Tours and Trips in Windermere

On this tour you will get to see:Wray Castle where Beatrix spent her 16th birthday and first discovered the Lake District. Near Sawrey village which Beatrix visited often, used as inspiration for her illustrations and where she happily settled and married. Hill Top, the house which Beatrix bought from the money she made from the publication of Peter Rabbit. Esthwaite Water where Beatrix fished from her boat. Hawkshead village Tarn Hows bought by Beatrix  and regarded as one of the most beautiful places in the Lake District. Coniston Water with spectacular views of the lake and Coniston Old Man Yewdale Valley where Beatrix owned farms and land including Yew Tree Farm used in the film Miss Potter.

Discover the spectacular mountain landscapes of the Lake District without having to hike on a 9.5-hour minibus tour of the national park's high mountain passes from Keswick. Absorb incredible views from the Wrynose and Hardknott Mountain Passes, ride through Eskdale Valley on the famous Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, and drink in panoramas from Wastwater, voted Britain's best view. Entry to Muncaster Castle and a ride on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway are included.

The magnificent scenery of the Lake District National Park is even more magical during the winter months, but it can be tricky to navigate the icy roads without a guide. This half-day tour visits highlights such as Windermere, Hawkshead village, Tarn Hows, and Yewdale Valley, and includes a scenic cruise across Lake Windermere.