Blackpool & Cruising Lake Windermere

Itinerary

Description

Vibrant, timeless and fun, Blackpool has remained one of the UK’s favourite seaside destinations thanks to its iconic tower, sandy beaches and old-fashioned trams. From here we explore the Lake District with its natural beauty and stunning scenery, including a cruise of lovely Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake and one of the most spectacular landscapes the country has to offer.

Itinerary

Included Excursions

Kendal, Bowness-on-Windermere & Lake Windermere Cruise (full day)

We make our way to the Lake District, stopping first at the town of Kendal, the southern gateway to the Lakes and home of the famous Kendal mint cake. We then head to Bowness-on-Windermere, a charming enclave on the eastern shores of Lake Windermere.

From here we explore the beauty of Lake Windermere on a scenic cruise, enjoying magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and many wooded islands along the way. We disembark back in Bowness-on-Windermere where we enjoy free time in this bustling town with its craft and gift shops, lakeside cafés and tea rooms.

 

Bury Market & East Lancashire Railway (full day)

The charming town of Bury is renowned for its fantastic 500-year-old market. One of Britain’s finest traditional markets, it boasts over 350 stalls offering a wide range of products – perfect for shoppers and bargain hunters!

 

After a morning browsing the busy market, we board our train on the heritage East Lancashire Railway for a relaxing journey, soaking up the sights and sounds of steam travel. We weave our way through the scenic Irwell Valley with its beautiful rural panoramas and picture-postcard villages, passing over viaducts and through tunnels to Rawtenstall. *

 

*Please note: for departures on the 22^nd May, 5^th June, 25^th Sep & 9^th of Oct the East Lancashire Railway will not be in operation and this part of the day excursion will be replaced with free time in Blackpool

 

Optional Excursion

Southport & Lytham St Annes – £13pp (full day)

On our optional excursion we head first to the traditional Victorian seaside town of Southport. Known as England’s Classic Resort, it is home to the country’s second longest and oldest pier, and has miles of golden sands plus beautiful parks and gardens, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

 

We continue on to the charming seaside resort of Lytham St Annes, nestled on a picturesque stretch of coastline. Enjoy the fresh air along the seafront or explore some of the sights such as the Grade II listed windmill and beautifully-restored Victorian pier.

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• Return coach travel
• 4 nights at the Melville Hotel, Blackpool with dinner & breakfast
• Entertainment every evening
• Excursions to Kendal, Bowness-on-Windermere & Bury Market
• Cruise on Lake Windermere
• Heritage train journey on the East Lancashire Railway (excludes certain dates)

 

Optional excursion to Southport & Lytham St Annes (£13pp)

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• 4 nights at the Melville Hotel, Blackpool with dinner & breakfast
• Entertainment every evening
• Excursions to Kendal, Bowness-on-Windermere & Bury Market
• Cruise on Lake Windermere
• Heritage train journey on the East Lancashire Railway (excludes certain dates)

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Hotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.

Highlights Self Drive Only

• 4 nights at the Melville Hotel, Blackpool with dinner & breakfast
• Entertainment every evening
• Excursions to Kendal, Bowness-on-Windermere & Bury Market
• Cruise on Lake Windermere
• Heritage train journey on the East Lancashire Railway (excludes certain dates)

 

Optional excursion to Southport & Lytham St Annes (£13pp)

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Accommodation

Melville Hotel, Blackpool (JG2 rating)

The Melville Hotel is situated opposite Blackpool’s Winter Gardens, just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre and beach. The hotel offers a lounge bar, restaurant and en-suite rooms with flat-screen TV and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Hotel upgrades available:

Upgrade to an executive room at theImperial Hotel (JG4 rating) for £120pp 

Upgrade to an executive room at theLyndene Hotel (JG3 rating) for £95pp 

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