• Broughton-in-Furness - The journey begins in the traditional market village of Broughton-in-Furness.

Visitors can browse independent shops, local bakeries and cafés while picking up lunch or snacks before heading deeper into the mountains.

Unlike many busier Lakeland destinations, Broughton retains a peaceful, authentic Cumbrian atmosphere.

• Wast Water - Paddle across one of Britain’s most spectacular lakes.

Surrounded by towering mountains, Wast Water is England’s deepest lake and one of the quietest places in the national park.

A guided kayaking experience offers the perfect way to enjoy the views.

• Hardknott Pass - Take on one of Britain’s greatest mountain drives.

Travel the famous Hardknott Pass, celebrated for its dramatic hairpin bends, breathtaking views and remote mountain scenery.

Along the route, travellers will also pass Hardknott Roman Fort, built almost 2,000 years ago to guard this ancient frontier.

• Great Langdale - This easy to moderate walk of approximately 5 km follows peaceful paths beneath some of England’s most famous mountain peaks, offering incredible views and a true chance to experience the landscape.

Along the way, the guide will share stories about the valley’s geology, farming traditions and literary connections.

• Guided walks
• Guided kayak experience
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Food & Drink

A full-day small-group adventure into the western Lake District, combining a guided kayak session on Wast Water, a drive along the dramatic Hardknott Pass, and a guided hike through the Langdale Valley. Built for travellers who want genuine activity, not a coach-window tour.

Trade the busy tourist trail for a day of real activity in the western Lake District. Travelling from Manchester in a small group of just 5, the operator will paddle England’s deepest lake, drive one of Britain’s most thrilling mountain roads, and hike through one of the country’s most celebrated valleys.

The day starts with a stop in Broughton-in-Furness for supplies, before heading to Wast Water for a guided kayak session on its still, dramatic waters. From there, travel the legendary Hardknott Pass - hairpin bends, steep gradients, and a 2,000-year-old Roman fort along the way - before finishing with a guided walk through the Langdale Valley, the spiritual heart of the Lake District.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.