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Rail & Road tour of the Lake District from Edinburgh

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Rail & Road tour of the Lake District from Edinburgh

About this activity

This tour is a fantastic way to see the Lake District from Edinburgh. Our fully organised Rail & Road tours are perfect for visitors who are short on time to visit the Lake District, see it's landscapes and learn about it's history and heritage from our local, knowledgeable driver guides. Your journey will begin at Edinburgh Waverley Station where you will board the train bound for Oxenholme at 08:52. Your return train will leave Oxenholme at 18:24 returning you to Edinburgh for 19:40.

What's included

  • ✓A lake cruise
  • ✓Use of Multilingual Audio Guide
  • ✓Entry to Hill Top or World of Beatrix Potter
  • ✓Transport in a comfortable Mercedes minibus.
  • ✓Return train ticket to and from Edinburgh Waverley Station
  • ✓Cream tea

Not included

  • ✕No Food and drink included
  • ✕Headphones not provided

Meeting and pickup

  • After taking the train from Edinburgh Waverley passengers will be greeted at Oxenholme Railway Station by a Mountain Goat representative. Our driver will meet you at the Oxenholme Train Station ticket office on Platform 1. What 3 Words - ///casino.swift.enable
  • Travelers will need to catch the train from Edinburgh Waverley, this part of the tour is unguided and travelers will need to ensure they make it to the station in good time. The train will depart at 08:52 and will not wait for any latecomers.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to the nature of the out tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
  • Access Code for Mountain Goat App; LDAF26

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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