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8 Lakes and Magnificent Scenery - Afternoon Half Day Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Best half-day tour for scenery. Your afternoon will be spent touring around some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of the Lake District. This is a stress free, easy way to see a lot of the Lake District in an afternoon without feeling rushed. You have time to soak up the views and even paddle in a lake if you are brave enough. It is a great way for getting an overview of the Lake District, its culture, history and of course, its amazing scenery.

You will get plenty of variety, see magnificent scenery, eat gingerbread and get all the facts, figures and fascinating stories from our friendly, knowledgeable guides and drivers who know the area well.

Travelling in a comfortable mini-van with air con, Wi-Fi & phone charging ports as one of only 6/7 passengers you will find it is easy to ask questions and join in the conversation (if you want to). There are lots of stops for photos and fresh air. It is a great afternoon out and we can't wait to share it with to you.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather

As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes

No Children under the age of 7

Children must be accompanied by an adult

All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them

We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 7 guests

Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning, WiFi and charging points for most mobile devices

Regular photo / comfort stops

Professional Guides share their expertise of all the fascinating facts and stories in English

Departure and return to convenient, centrally located meeting points

All entrance fees for locations on the itinerary are included

Food & drink

What To Expect

1

Kirkstone Pass

Here, as you twist and climb upwards, you will be on the highest road in the Lake District, as well as one of the most spectacular. On the way, you will drive through some magnificent mountain scenery stopping at the top near the old Kirkstone Pass Inn to admire the panoramic views. Its breezy up here but worth getting out in the fresh air just to be looking down the long valley where Windermere Lake sparkles in the distance and on a clear day, you may see out as far as the sea at Morecambe Bay. Look to the left and the right to catch sight of the native Herdwick sheep roaming among the impressive dry-stone walls and watch dedicated walkers looking like tiny colourful dots weaving about on ancient pack horse trails high up on the surrounding fell sides. On the way down the other side of the pass, you will be able to stop for another opportunity to take fabulous photos down the wide valley with the road winding away towards Brothers Water.

10 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
2

Ullswater Lake

At almost eight miles, this is the second longest of the lakes, with a dramatic serpentine shape overlooked by soaring fells, none higher than the challenging reaches of Helvellyn. The leafy shores are stippled with woods of oak, birch and hazel – one of the best examples of pre-plantation Lakeland scenery. As you will see, this is a special place to be. William Wordsworth declared Ullswater “the happiest combination of beauty and grandeur, which any of the Lakes affords” and who are we to argue with that?

10 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Bowness Departure 2:08pm

Starting point:
Bowness Pier, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HQ, UK

Ambleside Departure 2:19pm

Starting point:
2 Kelsick Rd, Ambleside LA22 0BP, UK

Windermere Departure 2:00pm

Starting point:
Windermere LA23 1AH, UK

Reviews

4.91

191 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Fantastic tour!

    Wendi J,

    Jul 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guides were great! Very personable and knowledgeable. The area covered by the tour was absolutely gorgeous.

  • Gillian and Sandra were...

    Barbara B,

    Jun 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Gillian and Sandra were great! Very engaging and informative and worked well together. Would recommend.

  • Loved this tour of the Lake District!

    Johnny B,

    Jun 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The Lakes District is a great place to visit! The landscape is breathtaking! Our tour guide, Tim, was very knowledgeable, interesting, and funny! We loved this tour!

  • Beautiful lake views!

    Stephanie R,

    May 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A really nice experience with a few sweet ladies to take us around. I really loved seeing everything. My only comment that could be negative is the bus was VERY crowded. We could barely fit in the back with our long legs and then couldn't see out of the window for every passby. I would highly recommend reducing the tour number to allow everyone to have a window or do a different bus with a bit more room. Maybe just a four seater with four chairs.

  • The guide was very good....

    John L,

    Apr 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The guide was very good. The stone circles were really interesting and you can go right up to the stones, unlike at Stonehenge.

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