accept credit/debit cards.
We also advise our passengers to keep some change in coins on them whilst on tour as using toilets in many parts of Scotland is not free.
An important point to note whilst on a touring holiday is that some long journeys are unavoidable especially when travelling from city to city.
It is advisable passengers carry necessities that they may need for the day such as water, dry snacks, cameras etc. with them in their hand luggage.
For this tour, it should be noted that the travel times are extensive on this tour.
Please see a summary of the distances you will be covering below:
For the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office click on the link below to get Country specific details, as Scotland is part of the UK there are no advisories for people travelling from the UK.
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Breakfast will be provided at the hotels. The breakfast is usually in a separate dining area of the hotel, and is usually a continental breakfast, which will consist of tea, coffee, bread, cereals, fruit and yogurt.
Passengers can choose from different diets, including vegetarian, Jain or non-vegetarian (Halal will not always be available) meals. Passengers should advice their tour representative of their preferred diet on the day one. The meals are pre-set buffet and a choice of menu is not available. Meals will be provided with Tap Water only.
Lunches are usually vegetarian only and are provided outdoors at a service station/rest area where limited or no seating is available. Lunch is served in a picnic style buffet arrangement. Dinners are usually provided within the hotel or restaurant in a separate dining facility. You should always consult your tour representative if you are not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
Not all hotels in this tour will have air-conditioning so you should carry a small portable fan with you especially during the summer months.
Please also note that not all hotels provide a kettle so if hot water is required for warming milk etc. in the hotel then it is advisable to carry a bottle warmer/kettle as well as a thermos flask. Passengers may also want to carry a small travel iron and hairdryer etc., as many hotel rooms may not have these facilities.
If you use services such as the phone or mini-bar or pay TV whilst in your room, you will have to pay the hotel directly when you check out; these services are not included in your tour cost.
The maximum occupancy per room on this tour is 3 person(s).
Particular attention should be paid to the baggage allowance for this tour, this can be found on our general information page. Excess baggage may not be allowed on the coach.
There will not be WC facilities on the coach on this tour.
Passengers should arrive at their pick-up point no later than 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Your pick-up point, address and time will be stated on your invoice. If you have selected a pick-up time outside of Wembley then you will be confirmed your pick-up time.
Departure Point | Time |
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Wembley - 312 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA9 6LL | 06:30 Hrs |
Luton (LU4 8RQ) | 07:00 Hrs |
Toddington Services (LU5 6HR) | 07:15 Hrs |
Newport Pagnell (MK16 8DS) | 07:40 Hrs |
Northampton Services (NN4 9QY) | 08:00 Hrs |
Watford Gap Services (NN6 7UZ) | 08:15 Hrs |
Coventry (CV2 2SH) | 08:40 Hrs |
You do not require Schengen visas for this tour, however if you hold a non EU passport then you will require UK Visa. Please consult the British Embassy in your country of residence.
Passengers can be well prepared by ensuring they are carrying appropriate clothing, footwear and accessories. Passengers should also be aware that during the winter months most of the sightseeing will be in the dark as, in Scotland, the day becomes dark very early during winter. Passengers should consult with Star Tours at the time of booking if they are unsure.
We will accept lightweight manual wheelchairs for travel, subject to them being capable of being stowed in the luggage hold of the coach. It is also essential that a family member is also on tour to push their wheelchair. Star Tours will also request hotels for suitably equipped rooms; however, this is only on a request basis and cannot be guaranteed. It should be noted Ben Nevis is not fully accessible for a wheelchair user. Some part of Lake District will have unpaved parts, which may not be suitable for wheelchairs.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Contact Details |
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Coventry | Outside Tesco,Olivier Way Cross Point Business Cnt Coventry, CV2 2SH | |
Luton | Luton - Outside Travelodge Luton Hotel 641 Dunstable Rd (Off M1 Junction 11), LU4 8RQ | |
Newport Pagnell - M1 | Newport Pagnell Services - M1, Between Junction 14 & 15, Milton Keynes, MK16 8DS | |
Northampton Services - M1 | Northampton Services - M1, 15A Northamptonshire, NN4 9QS | |
Toddington Services M1 | Toddington Services M1, Between Junction 11 & 12, Bedfordshire, LU5 6HR | |
Watford Gap Services - M1 | Watford Gap Services - M1, Between Junction 16-17, Northamptonshire, NN6 7UZ | |
Wembley | Wembley Star Tours, 312 - 314 Harrow Rd, Wembley, HA9 6LL |
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