Top Manchester Day Trips

We spent a great day with Allen (Alan?) taking us through the highlights of North Wales. We visited everything from a Victorian seaside town (which still brings in visitors) to the beautiful and wild mountains of Snowdonia to a canal suspended hundreds of feet above the River Dee. Suggestion: If you want to do the short hike at Snowdonia to an alpine lake, consider hiking shoes and a hiking pole if needed. Of course, each stop is too brief, but it can definitely serve to whet your desire to return for a longer visit.

Great tour. The views are stunning!!! Great value for your money as you visit multiple locations. But the best part was Ritchie, our guide/driver. The best tour guide and driver weo ever had. He went above and beyond for us. I was very impressed with his level of knowledge, kindness and dedication to his job. Top notch!!!

I 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.