UK Cycling Holiday: E-Bike the Lake District

Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Arrival

   Settle in for the first night in a comfortable hotel near Windermere with a delicious supper, overlooking gardens and picturesque Lakeland fells.

   • Hotel near Windermere
2. Day 2Windermere to Coniston

   Cycle through South Lakeland, crossing Lake Windermere on the cable ferry, along the lake shore to the National Trust property Wray Castle, and on to the pretty market village of Hawkshead.  A small detour will also provide the option of passing Hill Top, the house where Beatrix Potter was inspired when writing the Tales of Peter Rabbit. The afternoon route takes you to the historic slate mining village of Coniston for a 2-night stay in our handpicked hotel. There is the option of an afternoon cycle around the peaceful shores of Coniston Water.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Hotel in Coniston
   • Breakfast
3. Day 3Coniston Circular

   A circular day’s ride through some of the most tranquil and scenic sections of the tour. Starting the day with a leisurely ride along the old trading route south of Coniston, you then cycle along the beautiful Duddon Valley.  The route then goes over the stunning Wrynose Pass, descends into the spectacular Langdale Valleys and back to Coniston along quiet country lanes and gravel cycle tracks. A shorter route, exploring the beautiful lower fells south of Coniston can be provided.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Hotel in Coniston
   • Breakfast
4. Day 4Northern Lakes

   Time to move on to the northern region of the Lake District. Today’s route is a blend of beautiful countryside which inspired the poet William Wordworth and takes you along the shores of Rydal Water and Grasmere. There is the option of spending time in some of the National Park’s famous villages such as Ambleside and Grasmere. After passing Thirlmere reservoir, leaving Helvellyn mountain range to your east, you arrive at your accommodation, near the market town of Keswick, for a 2-night stay.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Accommodation near Keswick
   • Breakfast
5. Day 5Northern Circular Ride

   A circular ride with a choice of lengths, taking in some of the most breath-taking scenery of the northern Lake District. Route options include taking you along the beautiful shores of Crummock Water and Buttermere Lake, returning over Honister Pass and along the western shores of Derwant water, or via the spectacular scenery over Newlands Pass with a well-deserved rest at Moss Force Waterfall.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Accommodation near Keswick
   • Breakfast
6. Day 6To Ullswater

   Today you leave Keswick for your next accommodation on the shores of Ullswater. You first experience the amazing beauty of the least visited and spectacular landscape of the North Lakes.  The route takes you around Skiddaw and Blencathra mountain range, taking in incredible scenery along lovely quiet fell lanes (cycling paradise), then through the craggy outcrops on Matterdale Common. The route then descends to Ullswater, which is one of the most beautiful spots in the Lake District.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Ullswater Accommodation
   • Breakfast
7. Day 7Ullswater to Windermere

   Leaving Ullswater, you ride over the famous Kirkstone Pass, where the views of Lake Windermere and beyond are spectacular, followed by a descent to the idyllic village of Troutbeck. Then enjoy the country lanes back to your hotel and tour start point, with the option of spending time in the town of Windermere or Bowness-on-Windermere.

   • 29.8 miles
   • Hotel near Windermere
   • Breakfast
8. Day 8Departure

   Enjoy a hearty breakfast before departure.

   • Breakfast