North Lakes Short Break
Circle through Keswick, Buttermere and Rosthwaite on a self-guided walking holiday in Cumbria. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included
North Lakes Short Break
https://www.contours.co.uk/north-lakes-short-break
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A collection of circular walking holidays visiting the lakes and mountains of the Lake District National Park.
From £360 per person
Book your self-guided walking holiday in the Lake District. This UNESCO World Heritage site is England's only true mountain region and contains some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. It provides an enchanting mix of rugged mountains, deep valleys, shimmering lakes, powerful waterfalls and attractive stone-built villages.
Our selection of circular walking holidays in the Lake District National Park provide an enticing mixture of scenery, terrain and challenge. Whether you are looking for fabulous views, picturesque settlements, fascinating history or literary inspiration, each of these walks offers something different, and are ideal for an active but tranquil retreat into the Great British countryside.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
From £540 per person
The North Lakes Short Break is a scenic walk based on the route taken by tourists in the 19th century, where they travelled via horse-drawn carriage through beautiful Borrowdale and Buttermere via the Honister Pass, before returning to Keswick through the stunning Newlands Valley.
This trail encounters such wonderful attractions as the shores of Derwentwater, the remote beauty of Watendlath Tarn, Lakeland’s highest waterfall near Crummock Water, and amazing views of the surrounding mountain landscape. There is also a selection of charming towns and villages to explore along the way, each boasting its own unique character and interesting history.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLSB | A circular trail beginning at Keswick | 3 days walking | £540 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLSB1 | A circular trail beginning at Windermere | 3 days walking | £505 | |
| SLSB2 | A circular trail beginning at Windermere | 4 days walking | £630 | |
| SLSB3 | A circular trail beginning at Windermere | 6 days walking | £880 |
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“The area we walked in was stunning and even though the weather was challenging we had a good time.”Mr Mawdsley, UK
“The walking itinerary was very well planned. Ben's advice on which walk to do calibrated very well with the preferences I told him. The accommodations were well chosen and of high quality. Have already been recommending the holiday to others.”Mr Griffiths, UK
“Absolutely beautiful country to explore.”Mrs Chapman, Australia
“It was an excellent introduction to the area (neither of us had been before). Great walking, just challenging enough!”Mrs Hansen, UK
“A combination of good organisation and good weather = perfect!”Mr Sanders, France
“Contours' choice of accommodation was spot on. Already have another short break planned in September.”Mrs Fairclough, UK
“On two of the three days, we had clear blue skies with unbelievable heat. It was the best weather (apart from the intensity of the heat) that we have ever experienced in the Lake District! We already have next year's walk booked.”Dr Maltby, UK
“Great walks in a lovely part of the Lake District.”Mr Linathan, UK
Dog friendly