Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Including Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

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.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable

Lake Windermere

*45 minutes cruise will be included in tour price

1 hour•Admission Included

Options

Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Including Cruise

Reviews

4.84

204 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

184

Could be better
Nagarajan C,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
3.00
The places were scenic. The guide could have done a better job since he wasn't engaging and speaking to himself. Most of the time he didn't speak on the mike as well. It was too cramped to sit in the front row seats.
Loved it
Adam P,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had an absolute blast with our guide Pete! He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and had a way of communicating that made everything crystal clear. He made the whole experience truly unforgettable, and his passion for the places we visited was evident. His commentary was insightful, enthusiastic, and full of thoughtful recommendations that added so much value to our day. Pete's expertise shone through in every aspect of the trip, and his love for the area. We'd highly recommend this day trip to anyone looking for a memorable and enriching experience. It was an amazing day, and Pete made it all the more special!
Excellent tour!
Debra W,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Really worth it, guide Darren was really informative and looked after us all really well, loved the small group set up, mini bus has huge windows so you get good views all round and Darren's knowledge of the area was impeccable. We were up in Manchester for a few days and this was an ideal excursion for us ..always wanted to visit the lakes and this was great ! Thoroughly recommended.
Amazing experience! Our...
Vidhatri R,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Amazing experience! Our driver-guide Michael was very professional and gave us good directions. After a horrible experience in London, this trip was a breath of fresh air literally.
Perfect Day Trip
Dharsika S,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Rob was an amazing tour guide! He went above and beyond. He even had a playlist for our drive that's related to the tour. He shared so much history/stories along the way, and also gave us some downtime to just listen to music and relax. We also had Carrie on the tour as she was training, so it was a bonus. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and approachable, just like Rob. Lake District is absolutely stunning! We were blessed with beautiful weather so it made it all the more memorable. We had enough free time to explore on our own and grab lunch. Highly recommend this tour, and Lake District is a must!