Ten Lakes Spectacular Tour of the Lake District from Keswick
Overview
The English Lake District is one of the most recent additions to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Admire the rolling countryside and craggy fells whilst listening to your guide about the Lake District's history, geology and the people that have shaped this much-loved region.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as the Borrowdale Valley, Buttermere, Honister pass, Ullswater, and Grasmere. There are many stops on route; a highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its panoramic views. Our friendly driver/guide will provide an on-board commentary on this full day spectacular tour of lakes and mountains.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as the Borrowdale Valley, Buttermere, Honister pass, Ullswater, and Grasmere. There are many stops on route; a highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle with its panoramic views. Our friendly driver/guide will provide an on-board commentary on this full day spectacular tour of lakes and mountains.
Inclusions
- Transport in a small mini-coach
- On-board commentary in English
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
Meet your driver guide to start your tour
Stop At: Surprise View, Borrowdale, Keswick England
Enjoy the stunning views of Derwent Water from the world famous Surprise View.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Keswick CA12 5XN England
Admire the stunning views as you stop for a short break at the top of Honister Pass, home to the Honister Slate Mine.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Buttermere, Buttermere, Cockermouth, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive past one of the Lake District's most beautiful places, Buttermere.
Stop At: Moss Force Waterfall, Buttermere, Cockermouth CA12 5TS England
Admire the views of the Newlands Pass and visit the stunning Moss Force waterfalls.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castlerigg, Castlerigg, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Visit this stone circle, thought to be 4, 000 years old, where you will see fantastic views of the Lake District.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Thirlmere, Thirlmere, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive passed this man made reservoir north of Grasmere, under the shadow of Helvellyn.
Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop in this famous village, known for its Grasmere Gingerbread and its links to William Wordsworth.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Kirkstone Pass, Ambleside England
Stop to see some of the best views in the Lake District at the top of Kirkstone Pass.
Please note: *Due to Kirkstone Pass road closures, the tour will not visit here on the following dates:
6th March 2023 - 3rd April 2023
5th June 2023 - 3rd July 2023
11th September 2023 for 2+ weeks
1st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024
These tours will still be running as usual but with a temporary diversion route; the duration of your experience will remain the same with another spectacular scenery visit added elsewhere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ullswater, Ullswater, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop at the side of this stunning lake, well known for its stunning scenery.
Please note: *Due to Kirkstone Pass road closures, the tour will not visit Ullswater or Brotherswater on the following dates:
6th March 2023 - 3rd April 2023
5th June 2023 - 3rd July 2023
11th September 2023 for 2+ weeks
1st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024
These tours will still be running as usual but with a temporary diversion route; the duration of your experience will remain the same with another spectacular scenery visit added elsewhere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
Finish your tour back in Keswick.
Stop At: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
N.B. Between Monday 19 September 2022 and Friday 18th November 2022 there are road closures on the A592 (Ullswater) this means between Mondays to Fridays during the dates above the tour will visit 8 lakes, missing out Ullswater and Brotherwaters. Diversions are via the A591. Our Driver Guides will use their experience showing the best of the Lakes. We apologise for this change, but it is completely out of our hands. For more information please visit our blog page, click here.
Duration: 5 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
Meet your driver guide to start your tour
Stop At: Surprise View, Borrowdale, Keswick England
Enjoy the stunning views of Derwent Water from the world famous Surprise View.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Keswick CA12 5XN England
Admire the stunning views as you stop for a short break at the top of Honister Pass, home to the Honister Slate Mine.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Buttermere, Buttermere, Cockermouth, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive past one of the Lake District's most beautiful places, Buttermere.
Stop At: Moss Force Waterfall, Buttermere, Cockermouth CA12 5TS England
Admire the views of the Newlands Pass and visit the stunning Moss Force waterfalls.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castlerigg, Castlerigg, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Visit this stone circle, thought to be 4, 000 years old, where you will see fantastic views of the Lake District.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Thirlmere, Thirlmere, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Drive passed this man made reservoir north of Grasmere, under the shadow of Helvellyn.
Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop in this famous village, known for its Grasmere Gingerbread and its links to William Wordsworth.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Kirkstone Pass, Ambleside England
Stop to see some of the best views in the Lake District at the top of Kirkstone Pass.
Please note: *Due to Kirkstone Pass road closures, the tour will not visit here on the following dates:
6th March 2023 - 3rd April 2023
5th June 2023 - 3rd July 2023
11th September 2023 for 2+ weeks
1st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024
These tours will still be running as usual but with a temporary diversion route; the duration of your experience will remain the same with another spectacular scenery visit added elsewhere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ullswater, Ullswater, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Stop at the side of this stunning lake, well known for its stunning scenery.
Please note: *Due to Kirkstone Pass road closures, the tour will not visit Ullswater or Brotherswater on the following dates:
6th March 2023 - 3rd April 2023
5th June 2023 - 3rd July 2023
11th September 2023 for 2+ weeks
1st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024
These tours will still be running as usual but with a temporary diversion route; the duration of your experience will remain the same with another spectacular scenery visit added elsewhere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
Finish your tour back in Keswick.
Stop At: Central Car Park, Keswick CA12 5DF, UK
N.B. Between Monday 19 September 2022 and Friday 18th November 2022 there are road closures on the A592 (Ullswater) this means between Mondays to Fridays during the dates above the tour will visit 8 lakes, missing out Ullswater and Brotherwaters. Diversions are via the A591. Our Driver Guides will use their experience showing the best of the Lakes. We apologise for this change, but it is completely out of our hands. For more information please visit our blog page, click here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be over the age of 5 to travel on this tour
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- There will be a designated lunch stop where you’ll be able to purchase lunch
- Near public transportation
- 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
- Each passenger must have their own seat
- Most travelers can participate
- Please note, the pickup location you have chosen is where you will be collected from. It is not possible to be collected from a different location once chosen. If you are not at the correct pick up location and miss the tour, we cannot offer alternative arrangements.
- Westmorland and Furness Council are working towards upgrading and improving the safety of the A592 (Kirkstone Pass) which connects Windermere to Brotherswater and Ullswater. Unfortunately this does mean the road is closed for specific periods throughout the year, including 5th June 2023 – 3rd July 2023, 2nd October – 16th October and 1st March 2024 – 22nd March 2024. We are sorry for the inconvenience, please note our tours will still be running as usual but with a temporarily diverted route during this period.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
greyham6
August 2019
This was a fantastic tour and a great way to see a lot of the Lake District in one day. Despite a dreary wet day, our tour guide, Peter A was fantastic and made the most of it!
This was a fantastic tour and a great way to see a lot of the Lake District in one day. Despite a dreary wet day, our tour guide, Peter A was fantastic and made the most of it!hobbitjn
August 2019
We both had the most spectacular day out. Mike was an incredibly knowledgeable man, with a great sense of humour (the jury is still out on that one). ;-) The tour had plenty of opportunity to stop and stretch legs, and have lunch. The surprise View, and stories of old times were our highlights. W...
We both had the most spectacular day out. Mike was an incredibly knowledgeable man, with a great sense of humour (the jury is still out on that one). ;-) The tour had plenty of opportunity to stop and stretch legs, and have lunch. The surprise View, and stories of old times were our highlights. Would strongly recommend to individuals or couples or groups.Minceandcheesepies
June 2019
The tour was incredible from start to finish and friendliness and care from the staff was so rewarding. Before the tour had started, the lovely Jill at Windermere information centre had sorted us out with our driver Ian, as the booking company we used had wrongly advised the lovely people at Moun...
The tour was incredible from start to finish and friendliness and care from the staff was so rewarding. Before the tour had started, the lovely Jill at Windermere information centre had sorted us out with our driver Ian, as the booking company we used had wrongly advised the lovely people at Mountain Goat tours that we’d need a hotel pickup without telling us first. Despite this mixup Jill still worked quickly to make sure we get on and have this amazing tour. Next meeting Ian was great because he had driven back from further away to pick us up and continue with the tour. His commentary was immense and memorable, I’ll have so many stories to tell when I’m home of Cumbria and its heartwarming people and culture. Thank you for the spectacular day!azzure
June 2019
What a great day, with a great guide. Carol was knowledgable and funny. The weather was perfect in the morning, clouded over in the late afternoon, but the views and "photo opps" were terrific. Thanks for a lovely day, capped off by an Ullswater cruise.
What a great day, with a great guide. Carol was knowledgable and funny. The weather was perfect in the morning, clouded over in the late afternoon, but the views and "photo opps" were terrific. Thanks for a lovely day, capped off by an Ullswater cruise.gorby123
May 2019
We did the ten lakes tour with Mountain Goat from Keswick on a Sunday early in the season. We booked on Trip Advisor, and had no problem with the e tickets, and we're picked up promptly from the central car park. There were just three of us on the trip, so plenty of space on the minibus. The tri...
We did the ten lakes tour with Mountain Goat from Keswick on a Sunday early in the season. We booked on Trip Advisor, and had no problem with the e tickets, and we're picked up promptly from the central car park. There were just three of us on the trip, so plenty of space on the minibus. The trip comprises two loops, which can be taken separately if preferred, so we did the morning section and returned to Keswick to start the afternoon tour. Lunch was taken in Grasmere, where we had ample time for a pub meal. There were plenty of other stops for photo opportunities, or coffee / bathroom stops. Included was a short boat trip on Windermere from Ambleside to Bowness. Other highlights included Suprise View, and Castlerigg stone circle. Our driver was very friendly and full of useful information. We would use Mountain Goat again, and found them a very professional organization.gflorijn
April 2019
We took the Ten Lakes tour for Easter Monday 2019 and were the only passengers. Our driver/guide (Derek) was very good, so we thoroughly enjoyed the day. We visited all the highlights but also saw some new points of interest. Derek pointed out all kinds of interesting details which made this a b...
We took the Ten Lakes tour for Easter Monday 2019 and were the only passengers. Our driver/guide (Derek) was very good, so we thoroughly enjoyed the day. We visited all the highlights but also saw some new points of interest. Derek pointed out all kinds of interesting details which made this a beautiful day and a trip to remember.