Lake District From Manchester (Hotel) - 3 days

Lake District From Manchester (Hotel) - 3 days

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Lake District From Manchester (Hotel) - 3 days

3 Days Starting and ending in Manchester, England

Visiting: Manchester, Grasmere

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-

Tour operated in:

English
From: $995 $647 Operator discount: -$348 -35%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 3-day journey through the enchanting Lake District, starting from Manchester. Travel comfortably in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning, and enjoy two nights at the charming 3-star Inn on the Square in Keswick. Discover the majestic Aira Force Waterfall, the ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle, and the picturesque town of Ambleside. Cruise on Lake Windermere, explore the serene village of Grasmere, and marvel at the gigantic Bowder Stone. With stops at Friar's Crag, Honister Mountain Pass, and the market town of Kendal, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and cultural experiences.

Highlights

  • Aira Force Waterfall - Discover these flowing waterfalls deep in the forests of the Lake District

  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - See this 5,000-year-old stone circle, believed to have been the site for many ancient rituals and ceremonies

  • Lake Windermere - Enjoy a 45-minute cruise on England's largest lake, soaking up the scenery of the Lake District

  • Grasmere - Enjoy free time to explore "the loveliest spot that man hath found", according to William Wordsworth

  • Bowder Crag - See the gigantic Bowder Stone, which tumbled to this spot from the cliffs above around 10,000 years ago

  • Ambleside - Visit this picturesque town in the Lake District National Park

  • Friar's Crag - Offering amazing views over the lake of Derwentwater

  • Honister Mountain Pass - Explore this scenic pass and visit an old slate working

Itinerary

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Day 1: Manchester

Location: Manchester

Accommodation Name: Inn on the Square or similar

Manchester - Ambleside - Ullswater - Keswick. From Manchester, we head north into the Lake District National Park, stopping first in the picturesque town of Ambleside. We then head to the highest pass in the Lake District, Kirkstone, for some photos, before tracing the shores of Ullswater. Here, we can take a forest walk to witness the majestic Aira Force waterfall, and admire the beauty of England's most stunning lake. Our final stop is Friar's Crag, offering amazing views over the lake of Derwentwater.





Our journey concludes in Keswick, a lively market town where we're free to explore its charming streets and settle into our accommodation.





Accommodation: Inn on the Square or similar.





Please note: Check-in closes at 09:45 (tour departs at 10:00) - Coach Parking Bays, Manchester Piccadilly, Store Street (Broad Street intersection), Manchester, M1 2WD

Day 2: Grasmere

Location: Grasmere

Accommodation Name: Inn on the Square or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Keswick - Castlerigg - Grasmere - Lake Windermere - Hawkshead - Keswick. On today's excursion, our first stop is the mysterious Castlerigg standing stones, believed to be over 5,000 years old and steeped in ancient pagan history. Following our exploration, we travel north to Grasmere, described by Wordsworth as "the loveliest spot that man hath found". Enjoy free time to visit Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage, sample the famous gingerbread, or relax in the Wordsworth Daffodil Garden.





Next we visit Bowness-on -Windermere, a town sitting on the shore of Lake Windermere. There's free time and an included boat cruise on the lake.





We continue exploring other sights in the area, including the Langdale Boulders and the village of Hawkshead, before returning to Keswick.





Accommodation: Inn on the Square or similar.

Day 3: Manchester

Location: Manchester

Meals Included: Breakfast

Keswick - Buttermere - Bowder Crag - Keswick - Ullswater - Kendal - Manchester. We head out to explore some more of the Cumbrian countryside, passing Crummock Water and Buttermere, then heading up into the Honister Mountain Pass. We stop at an old slate working and at the enormous Bowder Stone, which fell 200 metres from the Bowder Crag to its current resting place about 10,000 years ago! It's thought to weigh 2,000 tonnes, so lets hope nobody was stood underneath it when it fell!





We return to Keswick for a final time so you can grab some lunch before we enjoy a walk along the shore of Ullswater. Then it's time to head back to Manchester, with a final stop in the market town of Kendal on our way back.





Please note: This tour ends at 18:30 - Manchester Piccadilly(Store Street) Drop Off, Manchester Piccadilly Station, Store Street, Manchester, M1 2WD.

What's Included

  • 2 breakfasts

  • 2 nights 3-star hotels

  • Escorted by a local driver-guide

  • Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning

  • Islands Cruise on Lake Windermere - 45 minutes

  • All road tolls

  • 14kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details

  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Airport transfers (pick up and drop off information can be found in the Trip Notes)

  • Meals not specified in itinerary

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!

  • Entry fees unless specified

Mode of Transport

Travel comfortably in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning, ensuring a smooth and scenic journey through the Lake District.

Accommodation

Enjoy two nights at the 3-star Inn on the Square or similar, located in the charming town of Keswick.

Age Policy

Min:5yrs with an adultChild discount available for 5-15 yrs sharing with 2 adults

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning, ensuring a smooth and scenic journey through the Lake District.

  • What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes two nights at the 3-star Inn on the Square or similar, located in the charming town of Keswick.

  • Is there a luggage limit for this tour?

    Yes, there is a luggage limit of 14kg. Please see the Trip Notes for more details.

  • What activities are included during the visit to Lake Windermere?

    During the visit to Lake Windermere, an included 45-minute boat cruise on the lake is provided.

  • What is the age policy for this tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 5 years with an adult. A child discount is available for children aged 5-15 years sharing with 2 adults.

  • What are some of the key highlights of the tour?

    Key highlights of the tour include visiting Aira Force Waterfall, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Lake Windermere, Grasmere, Bowder Crag, Ambleside, Friar's Crag, and Honister Mountain Pass.

  • What time does the tour start and end in Manchester?

    The tour starts at 10:00 AM from Coach Parking Bays, Manchester Piccadilly, Store Street (Broad Street intersection), Manchester, M1 2WD. It ends at 6:30 PM at Manchester Piccadilly Station, Store Street, Manchester, M1 2WD.

  • Will there be a local guide during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by a local driver-guide.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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30-Nov-2023

Traveled through Egypt with On the Go Tours, professional service, very informative and helpful tour guides. The choice of hotels was excellent... Definitely recommend this company

Gavin Harrigan  

King Tutankhamun 10 day tour of Egypt

16-Sep-2021

I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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  • Low Deposit

    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.