We are in UK/Scotland in 2026 for tours and places to visit. We finish our first tour on the 24th August 2026, where we intend to travel to Widnes for family leaving Widnes on the 27th August. We will be travelling to Edinburgh, where we will be staying for approximately 6 days. While there we would like to fit in the 3 day trip from Edinburgh to the Lake District. Do you have any trips that would start from the 28th August? We need to leave Edinburgh on the 2nd September It would be for 3 adult ladies - sisters!

We have a departure for the 3-day lake District tour on 24th August next year, but not on 28th. Does this dat work for you? If not we have plenty of Scottish tours going from Edinburgh on 28th, my personal recommendation would be our trips to Skye or the Outer Hebrides. Alternatively, you have the option of booking a private tur with us, where departure dates and tour itineraries are more flexible.

Do you have availability those dates?

Our 3-day Lake District tour from Edinburgh only runs from April until the end of October, so there are no departures for this tour in November. Additionally, all of our tours would start and end in the same place, so we would be unable to start in Edinburgh and end in Windermere.

What are the check-in times for the tour?

Check-in closes at 08:30 AM, and the tour departs at 08:45 AM from the designated departure point.

We are 2 seniors interested in the 3 day Lake Dist tour from Edinburgh. We want to know if we can be dropped off at Penrith Railway Station to catch the Avanti train. What will the trip cost in August with 2 single rooms?

You are not able to be dropped off at Penrith train station on the final day since the tour route does not pass through. One option is to stay in Keswick and catch a train towards London from there. The cost of this tour in August would be £521.25 per person for the Single B&B option, so £1042.50 in total. We won't be able to alter the tour price if you decide to leave early.

Where does the tour depart from in Edinburgh?

The tour departs from Gates J & K at the Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, EH1 3DQ.

Can I join the tour in Manchester instead of Edinburgh?

You can start the Lake District Explorer tour from Manchester. Please ensure your booking reflects the correct departure point.

What items are recommended to bring for the tour?

It's recommended to bring weather-appropriate clothing and essentials for three days as luggage space is limited.

Do I need a physical ticket for the tour?

No physical ticket is needed. Your booking confirmation details are sufficient for check-in.

What safety measures are in place on the tour?

We adhere to legal requirements for luggage weight and vehicle safety to ensure a safe experience for all passengers.

Is your tour handicapped accessible? As in wheelchair?

I am afraid our vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. Entry and exit from the mini-coaches is via the front left passenger door. There are three steps up into the coach - each 150mm in height. There are grab handles on both sides, the step edges are clearly marked and the treads are non-slip. Our buses are not wheelchair accessible, however we have large luggage compartments which may easily take a folding wheelchair or walking frame. Our staff are not able to offer physical assistance when boarding or disembarking from the buses or at any point during the tour. Guests should be comfortable getting on and off the bus on their own or with the assistance of a travelling companion.

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Day 1
Edinburgh to Keswick
Edinburgh to Keswick
Start point
Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrews Square, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 3EB, United Kingdom (Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ, 09:00)
Included Activities
- Travel through Scottish Borders and Galloway Hills
- Explore Penrith Castle ruins
- Forest walk and Aira Force waterfall viewing at Ullswater
- Visit Castlerigg standing stones
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Penrith
- Explore Keswick town
Landmarks
Penrith Castle
Aira Force
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Day 2
Keswick - Lake District
Keswick - Lake District
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cruise on Lake Windermere
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Lake Windermere
- Visit Wordsworth's Dove Cottage in Grasmere
- Taste legendary gingerbread in Grasmere
- Visit Wordsworth Daffodil Garden by the River Rothy
- Explore Hawkshead conservation village
Landmarks
Lake Windermere
Hawkshead
Dove Cottage
Grasmere
Day 3
Keswick to Edinburgh
Keswick to Edinburgh
End point
Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrews Square, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 3EB, United Kingdom (Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ, 19:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel through Whinlatter Forest Park and Whinlatter Pass
- Visit slate workings at Honister Mountain Pass
- Travel through Borrowdale
Optional Activities
- Lunch and shopping at Derwent Water
- Refreshments at Honister Mountain Pass
Landmarks
Whinlatter Forest Park
Crummock Water
Buttermere
Honister Pass
Derwent Water
Borrowdale
Biggar

Landmarks
Penrith Castle
Aira Force
Castlerigg Stone Circle

Landmarks
Lake Windermere
Hawkshead
Dove Cottage
Grasmere

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Whinlatter Forest Park
Crummock Water
Buttermere
Honister Pass
Derwent Water
Borrowdale
Biggar

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Gary5.0•August 2024
What A Really Great Tour! We chose Rabbie's Tour's three day excursion to the Lake District and it fully lived up...
What A Really Great Tour! We chose Rabbie's Tour's three day excursion to the Lake District and it fully lived up expectations and then some. The itinerary, the stops, onboard narration, accommodation and overall quality of the tour was truly exceptional. All this being said, the best part was the obvious enthusiasm and knowledge imparted by Roger, our Scottish guide, who offered interesting anecdotes at each stop and generally waxed lyrical about the region with a clear passion for what we are experiencing as we made our way through this stunning part of the UK. We have no hesitation in recommending this tour to those travellers seeking a bespoke tour that offers such great value for all that it delivers.Show more
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Megan5.0•July 2024
Thank you SO much for organising Bruce as our Tour Specialist. He was amazing. A true wealth of knowledge, attention...
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Gregory3.0•June 2024
Our bus was half empty. A smaller vehicle for this group would have made the small towns more accessable which would...
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Terry5.0•October 2023
Rabbie's Tours did not disappoint from start to finish. We met their team at Edinburgh Bus Station and they made us...
Rabbie's Tours did not disappoint from start to finish. We met their team at Edinburgh Bus Station and they made us welcome and clearly explained who our driver would be and when and where to expect them. Right on time, Bruce arrived, helped us load up and got us underway for our trip to Keswick. Rabbie's uses Mercedes mini-coaches that seat 16. On a previous tour we found the double seats on the right a bit cramped so this time made a beeline to the back row of three seats that offered a more comfortable ride. The tour was delightful, Bruce kept us informed and entertained pretty well every mile of the trip. His knowledge and sense of humour were a welcome addition on the ride. The small coaches allowed him to take us on some narrow tracks and he used his experience to alter the route when weather threatened. There were frequent stops whether for short hikes, seeing sights, or just a leg stretch, with our driver always pointing out where to find a toilet as well as offering meal suggestions at lunch and dinner time.Show more
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norbert5.0•September 2023
perfect driver/guide, hotel good, information received very interesting.
Traveled in September 2023
Sheekha5.0•July 2021
It was a great experience. Done feedback would be to include more walking & trekking plan in the itinerary instead of...
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We're glad you enjoyed your Rabbie's experience! We have considered having tours of varying activity levels and will continue to monitor feedback on this. We appreciate your feedback, thank you!
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Joy5.0•July 2019
Jeff was very knowledgeable and a great driver as well.
Traveled in July 2019

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Vanessa
Asked on August 30th, 2025
We are in UK/Scotland in 2026 for tours and places to visit. We finish our first tour on the 24th August 2026, where we intend to travel to Widnes for family leaving Widnes on the 27th August. We will be travelling to Edinburgh, where we will be staying for approximately 6 days. While there we would like to fit in the 3 day trip from Edinburgh to the Lake District. Do you have any trips that would start from the 28th August? We need to leave Edinburgh on the 2nd September It would be for 3 adult ladies - sisters!
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- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written August 2025
  We have a departure for the 3-day lake District tour on 24th August next year, but not on 28th. Does this dat work for you? If not we have plenty of Scottish tours going from Edinburgh on 28th, my personal recommendation would be our trips to Skye or the Outer Hebrides. Alternatively, you have the option of booking a private tur with us, where departure dates and tour itineraries are more flexible.
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Natalie
Asked on August 12th, 2025
Do you have availability those dates?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written August 2025
  Our 3-day Lake District tour from Edinburgh only runs from April until the end of October, so there are no departures for this tour in November. Additionally, all of our tours would start and end in the same place, so we would be unable to start in Edinburgh and end in Windermere.
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Dorthe
Asked on March 17th, 2025
What are the check-in times for the tour?
Accommodation
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  Check-in closes at 08:30 AM, and the tour departs at 08:45 AM from the designated departure point.
R
Ryan
Asked on January 8th, 2025
We are 2 seniors interested in the 3 day Lake Dist tour from Edinburgh. We want to know if we can be dropped off at Penrith Railway Station to catch the Avanti train. What will the trip cost in August with 2 single rooms?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
Transport
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  You are not able to be dropped off at Penrith train station on the final day since the tour route does not pass through. One option is to stay in Keswick and catch a train towards London from there. The cost of this tour in August would be £521.25 per person for the Single B&B option, so £1042.50 in total. We won't be able to alter the tour price if you decide to leave early.
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Anna
Asked on December 28th, 2024
Where does the tour depart from in Edinburgh?
Tour Details
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  The tour departs from Gates J & K at the Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, EH1 3DQ.
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Camila
Asked on December 12th, 2024
Can I join the tour in Manchester instead of Edinburgh?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  You can start the Lake District Explorer tour from Manchester. Please ensure your booking reflects the correct departure point.
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Armin
Asked on June 27th, 2024
What items are recommended to bring for the tour?
Tour Details
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  It's recommended to bring weather-appropriate clothing and essentials for three days as luggage space is limited.
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Andrzej
Asked on June 2nd, 2024
Do I need a physical ticket for the tour?
Tour Details
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  No physical ticket is needed. Your booking confirmation details are sufficient for check-in.
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Emmelie
Asked on April 29th, 2024
What safety measures are in place on the tour?
Travel Support
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written April 2024
  We adhere to legal requirements for luggage weight and vehicle safety to ensure a safe experience for all passengers.
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Max
Asked on March 7th, 2024
Is your tour handicapped accessible? As in wheelchair?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Rabbie's ToursOperator•Written March 2024
  I am afraid our vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. Entry and exit from the mini-coaches is via the front left passenger door. There are three steps up into the coach - each 150mm in height. There are grab handles on both sides, the step edges are clearly marked and the treads are non-slip. Our buses are not wheelchair accessible, however we have large luggage compartments which may easily take a folding wheelchair or walking frame. Our staff are not able to offer physical assistance when boarding or disembarking from the buses or at any point during the tour. Guests should be comfortable getting on and off the bus on their own or with the assistance of a travelling companion.

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