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Half-Day Windermere and Lake District Winter Tour
4h30
Half Day
About this activity
This tour introduces you to the culture and famous characters of The Lake District. Discover the landscapes and history which has created this UNESCO World Heritage Site you see today.
On leaving the Lakeland village of Windermere the tour heads to the medieval village of Hawkshead, which dates back to the 14th Century and grew to be an important wool trading market. During free time there is the opportunity to explore the village famously linked to William Wordsworth, who attended Hawkshead Grammar School, and children's author Beatrix Potter who lived nearby.
The tour heads onwards to the picturesque tarn of Tarn Hows, where you will have chance to admire the view of the tarn, with the Lakeland Fells as the dramatic backdrop.
On leaving Coniston the tour makes its way through the Yewdale Valley, you may even see a glimpse of Yew Tree Farm which was used in the film Miss Potter as Beatrix Potter's home.
On arrival back at lake Windermere, you will join a Windermere Lake Cruise from Waterhead to Bowness Bay, where you can sit back and enjoy unobstructed views from the lake towards the Langdales. As the tour draws to an end in Bowness Bay we transfer you back to your start point.
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On leaving the Lakeland village of Windermere the tour heads to the medieval village of Hawkshead, which dates back to the 14th Century and grew to be an important wool trading market. During free time there is the opportunity to explore the village famously linked to William Wordsworth, who attended Hawkshead Grammar School, and children's author Beatrix Potter who lived nearby.
The tour heads onwards to the picturesque tarn of Tarn Hows, where you will have chance to admire the view of the tarn, with the Lakeland Fells as the dramatic backdrop.
On leaving Coniston the tour makes its way through the Yewdale Valley, you may even see a glimpse of Yew Tree Farm which was used in the film Miss Potter as Beatrix Potter's home.
On arrival back at lake Windermere, you will join a Windermere Lake Cruise from Waterhead to Bowness Bay, where you can sit back and enjoy unobstructed views from the lake towards the Langdales. As the tour draws to an end in Bowness Bay we transfer you back to your start point.
Included
- Transport in a small mini-coach
- On-board commentary in English
- Windermere Lake Cruise
- Entry/Admission - Windermere Lake Cruises
Not included
- Food & drink
- Additional Entrance fees
- Drivers gratuity (Optional)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Children must be 5 years or older and have their own seat
- Bring food & drinks with you as there are limited options on route
- There are toilet stops on route
- Minimal walking is involved
- Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage is available at the Windermere Information departure location
- Seats cannot be reserved
Features
Tourism
80%
Cultural
60%
Original
40%
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This was absolutely fantastic. Me and my boyfriend went away for few days and I booked this for him as a surprise. Not only was the view incredible from the boat cruise but the tour in the mini bus was awesome. Peter, one of the tour guides was brilliant. He had a great knowledge of the area and was so easy to talk to and so approachable. Would highly recommend. Great price for what you get! 5/5
Very informative and interesting tour, the driver was very friendly and helpful and was clearly knowledgeable about the area. He particularly looked after a lady who had a visual disability. We saw some amazing sights and would thoroughly recommend it. It was my first visit to the area and it certainly gave me thirst to return!