Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Including Cruise
Overview
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11 hours
Mobile ticket
Windermere Lake Cruise will be included in your tour price.
The Lake District is where people go to rejuvenate their senses.
The soaring mountains refresh your mind, the lakes calm your worries, and the quaint houses and little lanes make you yearn for a long-forgotten age.
So on this tour, we take you on a day trip through the best locations of England’s most famous National Park.
You learn the tales from Windermere, the largest lake in England and you admire Wordworth’s cosy Dove Cottage.
Join this tour, enjoy the scenery, and let nature help you unwind.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Lake Windemere Cruise - We reserve tickets for you. 45 minutes cruise will be included in tour price
We regret that we are unable to permit children under 5 years on our tours.
Please arrive at least 15 mins in advance to check-in.
Please note that tour timings are for reference only and may vary for operational reasons.
You are allowed up to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours from Manchester. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Small Group Tour with maximum 16 people
Professional Driver Guide
Admission Fee - Includes 45 minutes cruise on Lake Windermere
Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
Admission fees unless specified
Meals and refreshments
Gratuities
What To Expect
Bowness-on-Windermere
Your first stop of the day is at Bowness that sits on the shores of Windermere. You have time here to take a leisurely cruise* upon the lake or wander around the town and admire the sublime views of the landscapes.
Lake Windermere
*45 minutes cruise will be included in tour price
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Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Including Cruise
Reviews
214 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a really great...
Naaja N,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a really great tour with an excellent guide. All in our party was really pleased. We ranged in age from 16 to 49 and it worked well for all ages.
Wonderful Lakes tour
Gerard M,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our driver Pete was fantastic. He bought the Lakes district alive with his commentary. The tour was well balanced allowing us time to walk and explore seperately as well as with the group. Pete drove brilliantly along the narrow winding lanes. We took in wonderful views, charming villages and had beautiful weather. All thanks to Pete.
I Enjoyed Every Second of this Tour
Jovana I,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00I loved every second of this wonderful day. Steve was so kind, friendly and welcoming, funny and knowledgeable, too. We set off on time, and as the English countryside is generally beautiful, I enjoyed even the ride to the Lake District itself (and back). When we got there, I was mesmerised by the charm and beauty of the region. I studied English literature and I felt as if I walked into all the books we had read at uni. We were lucky to have a wonderful summer day, without rain, and dry sun entire day. We stopped at numerous viewpoints and I just couldn’t take enough photos. I also wanted to absorb everything as much as I could. I loved the smells and sounds of nature. They brought me back to the days I had spent at my grandparents’ village. I only wished I had stayed longer in Manchester so I could sleep in Grasmere and spend more time in the villages of the Lake District.
Lake district
Sri G,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lake district was a pretty good experience, serene and wonderful. You get a cruise on lake Windermere, which was worth every minute. Visiting the village of Hawkshead is a must. Steve from Rabbie's Tours was our excellent guide, patient & witty. We had enjoyed our time during our trip. It's a good number of places to visit in a day trip for a decent fare.
Must do trip to the Lake district!!!
Diana A,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00One of the best coach tours we have taken.. the weather today was an added bonus! The tour is well paced, with enough stops to enjoy the local sights and get something to eat and drink without feeling rushed. The boat tour on Windemere was beautiful, Grasmere was gorgeous but the best was the last stop at Hawkshead. There is so much to experience in one day and Pete made it interesting with plenty of recommendations as well as sharing lots of information about the place and its people. The playlist suited the area been driven through. If you are like us and want to make the most of your visit to Manchester but without the hassle, this is a must do trip. Can't recommend Rabbi's and Pete enough. Looking forward to the Peak district tour tomorrow and hoping to have as much fun as we did today!
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