All Windermere Tours & Excursions in 2026

Soak up the splendour of England’s largest lake, Windermere, on a scenic self-guided audio tour of the Lake District. • Find out how Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth are connected to the area and take it some of its famous sites • Hear from producer Martin Wilson, the owner and producer of Lake District Drives • Do it all in 3 hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Don’t let limited time stop you experiencing the best of the Lake District—discover the highlights of the area at a pace suited to you and your party on a private tour that gives you the freedom to tailor your itinerary. Cover more sights as you travel in climate-controlled comfort, and benefit from the undivided attention of your guide.

This private sailing experience offers an intimate alternative to crowded group tours. Enjoy a skippered yacht exclusively for your group of up to four people. Choose to get involved and learn to drive the boat or relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery along Lake Windermere. Your sailing experience is tailored to your skill level and preferences, discussed with your skipper before setting sail from Storrs Hall Hotel.

Experience the exclusivity of chartering a 10 metre Oceanis Clipper sailing yacht on England's largest natural lake, Windermere. Get involved as much or as little as you like, or relax whilst you appreciate the yacht, amazing views and fresh Cumbrian air. We have a well stocked bar available at very reasonable prices. We even have a private bathroom and central heating! Having sailed on Windermere for 20 years I have plenty of stories to tell you about the Lake and thoroughly enjoy showing you how to sail on it, in my fabulous yacht.

On this tour you will get to see: • Wray Castle where Beatrix spent her 16th birthday and first discovered the Lake District. • Near Sawrey village which Beatrix visited often, used as inspiration for her illustrations and where she happily settled and married. • Hill Top, the house which Beatrix bought from the money she made from the publication of Peter Rabbit. • Esthwaite Water where Beatrix fished from her boat. • Hawkshead village • Tarn Hows bought by Beatrix  and regarded as one of the most beautiful places in the Lake District. • Coniston Water with spectacular views of the lake and Coniston Old Man • Yewdale Valley where Beatrix owned farms and land including Yew Tree Farm used in the film Miss Potter.

Engage in an intimate evening of astronomy led by Gary Fildes, a seasoned astronomer with over 25 years of experience. This unique event offers a personal approach to exploring the cosmos, beginning with a presentation that simplifies the universe's vastness. Following this, venture into the night sky to observe celestial wonders through various telescopes, with hands-on guidance available. Enjoy an informal chat with Gary about groundbreaking topics in modern astronomy while sipping a complimentary hot drink. This event promises a memorable night under the Lake District's dark skies, perfect for anyone curious about the universe.

This is a perfect pick for nature lovers. Save time organizing car hire and instead, enjoy a full-day private tour that takes you to 10 lakes in a day. No need to worry about navigating— a private driver takes care of that, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful views. Highlights include Lake Windermere, the Kirkstone Pass, Ullswater Lake, the Castlerigg Stone Circle, Buttermere Lake, and Lake Grasmere.

This full day takes you to Great Britain's Lake District, a mountainous region in northwest England known for its picturesque lakes and dense forests. Visit lakes, waterfalls, and small villages with breaks for walks, shopping, snacks, and even gingerbread along the way. This is an ideal tour for first time visitors or those who want an overview of the District in one day.

Put away the guidebook and enjoy a private tour to a shortlist of the Lake District's most interesting sights. A driver helps you maximize your time in the region by taking you to a variety of popular attractions in just a few hours. See Aira Force waterfall, Grasmere, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Ullswater Lake, and Kirkstone Pass—the highest mountain pass in the Lake District.

Other operators run a ten-lakes tour. None of them put you on the water. This is the only ten-lakes tour in the National Park that includes a genuine hour-long cruise on Ullswater — pre-booked, included, no extra cost on the day — aboard a steamer sailing this lake since 1859. While other tours drive past and point, you'll feel the lake from its surface, Place Fell rising sheer from the shore, the whole basin opening out around you. The same depth applies elsewhere: at Honister, your guide explains the centuries of industry carved into that cliff face, not just a photo of the mine. At Buttermere, widely considered the most beautifully proportioned lake in the district, you'll understand why it's been celebrated since the earliest days of Lake District tourism. With only seven guests aboard, every question gets answered properly, across four mountain passes and ten lakes most visitors never see in a single trip.

Make the most of limited time in the Lake District with this full-day tour to help you tick off picturesque villages, lakes, waterfalls, and mountain views. Instead of having to focus on driving, enjoy the luxury of having a private driver to take you between sites. Along the way, stop for scenic strolls and photo opportunities, including Kirkstone Mountain Pass, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Keswick, and Aira Force waterfall.

Sit back in comfort, while we drive you through the beautiful Lake District. We’ll collect you from your designated place and drop you back safely. Our first stop is Forest Side, where you can delight in a Michelin Star four course lunch in beautiful Lake District surroundings. We will then head to the scenic village of Grasmere, where you can enjoy a Distillery Taste and Tour experience, including award winning Gin, Whisky, Rum and Vodka.

This tour gives you the opportunity to see some of the Lake District's most beautiful viewpoints. Avoid the potential stress of being stuck on busy public transport, and ride between sights with ease in a private vehicle. Discover a variety of Lake District highlights such as Grasmere, Keswick, Ashness Bridge, Surprise View, Buttermere, and Newlands Valley.

Skip the fixed itineraries of group tours and discover the Lake District sights you truly want to see without having to plan your own transport. With this private tour, choose the lakes, waterfalls, and places you wish to visit from the available range; and then soak up the scenery and sites as you wish, all as your own personal guide furnishes you with stories and detail you could miss otherwise.

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District on a cycling adventure tailored just for you. Whether it’s a half-day ride or a full-day experience, every route is designed around your preferences and starting location. With a local guide leading the way, you’ll navigate through quiet roads and scenic trails, ensuring a fluid and enjoyable ride. Perfect for all skill levels, each journey emphasizes the beauty of the area, with well-timed stops to soak in the views and enjoy the experience. This isn’t just riding; it’s about crafting the perfect day on two wheels.

This is a great pick for first-time visitors to the Lake District. Save hours researching and planning your own itinerary, and enjoy the luxury of a private tour where the full schedule is planned out for you. Visit quaint villages, nature spots, and rural locations such as Grasmere, Hawkshead, Tarn Hows, and Blea Tarn with a chance to stop off for photos whenever you like.

Beatrix Potter's characters and illustrations have shaped childhood for generations. Discover the places and landscapes that inspired them on this private tour with a knowledgeable driver/guide. You'll see Wray Castle where she stayed as a young adult, her gallery in Hawkshead, Hill Top, the house she bought with the money from her first few books, and more. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Charter a skippered yacht for a 4 hour sailing experience, get involved and take control of the yacht or just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery unfold around you. The boat: 23 foot Jeanneau yacht which can comfortably accommodate groups of up to four guests. There is plenty of space to relax above and below deck as well as storage for bags, fresh water and toilet access.

This self-guided Lake District road trip is designed to show how the national park’s lakes, valleys and mountain passes connect into one coherent journey rather than a scattered list of viewpoints. Instead of planning routes between popular locations yourself, the guide organises the region into four scenic touring loops that follow the natural geography of the landscape. You can explore each loop individually or combine them into a longer journey across the Lake District without unnecessary backtracking. Along the way the guide connects famous lakes, quiet valleys, mountain passes and traditional villages while highlighting some of the national park’s most dramatic scenery. Rather than a rigid itinerary, the guide provides narrative context, clear route progression and flexible time-based planning ideas so you can adapt around walking routes, weather and travel pace. With 12 months access included, you can start planning before your trip and return to the guide whenever you need.

Experience the exclusivity of chartering a 10 metre Oceanis Clipper sailing yacht on England's largest natural lake, Windermere. Get involved as much or as little as you like, or relax whilst you appreciate the yacht, amazing views and fresh Cumbrian air. A very extensive and locally sourced ploughman's is served in the second half of the trip with lots of delicious homemade additions. You may dine on deck if the weather permits, with views most restaurants can only dream of. We have a well stocked and reasonably priced bar on board, complimentary tea, coffee and soft drinks. We even have a private bathroom and central heating! Having sailed on Windermere for 20 years I have plenty of stories to tell you about the Lake and thoroughly enjoy showing you how to sail on it in my fabulous yacht.

A fun experience and a valuable investment - capturing memories for lifetime! How does it work: Following booking, I will contact you to suggest some locations depending on the season and the time of day. I'll also send clothing guidelines. On the day: We'll meet at our agreed location and explore the local scenery in a relaxed and fun way, taking candid images as we explore. Following the shoot: I'll send you a gallery of edited images and you'll be able to choose 5 to download and keep for ever, with further images available to purchase if desired. I can't wait to work with you to create a tapestry of joyful moments frozen forever in time! Bringing young children, fantastic, there is no expectation for them to pose or behave in a certain way, our photoshoots are relaxed and we let the kids lead the way to ensure they are comfortable and leave the day with happy memories.

The Perfect Introduction to the Lake District Unlike large coach tours, this private 4-hour experience is designed exclusively for your group, allowing you to explore the Lake District at a relaxed pace. Travel in comfort in an executive Mercedes vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide, following a scenic circular route that showcases a variety of lakes, valleys, viewpoints and historic villages without retracing the same roads. Visit highlights such as Grasmere, Little Langdale, Skelwith Force, Tarn Hows, Hawkshead and Wray Castle, while enjoying personalised commentary and flexible photo stops throughout. • Private 4-hour tour tailored to your interests • Executive Mercedes vehicle • Knowledgeable local driver-guide • Scenic viewpoints, waterfalls and historic villages • Complimentary hotel and Oxenholme Station pickup

Minimize the stress of traveling by pre-booking your private one-way transfer from your hotel or residence in Windermere to Manchester Airport. Rate includes meet and greet, toll and parking charges, all taxes and VAT, gratuities, and one standard suitcase per passenger. Different size vehicles are available, with space for up to eight passengers.

A day in the footsteps of Beatrix Potter. From the teenage Beatrix discovering the Lake District at Wray Castle to the author, farmer and conservationist who made this landscape her home, this tour is about much more than Peter Rabbit. Travel in comfort with Tour The Lakes on a memorable journey through Beatrix Potter country. From the place where her love affair with the Lakes began to her beloved Hill Top farmhouse, we’ll explore picturesque villages, peaceful waters and spectacular scenery along the way.