b'DiscoveriesEnjoy the breathtaking panoramas of the north of England, with heritage railways, a cruise across Windermere and a5 DAYS from 629ppvisit to Muncaster Castle, overlooking the River Esk. 579 ppYOUR ITINERARY CarlisleDay 1. Arrival in the peaceful border village of Wetheral 4 WetheralYour holiday begins as you arrive at the Crown Hotel, Wetheral, and meetENGLANDthe Tour Manager. The hotel is situated in a picturesque village, close to theDalegarthScottish border. With time at leisure before dinner at the hotel, you could get to know the village. Head out for a stroll along the banks of the River Eden, orBownessseek out its 16th-century church, Benedictine priory and traditional green. Ravenglass LAKE Muncaster WINDERMEREDay 2. Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Windermere cruiseHaverthwaiteJourneying by steam train from Haverthwaite to Lakeside today, on theSettlesouthern shore of Windermere, we pass lush meadows, tranquil waters and dramatic peaks that define the idyllic Lake District. Reaching Lakeside, we board a delightful cruise across Windermere to the town of Bowness. Windermere is one of the Lake Districts most famous bodies of water andWHATS INCLUDED:is recognised by UNESCO for its outstanding natural beauty, which has been the muse for countless artists and writers throughout history. In Bowness, 4 nights 4-Star hotel you have time at leisure to explore the town that inspired the fictional settingaccommodationof Rio in Arthur Ransomes beloved Swallows and Amazons. While here, you Standard Class rail travelcould visit the house of Beatrix Potter, and immerse yourself in her creative world. On your way back to Wetheral by coach, we stop at pretty Grasmere. All rail, cruise and coach travel This village was once home to William Wordsworth and you could wanderthroughout your tourthrough the quaint streets or treat yourself to a local specialityGrasmereExpertise of a UK Tour Manager gingerbread, which has been made here since 1854 using an authentic recipe. from start to finish Day 3. Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway & Muncaster Castle Breakfast each day, 3 dinnersAfter breakfast, a coach takes us to Carlisle to board the train to Ravenglass.All guided tours and excursions Heading south, we pass rolling hills, delightful villages and pastoral scenes that open up into stunning coastal panoramas. In Ravenglass, a steam-hauled rail journey aboard the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway takes us to Dalegarth. One of Englands oldest minimum-gauge heritage railways, the line originally opened in 1875 and boasts some truly incredible scenery. Enjoy fantastic views across endless hills and the highest mountain range in England. From here, our coach transfers us to Muncaster Castle. Owned by the Pennington family for more than 800 years and set in picture-perfect surroundings, this fortress is almost Arthurian in appearance, with square towers topped byTour Code: LKL| per person based onparapets. Enjoy free time before returning to our hotel for our final dinner. 2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 260.Day 4. Settle to Carlisle Line to SkiptonThis morning, we enjoy a spectacular journey on the Settle to Carlisle Line to2025 Departures: Skipton. Due to natural obstacles, it took seven years to complete this routeAPR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTbefore its opening in 1875. However, those landscapes are the reasons this journey is extraordinary. Enjoy miles of untouched beauty from your seat as we enter the Yorkshire Dales and pass over the majestic Ribblehead Viaduct, one of the iconic landmarks of the Yorkshire landscape. Youre at leisure inEveryday Traveller RatedSkipton and can explore the market town at your own pace. Wander the cobbled streets lined with independent shops, cafs and traditional pubs. 1 2 3 4In the town centre, youll find Skipton Castle, a well-preserved medieval fortress which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War. After making the scenic return journey to Carlisle, our coach takes us back to Wetheral. Secure your place nowYou could take this opportunity to dine in one of your hotels restaurants orwith a 125pp deposithead into the village and choose one of the local pubs or restaurants.For more information on Day 5. Homeward bound Your holiday draws to a close this morning. After checking out of our hotel, dates and prices,you can make your way home or continue exploring independently.visit greatrail.com/LKLENGLAND 21'