Lake District: 3-Day Small Group Tour from Manchester
Ringway, Manchester
Take in the fresh air, beautiful views, and quintessential architecture of the Lake District on this 3-day trip from Manchester. Discover Ullswater, Aira Force Waterfall, Lake Windermere, and more.
This 3-day guided tour from Manchester explores the Lake District’s lakes, historic sites, and scenic villages, ideal for nature lovers and history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Discover Ullswater, the second largest lake in the English Lake District
- Explore Lake Windermere by walking its shores and joining a boat cruise
- Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, a prehistoric site similar to Stonehenge
- Take a forest walk to see the Aira Force Waterfall
- Enjoy the Wordsworth Daffodil Garden’s peaceful riverside setting
Description
Day 1: Depart Manchester and drive into the Lake District National Park to Ambleside. Explore the town and have lunch before stopping at Kirkstone Pass, the highest motorable pass in the Lake District, for photos. Travel along Ullswater’s shores, with a forest walk to Aira Force waterfall. End the day at Friar’s Crag viewpoint overlooking Derwentwater, then continue to Keswick for overnight accommodation and free time to explore.
Day 2: Visit the ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle, estimated to be over 5,000 years old. Drive through country lanes to Grasmere, where you can visit Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage, try local gingerbread, or relax at the Wordsworth Daffodil Garden. Lunch is in Bowness-on-Windermere followed by a boat cruise on Lake Windermere. Continue to Langdale Boulders to spot prehistoric rock art, then stop in Hawkshead village. Return to Keswick for the evening.
Day 3: Travel past Crummock Water and Buttermere towards Honister Pass. Visit old slate workings and see the Bowder Stone, a boulder weighing approximately 2,000 tonnes. Return to Keswick for lunch, then enjoy a walk by Ullswater. The tour ends with free time in Kendal’s market town before returning to Manchester.
Includes
- Boat cruise on Lake Windermere
- 2 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- Transportation in a luxury 16-seat mini coach
- Professional local driver/guide
Excludes
- Lunch, dinner and refreshments
- Entry fees unless specified
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Day 3 return to Manchester is at approximately 18:30
- Accommodation with local guesthouses and B&Bs; all rooms are en suite
- B&Bs are usually on town outskirts; expect a 20–30 minute walk to local amenities
- Please inform if you have difficulty with stairs as lifts are unavailable
- Children under 5 are not permitted; under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
- Luggage limit is 20 kg (44 lbs) per person: one carry-on size bag plus a small personal item
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 14 days in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your place. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. The best time to visit is from spring to early autumn for optimal weather and lake conditions.
