8 Lakes in a Morning

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About this activity

Best half-day tour for scenery. Your morning will be spent touring around some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of the Lake District. This is a stress free, easy way to see a lot of the Lake District in a morning without feeling rushed. You have time to soak up the views and even paddle in a lake if you are brave enough. It is a great way for getting an overview of the Lake District, its culture, history and of course, its amazing scenery.

You will get plenty of variety, see magnificent scenery, eat gingerbread and get all the facts, figures and fascinating stories from our friendly, knowledgeable guides and drivers who know the area well.

Travelling in a comfortable mini-van with air con & phone charging ports as one of only 6/7 passengers you will find it is easy to ask questions and join in the conversation (if you want to). There are lots of stops for photos and fresh air. It is a great morning out and we can't wait to share it with to you.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: English Lakes Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning and charging points for most mobile devices
Included: Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 7 guests
Included: Regular photo / comfort stops
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Knowledgeable guide available throughout the tour

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Rydal Water

Passing by

You will get to see Rydal Water, one of the smaller "big" lakes
Grasmere

Passing by

Next is another of the smaller lakes, Grasmere
The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop

10 min

Hopefully we will get to stop at the fabulous little shop and try its tasty biscuit!
Stop 4

Passing by

Learn about the ancient, last King of Cumberland
Thirlmere

Passing by

Discover the secret behind Thirlmere
Surprise View

10 min

Probably the best view in the Lake District
Ashness Bridge

10 min

Visit this photogenic spot
Derwentwater

Passing by

View this lake
Bassenthwaite Lake

Passing by

Another of the big lakes
Castlerigg Stone Circle

15 min

Visit one of the oldest stone circles in England
Ullswater

15 min

The second longest lake in England
Stop 12

Passing by

A lake with a grisly tale
Kirkstone Pass

10 min

The highest road in the Lake District

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Ambleside Library on Kelsick Road. Postcode: LA22 0BZ What3Words: ///treaty.courier.constants They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Lake Cruises ticket office, in the pull-in area. Postcode: LA23 3HQ What3Words: ///upsetting.sport.mash They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Railway Station ticket office. Postcode: LA23 1AH What3Words: ///spreading.inflame.removes They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo

End point

If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Ambleside Library on Kelsick Road. Postcode: LA22 0BZ What3Words: ///treaty.courier.constants They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Lake Cruises ticket office, in the pull-in area. Postcode: LA23 3HQ What3Words: ///upsetting.sport.mash They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
If you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Railway Station ticket office. Postcode: LA23 1AH What3Words: ///spreading.inflame.removes They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo

Using your ticket

We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!

Please ensure that you are at your chosen departure point at least 10 minutes before your pickup time. The minibus will be unable to wait for you if you are not there and you will miss your tour.

Due to local traffic conditions the bus may arrive later than expected. Please wait 10 minutes after the quoted departure time before calling.

The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather.

As there may be a small amount of walking involved in the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes.

No food or drink is included in the tour price.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather
As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes
No Children under the age of 7
Children must be accompanied by an adult
All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them
We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!

Options

Winter Ambleside Departure

Starting point:

2 Kelsick Rd, Ambleside LA22 0BP, UK
Winter Windermere Departure

Starting point:

Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
Windermere Departure 9:00am

Starting point:

Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
Winter Bowness Departure

Starting point:

Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HQ, UK
Ambleside Departure 9:19am

Starting point:

2 Kelsick Rd, Ambleside LA22 0BP, UK
Bowness Departure 9:08am

Starting point:

Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HQ, UK