Ten Lakes tour of the Lake District National Park
Overview
Available languages
8 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The English Lake District is one of the most recent additions to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Admire the rolling countryside and craggy fells whilst listen to your guide about the Lake District's history, geology and the people that have shaped this much-loved region.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as the Borrowdale Valley, Buttermere, Honister pass, and Grasmere. There are many stops on route; a highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its panoramic views. Our friendly driver/guide will provide an on-board commentary on this full day spectacular tour of lakes and mountains.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be over the age of 5 to travel on this tour
There will be a designated lunch stop where you’ll be able to purchase lunch
There are toilet stops on route
Minimal walking is involved
Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
Luggage storage is available at the Windermere Information departure location
Seats cannot be reserved
Each passenger must have their own seat
Please note, the tour starts from Windermere Information Centre @ 9.25am. It is not possible to be collected from a different location once chosen. If you are not at the correct pick up location and miss the tour, we cannot offer alternative arrangements.
Due to a landslide, Kirkstone pass is currently unpassable. Therefore until further notice you will not visit Brotherswater or Ullswater on your tour. Our incredible driver guides will instead take you off the beaten track to a few other fabulous Lake District sites and lakes.
Due to the nature of the out tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
What To Expect
Windermere
Start the tour and meet all passengers at the main pickup point.
Derwentwater
Enjoy the scenery of Lake Derwent
Options
Pickup Windermere Information
Pickup Windermere Information : Pick up at 09:25 from Windermere Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, LA23 1AD
What‘s Included
On-board commentary in English
Transport in a small mini-coach
Food & drink
Additional Entrance fees
Drivers gratuity (optional)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,758 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ten lakes tour recommended.
paulabD6600UU,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Brilliant itinerary. Great scenery. Stops paced just right. Minor disappointment ticket and tripadvisor stated start time 9am. Was actually 9.25am.
Best lake tour ever!
mendy w,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matt was a fantastic guide full of fun insights and stories of the area. He was very thoughtful of our experience and managed time quite well. This was our 32nd Anniversary and Matt helped make it a memorable one. We were also honored to be Matt’s last tour before he embarks on a new chapter. We wish him the best of luck!
Fully packed and well paced day
Venture551776,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable and comprehensive tour of the Lake District National park and lakes
Wonderful way to see this area
Dean G,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jason and Tony were great guide and driver... This tour gives you a wonderful overview of the Lakes Region. A+
Thoroughly enjoyable
585jeano,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour.covered places that gave an overall view of each “lake”. Very interesting, knowledgeable and entertaining commentary.Considerate driver.As a returnee I saw places I had never previously visited.
Had a fantastic time on...
KaLynn S,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Had a fantastic time on this Lake District tour with Mark P as our guide. The pace was relaxed without ever being boring, and it felt like a really enjoyable way to experience the area — especially for a first visit. I’d definitely recommend it. I also want to mention Konomi at the information center, who was incredibly warm and helpful. She made everything much easier and was genuinely lovely to interact with. The only reason I’m giving 4 instead of 5 stars is because of an unpleasant interaction with Sarah over the phone. She called the evening before the tour to confirm my pickup location. I asked whether pickup from my hotel was possible, and she explained that changes couldn’t be made because I booked through Viator. No problem at all — I was perfectly happy to go to the original pickup point. The next morning, I was waiting exactly where the Viator app instructed me to be when Sarah called again, clearly frustrated, asking why I wasn’t at the pier. I explained that I was at the information center as listed in the app, but she continued speaking to me very aggressively and said I was making the tour late. Her job is quite literally working with people who don’t know where they’re going (AKA tourists), and she should treat customers with a bit of grace given the circumstance. Thankfully, when Mark arrived, he was extremely kind and immediately reassured me that everything was fine and that I hadn’t caused any issue. So overall: wonderful tour, wonderful guide, lovely staff at the information center… but Sarah seriously needs a chill pill.
A great day out
Glenn T,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to see and hear about the Lake district made better by the driver, who knowledge and banter was brilliant
Very beautiful tour. Our...
Donna M,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very beautiful tour. Our tour guide Robert was excellent. I would highly recommend this tour. Every stop was just stunning.
The 10 lakes tour
Hilary W,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the 10 Lakes visit today with Tim. We had a fantastoc day. Tim went out of his way to make the tour fun and educational, sharing his love and deep knowledge of the lakes district. We would recomend this to anyone. Absolutely a 5 out of 5
We had a guide...
France C,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great guide, Tony. He provided us with just enough information about the places we visited. He was an excellent driver. We have seen many more places than expected. The scenery was beautiful and the temperature was excellent. Thank you.
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