Ten Lakes tour of the Lake District National Park

Overview

Available languages

English

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Windermere

Start the tour and meet all passengers at the main pickup point.

Admission Not Applicable

Derwentwater

Enjoy the scenery of Lake Derwent

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

On-board commentary in English

Transport in a small mini-coach

Food & drink

Additional Entrance fees

Drivers gratuity (optional)

Options

Pickup Windermere Information

Pickup Windermere Information : Pick up at 09:25 from Windermere Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, LA23 1AD

Reviews

4.85

1,754 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1585

123

Thoroughly enjoyable
585jeano,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent 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
4.00
Had 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
5.00
Great 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
5.00
Very 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
We 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.
Very confusing like being on two different tours at the same time.
peterlN8492UP,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
This was not a good experience. We were put off by a woman's AI commentary which sounded like it was reading randomly from a guide book. Over the top of that was the driver doing his own commentary as we drove around. The whole thing was very confusing and it felt like we were on two different tours at the same time. Why do you do this Mountain Goat, surely one or the other would be better?
Fantastic expert
558waynel,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An absolutely wonderful day. Our tour guide and driver extraordinaire, Tony, was amazing. Incredible driving skills on high narrow roads! Provided just enough commentary to provide information without over doing it and distracting from the amazing scenery. Perfect weather. Stunning scenery. A fabulous day with a fabulous host. Will provide life long memories.
Brilliant Day Out
Maarama,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A really enjoyable day (weather helped), and we covered a lot of ground and learned a lot. Tony really made it with his knowledge and sense of humour, he was a rock star! Excellent value too I thought.
Cheap but not cheerful
davidkD5463KG,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
I chose this tour because it was cheap. What a mistake! We quickly realised that it was the wrong choice because the tour ws done by a pre-recorded app with a patronising voice. It was dull and then boring and then irritating. Worse of all we were stuck with it all day!! Looking back, I wish I had booked the more expensive tour with another company because they have smaller buses and lovely drivers and guides who are full of knowledge and talk to you and answer all our quedtions (went on 2 tours with them earlier in week). My advice is spend a bit more and get a better experience.

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Ten Lakes tour of the Lake District National Park

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Windermere

Start the tour and meet all passengers at the main pickup point.

Admission Not Applicable

Derwentwater

Enjoy the scenery of Lake Derwent

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

On-board commentary in English

Transport in a small mini-coach

Food & drink

Additional Entrance fees

Drivers gratuity (optional)

Options

Pickup Windermere Information

Pickup Windermere Information : Pick up at 09:25 from Windermere Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, LA23 1AD

Reviews

4.85

1,754 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1585

123

Thoroughly enjoyable
585jeano,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent 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
4.00
Had 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
5.00
Great 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
5.00
Very 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
We 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.
Very confusing like being on two different tours at the same time.
peterlN8492UP,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
This was not a good experience. We were put off by a woman's AI commentary which sounded like it was reading randomly from a guide book. Over the top of that was the driver doing his own commentary as we drove around. The whole thing was very confusing and it felt like we were on two different tours at the same time. Why do you do this Mountain Goat, surely one or the other would be better?
Fantastic expert
558waynel,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An absolutely wonderful day. Our tour guide and driver extraordinaire, Tony, was amazing. Incredible driving skills on high narrow roads! Provided just enough commentary to provide information without over doing it and distracting from the amazing scenery. Perfect weather. Stunning scenery. A fabulous day with a fabulous host. Will provide life long memories.
Brilliant Day Out
Maarama,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A really enjoyable day (weather helped), and we covered a lot of ground and learned a lot. Tony really made it with his knowledge and sense of humour, he was a rock star! Excellent value too I thought.
Cheap but not cheerful
davidkD5463KG,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
I chose this tour because it was cheap. What a mistake! We quickly realised that it was the wrong choice because the tour ws done by a pre-recorded app with a patronising voice. It was dull and then boring and then irritating. Worse of all we were stuck with it all day!! Looking back, I wish I had booked the more expensive tour with another company because they have smaller buses and lovely drivers and guides who are full of knowledge and talk to you and answer all our quedtions (went on 2 tours with them earlier in week). My advice is spend a bit more and get a better experience.