Liverpool

Embark on an unforgettable journey through some of England’s most scenic landscapes and historic sites in the picturesque Lake and Peak Districts, both National Parks. Visit the charming spa town of Buxton and learn of the captivating history of Lyme house and Sizergh Castle. Whether you're cruising on tranquil lakes, exploring ancient caves, or soaking in the rich culture of local cities, this trip offers the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and discovery with some added Beatles nostalgia.

NOTE: Due to the amount of walking at times over hilly and/or cobbled ground, this program is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.

Day 1 – June 27, 2025

Upon arrival at Manchester Airport, you'll be transferred to your charming hotel in Liverpool. Once you are checked in, you will have the remainder of the day at leisure. Explore the local surroundings or simply relax in your hotel. Should guests be flying in to any other airport, a surcharge will apply.

Note: Solo travellers will transfer in a private sedan and couples in a private van. Sedans hold 2 pieces of luggage plus 2 carry-on size bags. Vans hold 4 pieces of luggage plus 2-3 carry-on size bags. If you have more luggage than is permissible, a larger vehicle may be required for an additional cost. Please advise your booking agent at least 21 days before sailing if a larger vehicle is required.

Check in time is at 3:00pm. Should you arrive earlier, you may store your luggage with reception and begin to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or head out for some independent exploration until your room is available. You may also wish to book an extra night to guarantee your room is available upon arrival.

DAY 2 – June 28, 2025

After breakfast at the hotel, meet you guide and begin your adventure - a scenic journey to the Lake District, one of England’s most iconic natural landscapes.

At Lake Windermere, you’ll have the opportunity to take a leisurely cruise across the shimmering waters, surrounded by dramatic hills and lush greenery. This cruise offers the perfect chance to admire the stunning views of the lake and its surrounding villages, a true highlight of the region.

Following the cruise, you'll enjoy a delightful lunch at the Lake Hotel, a picturesque spot nestled by the lake, where you can savor delicious, locally sourced dishes.

Afterward, your journey continues with a visit to Sizergh Castle, a historic house set within beautiful gardens. Steeped in centuries of history, the castle showcases impressive medieval architecture, with fascinating rooms to explore and stunning grounds to wander. After a day of exploration, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel for some time at leisure and dinner on own before setting out for an evening of entertainment.

As the evening unfolds, meet back up with the group and immerse yourself in the music scene of Liverpool at the legendary Cavern Club. Known worldwide as the birthplace of The Beatles' rise to fame, the Cavern Club hosts the ‘Cavern Club Beatles’, a tribute band that brings the magic of the Fab Four back to life with sell out live performances. It’s the perfect way to soak in the city’s musical heritage and enjoy a lively night out in this iconic venue.

After the show return to your hotel for a restful evening, reflecting on a day filled with history, natural beauty, and wonder. Note: Drinks are available for purchase at the club and guests may stay longer if they wish, it’s a 15-minute walk or 5-minute taxi/uber drive back to the hotel.

Day 3 – June 29, 2025

Day three kicks off after breakfast with a transfer to Lyme house, located in the Peak District: another of England’s stunning national parks. This is a fascinating location that offers a glimpse into England’s past. Here, you will delve into the history of Lyme and its impressive architecture, learning about the influential families that have lived there and the stunning surroundings.

From Lyme, you'll be transferred to Buxton, a charming spa town known for its Georgian architecture and natural beauty.

You’ll have some free time to enjoy lunch at your own leisure, perhaps in one of the town’s quaint cafés or local pubs, before continuing your journey to Poole’s Cavern.

Known for its awe-inspiring underground limestone formations, Poole’s Cavern is a natural wonder that will leave you spellbound. Explore the cave’s chambers and passageways, where you’ll see ancient stalactites and stalagmites, with expert guides sharing the cavern’s fascinating geological history.

After this subterranean adventure, you'll be transferred back to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.

Note: Poole’s Cavern maintains a constant temperature of 7°C, please dress accordingly. There are a total of 28 steps along the cave path, 14 up and 14 down. Guests can also remain in the main chamber of the cave which is 100 meters/300ft long.

Day 4 - June 30, 2025

On this final day, enjoy breakfast before settling any incidentals and checking out. Then meet your guide and embark on a Liverpool city tour to experience it’s vibrant culture and rich history before heading to the ship for your onward journey.

Along the way enjoy a tour of the magnificent Anglican Cathedral, largest cathedral in the UK, with its awesome gothic interior and beautiful Lady Chapel. Drive by Pier Head and see its landmark buildings and learn of the history of emigration. Among the architectural highlights you will view is the iconic Royal Liver Building, one of Britain’s tallest buildings, with statues of mythical Liver birds, the official symbol of Liverpool, atop its towers.

Within the city centre you will pass the Town Hall, one of the city centre’s oldest buildings, dating from 1755 and drive through the tree-lined suburbs to south Liverpool where the Beatles grew up. Here you will see Penny Lane. If time allows, take your picture alongside the iconic road sign of this street made famous by Paul McCartney and the Beatles.

More architectural and cultural riches can be seen on William Brown Street, testament to the 19th century merchants who built the magnificent concert hall St. George’s Hall, the Walker Art Gallery, the Central Library and the World Museum.

Your tour concludes at the port for embarkation.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Manchester Airport, you are met and transferred to your hotel

3:00pm Check-in at the hotel

Remainder of the day at leisure, meals on own

Overnight at the Halyard Hotel or similar

Note: Should guests be flying in to any other airport, a surcharge will apply

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2

AM Full English breakfast at the hotel

8:45am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby

9:00am Drive to Lake Windemere, Lake District

11:00am Enjoy a Lake cruise

12:00pm Enjoy lunch at a local venue

13:00pm Drive to Sizergh Castle

1:30pm Visit Sizergh Castle

3:00pm Return to your hotel

5:00pm Dinner on own

7:30pm Meet and transfer to the Cavern Club

TBA Return transfer to hotel

Overnight at the Halyard Hotel or similar

DAY 3

AM Full English breakfast at the hotel

8:45am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby

9:00am Drive to Lyme House

11:00am Visit Lyme House

12:30pm Drive to Buxton

13:30pm Free time for lunch on own

2:00pm Head to Poole Cavern

2:15pm Visit Poole’s Cavern

3:30pm Return to your hotel

Evening at leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Halyard Hotel or similar

DAY 4

AM Full English breakfast, settle incidentals and check-out of hotel

9:45am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby

10:00am City tour of Liverpool

12:00pm Transfer to the Cruise Terminal for embarkation

Expected Weather:

Weather in the United Kingdom is very unpredictable, and you may experience rain at any time.

Daily high temperature - 63°F (17°C)

Daily low temperature - 50°F (10°C)

What to Bring:

Prepare for moderately mild weather at all times and be able to supplement basic dress with a warm sweater and/or a rainproof top. Pack sensible footwear, as most rural attractions and even some urban areas are best described as “rugged terrain,” and the ground is wet occasionally. Also bring hats and sunglasses.

Local Currency:

Pound Sterling. Credit cards are widely accepted.

Electricity:

230v / 50hz (plugs are 3 square pins). An adjacent switch typically controls outlets. We recommend bringing your own universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport valid for at least six months after travel required.

Please check with your local British embassy for any up-to-date entry requirements for your nationality.

Hotel address:

The Halyard Ropewalks Liverpool

123 Duke Street , Liverpool, L1 4JR

*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If a similar hotel is substituted, it will be of equal ratings and standards. If guests are not notified of any changes in advance, then the group will be staying at the hotel listed in the program details.

Program Includes:

•Three nights at the Halyard Hotel or similar – Deluxe Queen Room

•Transfer from Manchester airport to hotel

•Transportation and the services of an English-speaking tour guide for three full days of sightseeing and all associated expenses

•Meals per the itinerary

•Cavern Club performance (drinks available for purchase, no food)

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes:

•Meals or beverages not listed above

•Hotel incidentals, including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Gratuities for guides and drivers

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.