HOLIDAY OVERVIEW
An alternative to the more classic Walney to Whitby route, this shorter 151 mile (243km) cycle route from Walney Island on the west coast to the River Wear (Sunderland) on the east coast follows the same route as far as Barnard Castle, however then turns north east through Durham to finish by the mouth of the River Wear at Sunderland
On the route you will see and pass through:
- The Southern Lake District Peninsula
- South Cumbria Fells
- Lune Gorge
- The Eden Valley
- North Pennines AONB
- The Tan Hill Pub (highest pub in Britain)
- Barnard Castle
- Bishop Auckland
- Durham Cathedral
WHAT'S INCLUDED
MAP & LOCATION
Itinerary
Suggested 4 day itinerary (West to East).
Please remember this is your holiday, we can tailor any package to fit your requirements, number of days and agenda.
Day 1 – Arrive Walney
Day 2 – Ride to Kendal (44 miles)
Day 3 – Ride to Bowes (51 miles)
Day 4 – Ride to Durham (40 miles)
Day 5 – Ride to Sunderland (15 miles)
DATES & PRICES
Generally our package deals are “bespoke” to the individuals, however please find detailed below some of our more standard requests, though we can tailor any package to your requirements:
| No of Riders | No of Nights | No of Days Riding | Standard (Guest House) Package Price | Luxury (Hotel) Package Price |
| 2-3 Riders | 3 | 3 | £625 | £730 |
| 4 Riders | 3 | 3 | £575 | £680 |
| 5 + Riders | 3 | 3 | £555 | £660 |
| 2-3 Riders | 4 | 4 | £725 | £865 |
| 4 Riders | 4 | 4 | £675 | £815 |
| 5 + Riders | 4 | 4 | £655 | £795 |
| 2-3 Riders | 5 | 5 | £825 | £995 |
| 4 Riders | 5 | 5 | £775 | £950 |
| 5 + Riders | 5 | 5 | £755 | £930 |
| Single room | £40.00/night | £50.00/night | ||
| Solo Rider supplement | + 50% | + 50% | ||
| Cycle Hire – Giant Escape or Giant Alight Hybrid – up to 3 days | £120.00 | £120.00 | ||
| Additional days | + £20.00/day | + £20.00/day | ||
| Electric Bike Hire – up to 3 days | £180.00 | £180.00 | ||
| Additional days | + £40.00/day | + £40.00/day |
– Prices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.
– Prices are per person and are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double ensuite room on a B&B basis and includes baggage transfers, maps, route notes, emergency recovery and transfers.
– Our luxury package is often only available as a double room option, please ask if you require twin rooms.
– Additional nights before or after, or stop overs during your trip can be added.
– PLEASE NOTE: We can tailor any package to fit your specific requirements, just let us know what you require.
We do offer discounts for family groups with younger children where they are sharing a family room – just contact us to find out more!
BOOK THIS HOLIDAY
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booking team will be in touch to confirm the booking and to take
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+44 (0) 1665 713448
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