Rolling fells, glittering water, and the kind of soft, dreamy light that inspired Wordsworth, Coleridge, and generations of Romantic poets — the Lake District needs very little introduction. We stop in one of its prettiest lakeside towns, Ambleside or Bowness, for a proper look at Lake Windermere, England's largest natural lake. Stretch your legs, snap a few photos, and grab a snack before we press on — 30 minutes at Ambleside, or 45 minutes if we stop at Bowness, departing at 12:45.

Be My Guest is one of Trafalgar's signature experiences — and it's exactly what it sounds like. Rather than another stop at a generic café, we're welcomed as genuine guests to Strawberry Fields for a classic English afternoon tea: dainty sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, and a proper pot of tea, all in genuinely lovely surroundings. A guided tour of the grounds rounds out the visit, giving you a real feel for the place rather than just a quick cuppa and back on the coach.

Dinner's on you tonight, which means the whole evening is yours to explore one of Britain's most characterful cities. Here are a few ideas to get you started: