Top Windermere Tours by Duration

Avoid narrow roads, tricky navigation, and trying to fit the Lake District’s vast scenery into a short visit on this full-day small-group tour from Windermere. Travel by comfortable minivan with a guide who handles the driving and storytelling as you explore mountain passes, waterfalls, stone circles, and up to ten of the region’s most scenic lakes, including Buttermere. The route also takes in villages such as Grasmere and includes free time in Keswick.

Visit the Beatrix Potter house and some of the Lake District’s prettiest locations on an afternoon tour from Windermere. After a scenic Lake Windermere cruise, travel through idyllic countryside to Hill Top, the Beatrix Potter home where the beloved children’s author lived during the early 1900s. See the garden and rooms left as she would have known them and learn about her life here. Finish with a visit to the quaint village of Hawkshead, where poet William Wordsworth attended school; and Tarn Hows, one of Lakeland’s most gorgeous spots.

Enjoy a seamless introduction to the Lake District and discover its scenic highlights on this half-day driving tour. Over the course of your tour, see numerous lakes (including Lake Windermere—the largest in the area); visit the Neolithic Castlerigg Stone Circle; discover the photogenic Ashness Bridge; chart the Kirkstone Pass; and much more. As you go, learn all about the region and its history from your guide’s commentary.

See the Lake District in one day without missing a thing! Visit 10 of the National Park’s famous lakes and learn about their geological past and historic importance in culture, art and literature. Enjoy scenic drives through valleys and dales, spot waterfalls and explore ancient landmarks, like the stone circle at Askrigg. Take memorable photos at specially-chosen look-out points and hear tales about the local folklore of the fells and villages you pass by.

Walk in the footsteps of William Wordsworth on this private half-day tour around Lake Grasmere. Visit his former home, family graves, and several scenic spots that influenced his life and work. Traverse the rolling landscape easily, with pickup by air-conditioned vehicle from local hotels, and benefit from the expert knowledge of your personal guide throughout your trip.

With this half-day tour, enjoy getting a shortcut to places in the Lake District linked to the world-renowned author and illustrator, Beatrix Potter. Instead of doing your own research, a guide takes you to Potter’s former home—Hill Top–with admission included to save you time waiting in ticket lines. The trip also visits a selection of other top locations linked the author’s stories and characters.

Hike Langdale's winding trails and scenic paths on this small-group tour. Let your guide lead the way—and leave paper maps behind—as you explore the Lake District’s most stunning scenery at your own pace. With no planning or navigating needed, enjoy meeting fellow adventure seekers, learning about local flora and fauna, and snapping hillside pictures.

See some of the Lake District's most beautiful lakes on this half-day tour around Windermere. Settle into an air-conditioned minivan as your guide takes you through the stunning scenery, passing Derwentwater and England's second-longest lake along the way. You'll also stop to sample delicious gingerbread from the famous Grasmere bakery and discover scenic spots you might struggle to reach alone. Choose departures from Ambleside, Bowness, or Windermere.

William Wordsworth was born and bred in the Lake District, and penned his poems using local landscapes for inspiration. But, finding those local landscapes isn’t easy without research and planning. With this small-group tour, that hard work’s already done, resulting in a carefully planned itinerary that visits Wordsworth’s important landmarks. Round-trip transportation from Windermere makes it easy, and stops at Dove Cottage and St. Oswald’s Church are among the highlights.

On this tour you get to see: • Wray Castle where Beatrix spent her 16th birthday and first discovered the Lake District where she was to later make her home. • 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.

Spend a day in James Herriot country, the Yorkshire Dales, on the trail of the “All Creatures Great and Small” TV series that was much beloved in the UK. In a small group capped at six people, you’ll visit filming locations such as the Drover’s Arms pub and Darrowby village, plus Helen’s family farm, surrounded by the fields, sheep, and dry-stone walls of the Yorkshire Dales. Round-trip transport is included from different Lake District locations.

Gain a unique perspective of the Lake District on a winter tour, which collects and drops at a choice of convenient meeting points. Take advantage of a comprehensive sightseeing itinerary to tick off several scenic landmarks in just a day, including 10 different lakes, two waterfalls, and the Castlerigg Circle. Numbers are capped at seven travelers for an intimate feel and great interaction with your knowledgeable guide.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Take a private day trip into the Yorkshire Dales and experience the stunning scenery. You will get to see many iconic places on this tour. Marvel at the vast valleys lined by limestone hills created millions of years ago when the area was at the bottom of an ancient ocean.

Discover the enchanting landscapes of England's Lake District on this half-day tour that showcases the beauty that earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. Enjoy a scenic lake cruise while listening to captivating stories of the region. Visit Hill Top Farm, the preserved home of Beatrix Potter, and explore the picturesque Tarn Hows, a spot cherished for its stunning views. Conclude your journey in the charming village of Hawkshead, where local shops and historical sites await. - Cruise on the serene waters of the Lake District - Explore Beatrix Potter's preserved Hill Top Farm - Visit the scenic Tarn Hows, a must-see for photos - Wander through the medieval village of Hawkshead, sampling local treats

Explore the natural beauty of the Windermere area without having to worry about organizing car hire with this private tour. Travel with ease between scenic nature spots such as Lake Windermere, Kirkstone Pass, Ullswater Lake, and Castlerigg Stone Circle. As you travel, the guide provides commentary about the local area, and Wi-Fi access and charging points are available in the vehicle.

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.

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.

During this 3-hour tour, admirers of the poet William Wordsworth will have the pleasure of visiting some of the Lake District sites where he lived. With the benefit of a guide’s specialized knowledge you'll gain insight about the environment that influenced Wordsworth’s poetry. Explore the villages of Grasmere and Rydal, with admission to Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum included for your convenience.

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.