Mountain Goat Full Day Tour: Ten Lakes Tour of the Lake District
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, Ullswater, 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 @ 9.40am. 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
On-board commentary in English
Transport in a small mini-coach
Food & drink
Additional Entrance fees
Drivers gratuity (optional)
What To Expect
Windermere
Start the tour and meet all passengers at the main pickup point.
Kirkstone Pass
Travel over the winding and steep Lake District mountain pass
Options
Pickup Windermere Information
Pickup Windermere Information : Pick up at 09:40 from Windermere Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, LA23 1AD
Reviews
1,626 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour but you should have bowness as pick up place next time!!
Jomille M,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00What's good: It was a great tour overall we loved the view of the lakes and the mountains! If you're looking for a tour around Lake District that can cover a lot in a day, this is the right tour for you! Michael, our tourgide, was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive to all of us! He also drives very safely. I'm so sorry I wasn't able to give a tip to him cos I didn't have cash but I acknowledged him and was grateful! What needs to be improved: Reason that 1 star was deducted because I was annoyed that prior to the tour, I already messaged Viator if pick up can be done in Bowness because we're coming from there, but I got a response that they're only doing Windermere pick up. Then I found out during the tour that most of the passengers were actually picked up from Bowness! I will not be annoyed if I didn't ask, but I asked I was told otherwise! Next time make sure these are clear and aligned with the staffs responding to these queries. Given that Bowness is a main tourist spot in the area and most people will be coming there, you should include that as the pick up place next time to avoid confusions like this.
Ten lake tour
Michelle P,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely worth every penny, saw places we wouldn't have seen on our own and the information our driver gave us was fantastic. We got some great photo opportunities at places we stopped off at and even time for lunch in Keswick. I say this trip is a must if you come to the lakes. We had lots of laughs throughout the day and met some lovely people on our coach. Will definitely be coming back and doing more tours with them.
Worth the money
kaushik b,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Michael was awesome guide, he gave us enough time to explore on our own and explained the history of each part of Lake District in details. We started right on time and cane back to Windermere on time to catch our train back to London. A day full of fun and beautiful views, altogether a memorable trip.
beautiful scenery. guide...
Byron P,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00beautiful scenery. guide was fairly new to the job but not to the area. He gave top notch info and service.
Historic Lakes District
Deb J,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00There is more driving and less walking with this tour but ample stops to take in the scenery and also flexibility depending on weather. David was knowledgeable and respectful. The coach was comfortable and the hour spent in Keswick gave us an opportunity to explore and have lunch. My only comment is I would have liked some periods of silence to gather thoughts between places and absorb the scenery as not all commentary was relevant to the tour. I highly recommend this tour if you are short on time for your stay.
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