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3-Day Lake District Explorer Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

4.9 · 42 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Rabbies Trail Burners Likely to sell out
Duration
3 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore Lake District villages and stone circles on a three-day trip from Edinburgh in a sixteen-seat mini-coach.

A driver-guide, two nights of en-suite accommodation with breakfast and a Lake Windermere cruise are included; children under five cannot join. 4.88 from 42 reviews at €533 per person for 3 days.

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Options and prices

6 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
B&B Twin RoomThe page priceTwin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).€533 for 2+ people
B&B Double Occupancy RoomDouble en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 large bed).€533 for 2+ people
B&B Single Occupancy RoomAccommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x single bed).€693
Hotel Twin RoomTwin en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (2 x separate single beds).€751 for 2+ people
Hotel Double Occupancy RoomDouble en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 large bed).€751 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) included
  • Professional Driver Guide
  • 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast
  • Transport by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Admission fees: unless specified

Reviews

4.9
42 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 41 of 42

Star breakdown of all 42 ratings

5 stars
38 · 90%
4 stars
3 · 7%
3 stars
1 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, varied scenery and relaxed pace; the caveat is the amount of bus travel.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who make local history engaging
  • Lake and village scenery with varied sightseeing stops
  • Relaxed sightseeing with optional walks and time to explore
  • Small groups with a sociable, personal feel
  • Comfortable guesthouses with welcoming hosts

Complaints

  • Substantial bus travel as part of the itinerary

Written by Guidekin from the 41 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (24 August 2011 to 23 October 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure) · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00 on Mon; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Rabbies Trail Burners; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
  • Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.

Children

  • We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included see what is included
  • Age 16+ We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children…

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 21+ days: Full refund
  • 0-21 days: No refund
From €533 per adult · B&B Twin Room