Ride this fantastic route around The Lake District, beginning and ending in the delightful Lakeland town of Ambleside. As you explore this beautiful part of the world, pass through the lovely towns of Keswick and Cockermouth before venturing into more remote areas of The Lake District in Ennerdale, Wast Water and the beautiful Eskdale. It is a popular route which follows sections of the famous Fred Whitton Sportive, and tackles some iconic mountain passes, such as Kirkstone Pass and Honister Pass.
This route is perfect for anyone looking to explore this lovely part of the world. The Lake District is renowned for it’s majestic mountains, and you will tackle some of the high passes that link up some of the more remote areas, making this quite a hilly route.
We take the stress out of your trip with expert local knowledge, hand-picked accommodation, luggage transfers and detailed support to help you find your way. You can bring your own bike, or we can organise bike hire for you.
The price for this trip is based on 2 people sharing.
Inclusions
- 4 nights’ accommodation in a good quality B&B or hotel with ensuite or private bathroom and breakfast
- Luggage transfers each cycling day
- Guide book and GPX files provided
- Expert local knowledge and 24 hour emergency assistance during your trip
- Professional event organisation
Exclusions
- Travel to the start and finish points of the trip
- Lunches and evening meals
- Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects)
Optional Extras
- Single room supplement £90 per person per night (subject to availability)
- Solo traveller supplement £90 per person per night
- Odd group supplement £90 per group per night may apply if a single room is required
- Extra night prior to start (single room) £190 per person
- Extra night prior to the start (twin room, needs 2 people) £100 per person
- Extra night at the end of the event (single room) £190 per person
- Extra night at the end of the event (twin room, needs 2 people) £100 per person
Please select from Optional Extras at checkout.
Rest days
If you would like a rest day (or more!) included in your itinerary please get in touch with our team.
Supported trip
If you would like to organise a group event with van support please contact our team for availability.
Included in a supported trip:
- Mechanical assistance
- Navigation support
- Snacks and drinks provided
- Group first aid kit
Need a guide?
If you would like a guide to lead the way, then we are happy to help and can provide a qualified cycle leader, also trained in first aid. Having a guide with you will not only take the stress out of navigation, but can also be a great asset in providing an insight into all things cycling.
Getting there and back
Getting There and back
By Air: The nearest airports are Manchester, Liverpool or Newcastle
By Rail / Bus: The nearest main railway station to Ambleside is Oxenholme station in Kendal, around 30 minutes away by car or by bus. Oxenholme has regular services from London, Birmingham and Glasgow. There are then various bus services to/from Kendal to Ambleside.
By Road: Travelling by car is the easiest way to get to The Lake District. There are car parks in Ambleside to leave your car for the duration of the trip.
Evening meals and lunches
You can purchase evening meals either at the accommodation or nearby. When our adventure travel planners send you the schedule with itinerary you could prearrange directly with the accommodation or during the trip.
For lunches we would suggest bringing some of your own favourite snack bars and then asking the accommodation for a packed lunch for the following day and also supplementing that at stops en-route.
Accommodation
Accommodation is generally at B&B, guest houses and small hotels. Once booked in, your adventure travel planner will send you a list of your booked accommodation. It is possible to adjust according to preference at this stage so please mention it if you wish to change.
At the end of your trip
Unfortunately, all good things come to an end at some point and when you arrive at the end of your ride, some people like to treat themselves to a night’s stay at the end. And why not? You’ve earned it. You can arrange this as an optional extra with your adventure travel planner.
Dates and prices
For available dates please see the ‘build your trip’ option on the left hand side on desktops or at the bottom on mobiles. You can reserve your space via this route.
After you book
After placing your booking with us, you will in the first instance receive an automated email from our system confirming receipt of your reservation. If you don’t receive it, it is worth checking your spam/clutter folder.
In the process of placing your booking, you will generally set up an access password to our online gateway where you can review the details of the booking.
Your personal adventure travel planner will then be in touch with you to start to confirm the details. This contact will usually be taken up in the working day after receipt of your booking, but may, in busy times, take a little longer. The adventure travel planner will then liaise with you regarding the details of the course. If you have any specific requirements, please do mention it at this stage.
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