8 Lakes in a Morning

Overview

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.

Itinerary

1. Rydal Water

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

   · Non-stop passage

2. Grasmere

   Next is another of the smaller lakes, Grasmere

   · Non-stop passage

3. The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop

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

   · 10 min

4. Learn about the ancient, last King of Cumberland

   · Non-stop passage

5. Thirlmere

   Discover the secret behind Thirlmere

   · Non-stop passage

6. Surprise View

   Probably the best view in the Lake District

   · 10 min

7. Ashness Bridge

   Visit this photogenic spot

   · 10 min

8. Derwentwater

   View this lake

   · Non-stop passage

9. Bassenthwaite Lake

   Another of the big lakes

   · Non-stop passage

10. Castlerigg Stone Circle

    Visit one of the oldest stone circles in England

    · 15 min

11. Ullswater

    The second longest lake in England

    · 15 min

12. A lake with a grisly tale

    · Non-stop passage

13. The highest road in the Lake District

    · 10 min

How to use 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.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• 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!

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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