Hiking in the Lake District

What our customers ask about this tour

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  Daniel

  Asked on September 8th, 2023

  Do the tour in April 2024. Do u have dates? What is the daily mileage for the walks?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2023

    There are currently no scheduled departures on our Hiking in the Lake District trip. If you are interested in other trips in the region, we have alternative tours available.
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  Allison

  Asked on August 2nd, 2023

  Could you tell me more specifically about the daily walks such as how long in miles/kilometers, pace, etc.?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023

    Day 1: Keswick walk is approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles) with an elevation gain of 390 metres (985 feet). Day 2: High Spy and Cat Bells walk distance is approximately 15 kilometres (9 miles) with an elevation gain of 630 metres (2066 feet). Day 3: Coast to Coast Trail walk distance is approximately 21 kilometres (13 miles) with an elevation gain of 750 metres (2460 feet). Day 4: Scafell Pike walk distance is approximately 16 kilometres (10 miles) with an elevation gain of 970 metres (3182 feet). Day 5: Keswick walk distance is approximately 5 kilometres (3 miles) with an elevation gain of 100 metres (320 feet).
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    Allison

    Traveler•Written August 2023

    Do you have any walking tours which are somewhat shorter distances of 5-7 miles average daily?
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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023

    Shorter distance trips we can offer are Trek to Patagonia, Mont Blanc Highlights. You can read the itinerary and let us know if you are interested in these tours.
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  Sara

  Asked on June 5th, 2023

  would like a 5 days trip to lake district. We are not into hiking and trekking because of our age and would like to have it at a gentle pace. would like tour to commence from manchester.

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2023

    We only offer this tour in lake district, and it's a Walking & Trekking trip.
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  Clare

  Asked on February 8th, 2023

  My husband and I are interested in the Hiking the Lake District - 5 days. There is no listing of distance each day or elevation gain. Can you please provide. Thank you!

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2023

    Day 1: Keswick. Today's walk is approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles) with an elevation gain of 390 metres (985 feet). Day 2: High Spy and Cat Bells. Today's walk is approximately 15 kilometres (9 miles) with an elevation gain of 630 metres (2066 feet). Day 3: Coast to Coast Trail. Today's walk is approximately 21 kilometres (13 miles) with an elevation gain of 750 metres (2460 feet). Day 4: Scafell Pike. Today's walk is approximately 16 kilometres (10 miles) with an elevation gain of 970 metres (3182 feet). Day 5: Keswick. Today's walking distance is approximately 5 kilometres (3 miles) with an elevation gain of 100 metres (32 feet).
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  Frances

  Asked on February 7th, 2023

  Can you tell me the distance and elevation of each day's hike? And can you name a specific hotel/accommodation so I can get an idea of the standard you like to use? My wife and I are used to hiking 4-8 mile hikes and up to 300m.

  Accommodation

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2023

    Hiking in the Lake District is an original-style tour; expect 3-star accommodation on average. The Derwentwater Hotel in Keswick, Cumbria is the joining/finishing point. Day walks range from 5-21 kilometres (3-13 miles) with elevation gains between 100-970 metres (32-3182 feet).
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  Cathy

  Asked on February 3rd, 2023

  How far do we hike every day?

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2023

    Day 1: Keswick - 10 kilometres (6 miles) with 390 metres elevation gain. Day 2: High Spy and Cat Bells - 15 kilometres (9 miles) with 630 metres elevation gain. Day 3: Coast to Coast Trail - 21 kilometres (13 miles) with 750 metres elevation gain. Day 4: Scafell Pike - 16 kilometres (10 miles) with 970 metres elevation gain. Day 5: Keswick - 5 kilometres (3 miles) with 100 metres elevation gain.
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  Oliver

  Asked on May 10th, 2022

  can you please send me a packing list for the summer months

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    Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2022

    We recommend you pack as lightly as possible and make sure that you are able to carry and lift your own luggage, and walk with it for short distances. As well as your underwear, toothbrush and other items you always need to pack for travel, below are some items that you specifically need for this trip. You need to bring your main piece of luggage as well as a small to medium backpack for day walking (20-25 litres). One with waist strap would be most comfortable for all included walks. Essentials include: Day pack, appropriate walking clothing, warm jacket, fleece, wind and waterproof jacket, hat and gloves, hiking boots, water bottle, sun protection, toiletries. Recommended: Personal medical kit, walking poles, camera, travel wipes. Optional: Torch/flashlight, ear plugs, eye mask, book, journal, music player. Try to avoid bringing unnecessary valuables and bring copies of important documents.