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Searching for the Sublime Derwentwater

Jetty on Derwent Water with fells behind

Walker enjoying the view on the Lake District fells

Heritage Tours

From £479 - 4 nights

Searching for the Sublime - the 18th century tourist

Holiday reference: DBHHF

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For the past 200 years the rugged mountain scenery of the Lake District has been considered sublime. During the 18^th century the difficulty of continental travel, created by England’s war with France, and improved roads in England produced new travellers who came to be known as ‘tourists’. On this holiday we follow in their footsteps.

Holiday highlights:

Beautiful locations identified by 18^th century tourists
Cruise the length of England’s longest lake – Windermere
The Gondola steamship tour on Conistonwater
England’s oldest Picturesque Grotto at Rydal Falls

What’s included:

Three full-day excursions with all admissions included
A knowledgeable leader accompanies the tour
Comfortable en-suite bedrooms at our 4-star Country House
Full Board accommodation with all meals included

Other holidays:

If you would like to book a full week at Derwentwater, you may be interested in our Romans in Cumbria holiday which starts on Wednesday 26 September 2012.