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, 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.
Derwentwater
Enjoy the scenery of Lake Derwent
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
1,711 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A totally fabulous day!
CarolineOw,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a totally fabulous day! A wonderful way to have an overview of the Lakes and go places where you wouldn’t have the courage to drive your car! All of this was enhanced by our driver, Steve, who regaled us with interesting facts, local stories and history and all interlaced with childhood memories and experiences in the Lakes! It was a full day, great value and comfortable transport. I would throughly recommend any of these tours to those visiting the Lakes!
Aussie visit 10 Lake Spectacular
Discover02015615869,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony our driver was excellent. The road conditions were a challenge but he did a great job. My Australian family were delighted with everything and we would definitely recommend the tour.
Little flexibility towards the customer
matteofF356LN,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.000 assistance after buying an activity in which it was not possible to participate .. money wasted , no willingness to meet the customer's need
Brilliant 10 Lakes Tour!
Freedom42242800727,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I joined the 10 Lakes Spectacular and it truly was just that - Spectacular! We got lucky with a beautiful crispy cold winters day that just highlighted the incredible natural beauty of the Lake District. Mark H was the perfect driver guide with incredible knowledge of the Lake District, its history and prominent figures, he brought the tour to life. I would highly recommend Mountain Goat and we'll definitely use them again when we return.
A couple looking for a new experience
sharonb460,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tim our tour guide was amazing, full of knowledge and his love for the lakes has definitely rubbed off on us. The tour was 5star and we were given tips for other visits which we managed to achieve. Massive shout out to Tim and the team for making our time away so special xxx
Can’t go wrong with Tim!
656panf,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We just finished our tour with Tim and it was a most lovely experience. Tim has been a very funny, engaging, knowledgeable and caring tour guide for us and everyone else on the bus. Tim also went out of his way to take great pictures for us and even showed us a few hidden spots. The trip was very relaxing and educational, and we were lucky to have a punctual bunch with no traffic 🫡 Highly recommend for anyone!
Best Lake district tour
irae468,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing trip. Our guide, Tim, was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained throughout the whole tour. We were shown some of the most beautiful sights and Tim was very happy to take pictures and videos for everyone. He even prepared some ginger bread from a local store in advance as he knew it would be closed on that day. I cannot recommend this tour any more, this is 100% worth every penny and it was an unforgettable memory.
Fantastic full day lake trip
BRIAN L,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Peter the Driver/Guide was fantastic from start to finish. Very informative commentary throughout and very helpful and clear communication around pick up times etc. lovely guy!!
The guide was so nice!...
Dorry L,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was so nice! The drive was smooth and it was a great trip! Even though it was raining, everyone still had a great time.
Perfect first-timer's introduction to the lakes
George B,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Recommended, great value one-day minibus speed-tour of an extensive checklist of famous scenic spots in the Lake District. This tour is perfect if, like me, you've never visited and want to get a rapid sense of all the places you'll want to go back to when you have more time! If you are in the area several days then put this on your first day. Our driver, Graham, was very friendly and knowledgeable and provided just the right level of commentary and explanations as we toured around. This includes driving between places and we got a very good sense of the overall geography and history. He also smartly adapted the route based on the weather, the tour party interests, and included a couple of unlisted bonus detours. Lunch is up to travelers to find during a 1-hour stop in Keswick although with a bigger party and more daylight I'd imagine that could be a longer stop. As there are several stops where there are good shops, most importantly the tiny one-of-a-kind Sarah Nelson Grasmere Gingerbread bakery, bring shopping money and a bag or two! Some of the stops give you time to have quick walks around paths, viewpoints, lakesides, so consider wearing walking shoes or boots.
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