6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Grasmere and Hawkshead are certainly two of the most traditional, historical and adorable villages in the Lake District. On this tour you will visit both of these villages along with Tarn Hows and Blea Tarn, two of Lakeland's most popular and charming tarns.
Picture perfect villages, unspoilt valleys, tarns, lakes and many more hidden gems are all part of this 6 hour tour.

What's Included

Knowledgeable driver-guide.
Umbrellas provided. (Just in case)
Hand sanitizer provided.
Complimentary bottled water.
Drop off at a destination within the Lake district.
Air conditioned vehicle.
Our vehicles are thoroughly cleaned before every tour. This Includes the wiping of all surfaces.
Private tour. (You are not sharing with anyone else)
Anytime photo stops at your request.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up is from a limited radius from Windermere. We must stress that we DO NOT pick up from Kendal and Oxenholme station.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Drive through Bowness and stopping at Adelaide hill viewpoint, Gummers how and the viewpoint near Brantfell. All of which are excellent photo opportunities.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We take a brief stop at Waterhead in Ambleside situated at the head of Lake Windermere.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enjoy a short walk to Rydal Falls or take a walk to Rydal cave next Rydal water.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    William Wordsworth called Grasmere "The loveliest spot that man hath ever found." Whilst in Grasmere visit the famous "Grasmere gingerbread shop."

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The great Langdale valley is some 12,170 acres, much of it in the care of the National trust, who have 10 farms here. Elterwater and Chapelstile are two beautiful villages you will see here.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We take the spectacular drive from Great Langdale to Little Langdale to visit Blea Tarn, probably the highlight of the valley for many.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Condition Water is one of the most imposing and beautiful of the English lakes. The Lake is dominated by the "Old man of Coniston" which rises to 803 metres.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Tarn Hows is one of the top scenic destinations in the North West of England. It is a beauty spot that must not be missed.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Hawkshead is an ancient township that has flourished since Norse times, with many buildings dating from the 17th century.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Brook tours of Windermere

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