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The Lake District, located in Cumbria in England`s northwest, is a mountainous region famous for its forests, waterfalls, and of course its lakes. The Lake District National Park, spread out across 911 square miles, is the United Kingdom`s most-visited national park. Towns and villages in this region include Windermere, which shares its name with England`s largest lake; Ambleside and Rydal, villages on the northern end of Lake Windermere; Ullswater, the second-largest lake in the Lake District, where Glenridding and Pooley Bridge are located; Grasmere, also known for its eponymous lake; and Kendal, world-renowned for their high-energy `mint cakes`. The Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2017, is also known for its literary tradition, inspiring such `Lake Poets` as William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Ambleside Bridge House, Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Windermere, Ullswater, The World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness-on-Windermere, Kendal Museum of Natural History and Archaeology, Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Duke of Portland Boathouse, and so much more!
Enjoy this Self Drive Package to venture through the amazing Scotland and England. Visit Edinburgh (one of Europe`s most beautiful cities, with buildings and monuments perched atop crags and overshadowed by cliffs), Windermere in the stunning Lake District and historic Chester, before finally ending in London (a world center of theatre, art, music, literature and culture). Combine these destinations with a Rental Car.
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Driving Time
Edinburgh - Windermere : 3 hrs. 5 mins. approx.
Windermere - Chester: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Chester - London: 4 hrs. approx.
England and Scotland are widely considered for its beauty, history and energy. Enjoy visits to: Manchester (a major cultural hub famous for its nightclubs, extensive libraries and glorious sporting history); Windermere (famous for its stunning countryside and beautiful lakes), Glasgow (a port city on the River Clyde in Scotland's western Lowlands); and finally, Edinburgh (with buildings and monuments perched atop crags and overshadowed by cliffs). Combine all these cities with a Rental Car.
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different?
Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning
Choose your preferred flight cabin class
Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay
Pick from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more)
Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation
Live phone and chat support
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Driving Time
Manchester - Windermere: 1 hr. 45 mins. approx.
Windermere - Glasgow: 2 hrs. 25 mins. approx.
Glasgow - Edinburgh: 1 hr. 5 mins. approx.
Experience full England by Car. Visit London (with its museums, palaces, parks, world class shopping); you`ll also get to visit charming Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare`s birthplace), then York (impressive history; medieval lanes and Gothic style architecture), Windermere (set Stratford-upon-Avon picturesquely, on England`s most famous Lake) and lastly, Manchester
(England`s 2nd city full of interesting galleries and museums).
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different?
Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning
Choose your preferred flight cabin class
Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay
Pick from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more)
Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation
Live phone and chat support
Includes:
Driving Time
London - Stratford-upon-Avon: 2 hrs. 20 mins. approx.
Stratford-upon-Avon - York: 2 hr. 45 mins. approx.
York - Windermere: 2 hrs. 35 mins. approx.
Windermere - Manchester: 1 hr. 35 mins. approx.
8 nights itinerary
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The English Midlands are often overlooked but are alluring to travelers. The region is full of history; many cities were founded over two millennia ago, and are some of the oldest cities in England. The Midlands was the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, helping to cement the British Empire`s global influence.
Explore quintessentially English villages of honey-colored stone; take in splendid, lively market towns, and visit some of the country`s greatest castles and country houses in the Cotswolds, a collection of small, rural villages with acclaimed reserves and some of the most breathtaking landscapes available in England.
The history of East Anglia (Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire) is vivid and rich; the oldest structures still standing in England, dating from the Bronze Age, are located in East Anglia. A number of large, ornate former monasteries-turned-cathedrals dot Cambridgeshire, from Peterborough to Fenland and the Isle of Ely.
The Thames River flows for 215 miles, making it the longest river in England. The area along the Thames has been at the epicenter of much of England`s military and economic history, and has served an important role in the growth of England since the time of the Romans, evidenced from cities such as London, Oxford, and Windsor.
South East England is a large and geographically diverse region, much of which sits in the Thames River Valley, and here you can experience such sights as the New Forest, the Chiltern Hills, and the White Cliffs of Dover, in addition to Blenheim Palace, Windsor Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, and the list goes on.
South West England is filled with exciting sights such as Stonehenge, the world-famous prehistoric stone circle; the Roman-era hot springs of Bath; the coasts of Dorset and east Devon; and the tin mines that dot the coasts of Devon and Cornwall. All of these popular attractions are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
England is a country which combines geographic beauty, architectural splendor, and rich history to create a tourist experience which will stay with you for the rest of your life. Together, the three historic cities of Bath, Oxford, and Cambridge are the true Charms of England, and must be experienced to be truly appreciated.
Seaside resorts were the forerunners to today`s British tourism industry, and they still welcome millions of tourists annually after over 150 years in existence. Arguably the most popular of the seaside resorts in England are Brighton, Bournemouth, and Blackpool. Llandudno, a short train ride away in Wales, is also very popular.
The British Isles has a rich history of literary excellence. The history, fantasy, politics, romance, and tradition of the isles have been brought to life and evaluated by authors who span centuries. The canon of literature produced by authors from the British Isles illuminates historical narratives and literary innovations.
North West England is the second-largest urban area in England, which includes Manchester, the UK`s third-largest city; Liverpool, on the River Mersey, known for its seafaring traditions and The Beatles; Blackpool, one of the most popular seaside resorts in England; and Chester, perhaps the best-preserved walled city in Britain.
Beautiful North East England consists of such cities such as Durham, which boasts a 1,000-year-old old town; Newcastle-upon-Tyne, developed around an old Roman settlement and once one of the most important shipbuilding centers in the world; and Sunderland, which grew around the 7th-century Monkwearmouth-Jarrow Abbey.
Yorkshire is the quintessential Northern English travel destination. Yorkshire is known for its scenic landscapes, especially at the North York Moors, the Peak District National Park, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is also known for its bustling cities such as York, Sheffield, Leeds, and Bradford.
