Lakes and Dales Loop - 196 Miles Around Two National Parks
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The lakes and Dales Loop is a spectacular 196 miles (315 km) circular cycling route around Cumbria's fantastic countryside. The route, and our options, let you explore at your own pace the enchanting charm and beauty of the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, Morecambe Bay, the Eden Valley and West Cumbria. While circling the Lake District, this tour provides amazing views of the national park's most iconic and well known landmarks including Blencathra and Skiddaw.
We have options ranging from two to six days, giving the you the control of how much you want to cycle per day. We are flexible with our packages - let us know what your plan is and we'll adapt ours to fit yours - extra days at the beginning, in between and the end are easily accommodated. Our tour dates are open, let us know when you want to ride and we'll work around your dates. Regarding transfers, please enquire about any transfers needed to and from the start finish point.
As it's a circular tour, it's possible to start anywhere., however our two recommended start points are Penrith and Grange-Over-Sands, both are accessible by train. Included in the price, if needed, is a transfer to a nearby transport hub like Lancaster or Carlisle. A stunning ride on minor roads discovering some of the national parks' hidden gems, which also include its country pubs, cosy tea rooms, delightful restaurants, historical buildings and ancient sites as well as its magical countryside.
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| DAYS / NIGHTS | AVG DAILY DISTANCE | COST | COST |
| 2/1 | 98 miles | £355 | £265 |
| 3/2 | 66 miles | £415 | £325 |
| 4/3 | 49 miles | £495 | £375 |
| 5/4 | 39 miles | £555 | £435 |
| 6/5 | 32.5 miles | £595 | £465 |
An accessible route for all cycling abilities in a countryside surrounded by mountains. All prices include B&B, baggage transfer, maps and itinerary, with transfer to Lancaster or Carlisle at the end of tour also included, if needed.
Tour Notes and Set 2 - 6 Day Tour Options
Lakes and Dales Loop - Two Day Tour
| DAY 1 | Penrith - Newby Bridge | 101 miles / 163 km |
| DAY 2 | Newby Bridge - Penrith | 95 miles / 153 km |
101 miles the first day, 95 miles the second only for the experienced. Long days expected (for me anyway!)
* All prices per person based on two people sharing.
Tour Details
Start Date: Anytime
Type: Self-guided
Cost:
- £295
- £245
Holiday Duration: Two Days Cycling One nights B&B
Start point: Penrith
Challenge Rating: 5/5
Distance: 196 miles / 315 km
Phone +441524424117
Lakes and Dales Loop - Three Day Tour
| DAY 1 | Penrith - Gosforth | 65 miles / 104 km |
| DAY 2 | Gosforth - Kirby Lonsdale | 68 miles / 109 km |
| DAY 3 | Kirby Lonsdale - Penrith | 64 miles / 103 km |
Averaging around 65 miles a day, a challenging tour but very achievable for the cycle fit among us.
* All prices per person based on two people sharing.
Tour Details
Start Date: Anytime
Type: Self-guided
Cost:
- £355
- £295
Holiday Duration: Three Days Cycling Two nights B&B
Start point: Penrith
Challenge Rating: 4/5
Distance: 196 miles / 315 km
Phone +441524424117
Lakes and Dales Loop - Four Day Tour
| DAY 1 | Penrith - Cockermouth | 37 miles / 60 km |
| DAY 2 | Cockermouth - Broughton | 47 miles / 76 km |
| DAY 3 | Broughton - Sedbergh | 63 miles / 101 km |
| DAY 4 | Sedbergh - Penrith | 49 miles / 79 km |
A lovely challenge and adventure to take on, eased into it with a 37 mile first day and a challenging 63 miles on day 3.
* All prices per person based on two people sharing.
Tour Details
Start Date: Anytime
Type: Self-guided
Cost:
- £435
- £345
Holiday Duration: Four Days Cycling Three nights B&B
Start point: Whitehaven
Challenge Rating: 3/5
Distance: 196 miles / 315 km
Phone: +441524424117
Lakes and Dales Loop - Five Day Tour
| DAY 1 | Penrith - Cockermouth | 37 miles / 60 km |
| DAY 2 | Cockermouth - Broughton | 47 miles / 76 km |
| DAY 3 | Broughton - Kirby Lonsdale | 48 miles / 77 km |
| DAY 4 | Kirby Lonsdale - Orton | 29 miles / 47 km |
| DAY 5 | Orton - Penrith | 35 miles / 56 km |
A Lakes and Dales adventure, days to take it easy and a couple of challenging days on this tour around Northern England's National parks.
* All prices per person based on two people sharing.
Tour Details
Start Date: Anytime
Type: Self-guided
Cost:
- £495
- £395
Holiday Duration: Five Days Cycling Four nights B&B
Start point: Penrith
Challenge Rating: 2.5/5
Distance: 196 miles / 315 km
Phone: +441524424117
Lakes and Dales Loop - Six Day Tour
| DAY 1 | Penrith - Cockermouth | 37 miles / 60 km |
| DAY 2 | Cockermouth - Eskdale Green | 33 miles / 53 km |
| DAY 3 | Eskdale Green - Cartmel | 36 miles / 58 km |
| DAY 4 | Cartmel - Kirby Lonsdale | 36 miles / 58 km |
| DAY 5 | Kirby Lonsdale - Orton | 29 miles / 47 km |
| DAY 6 | Orton - Penrith | 35 miles / 56 km |
The lake and Dales tour, six day exploring this beautiful part of the world with time every day to do what you want to do on this six day adventure.
* All prices per person based on two people sharing.Tour Details
Start Date: Anytime
Type: Self-guided
Cost:
- £555
- £445
Holiday Duration: Six Days Cycling Five nights B&B
Start point: Penrith
Challenge Rating: 3/5
Distance: 196 miles / 315 km
Phone +441524424117
*to nearest transport hub for circular tours, please enquire
