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 apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
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're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. 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) plus one 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 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
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
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Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Including Cruise
Reviews
238 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
Cristhal B,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Steve was is amazing! Thank you for being so kind, knowledgeable, and professional. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Trip to Lake Windemere
LoveQtown,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this trip. Clive our driver was fantastic, very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a rainy day but that didn't distract from a very beautiful part of the world. Would recommend this trip to everyone
Top tour in charming surroundings
Lars W,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, very scenic, entertaining, the driver Derrin is very knowledgeable, you learn a lot of information, and he is very humorous. Very British! Trip is highly recommended.
Richie is the best!
zhu0k,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Richie is an absolute gentleman and legend. The bus was clean and it felt like a private tour given there’s only three of us (exc Richie) in the tour.
Richie was an amazing...
Madison J,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Richie was an amazing guide! He was super funny and accommodating, I would highly recommend. Got to see lots of the Lake District in such a short time, I’m even thinking of doing the three day tour in the summer time!
Good lightweight day tour
Jayshree M,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really nice lightweight tour with stops at some of the highlights of the Lake District. Feedback - I wish we had more restroom stops along the way. Also all the tea/coffee places were closed on our last stop, little disappointing as it was cold and a hot drink would have been nice. Maybe Ambleside might be a better place to stop for lunch instead of Grasmere?
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review: Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester
Jins P,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked this tour to Windermere and the Lake District from Manchester through Viator, and the whole process was very easy and convenient. The cost was also very reasonable, making it excellent value for money. The tour operator was Rabbie’s, and both the vehicle and the driver were outstanding. Our driver-guide, Darren, was exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. He explained every part of the trip clearly and shared fascinating insights about each destination, which made the experience even more enriching. I was traveling with my family, including my 6‑year‑old child, and we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. Darren’s commentary kept us interested throughout, and the journey never felt boring. The places we visited were beautiful and memorable, and the entire experience was seamless from start to finish. Overall, this was a fantastic day out, and I would highly recommend Viator, Rabbie’s and Darren to anyone looking to explore the Lake District.
Great Tour
nnewman2000,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ritchie our tour guide did a great job making the trip fun and giving us great information about the region and the sites we got to see.
Great way to see the Lake District!
Kevin,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent trip despite some rain. Pete did a fantastic job driving us throughout our itinerary and telling us about the history of the area. Highly recommend this trip. We left at 0830 and returned at 1800 with Sunday traffic. Will probably be a longer day during the week.
Wonderful tour.
Hilary A,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guides know a lot about the places. This gives perspective and enrichment to the experience.
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