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Private Ullswater Sightseeing Tour (Full Day 7 Hours)

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
Destination: United Kingdom, England, Windermere
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Windermere
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

On the day you will be greeted by a professional and friendly driver in a spacious VOLVO vehicle. With the hope of weather being in your favour you are in for an amazing day, regardless.

Truth be told we owe the Lake District to the rain, and it's still beautiful on rainy days. With this in mind you and your group are in for a treat and breath-taking views all day long.

Light refreshments such as refrigerated still and sparkling water will be supplied on board the vehicle. Rest assured there will be plenty of opportunities throughout the day to get a bite to eat, and on this tour there is an hour stop planned at Pooley Bridge for a local lunch, shopping, and independent exploration.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Kirkstone Pass, Ambleside England

This mountain pass offers an inspiring drive with breath-taking views.

You will have 10 minutes to take in the views of lake Windermere from elevated hight of 1,489 feet with plenty of photo opportunities at this location.

Location:
Independent 90%
Assisted 10%
Walking difficulty: Very easy

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Brothers Water, Penrith CA11 0NZ, UK

Brothers Water is a small lake in the Hartsop valley in the eastern region of the Lake District in England. Once called Broad Water, it lies at the northern end of Kirkstone Pass, affording views on the descent towards Patterdale.

Pass By: Patterdale, Patterdale, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Patterdale is a small village and civil parish in the eastern part of the English Lake District in the Eden District of Cumbria. It is located in the traditional county of Westmorland, and the long valley in which they are found, also called the Ullswater Valley.

Stop At: Ullswater Lake, England

We will arrive at Ullswater Steamers for scenic boat ride from Glenridding Pier to Pooley Bridge Pier covering the entire length of Ullswater passing the lakes islands and uncovering breath taking views. Suitable in all weather conditions and seasons. 
Location:
Independent time 100%
Assisted time 0%
Walking difficulty: Very easy

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pooley Bridge, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Eden District, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Pooley Bridge is a village in the Eden District of the northwestern English county of Cumbria, within the traditional borders of Westmorland. The village takes its name from a bridge over the River Eamont at the northern end of Ullswater. You will be welcomed off the boat at Pooley Bridge Pier and depending on weather conditions you will be lead a short walk into Pooley Bridge village for lunch and retail opportunities.

Location:
Independent 80%
Assisted 20%
Walking difficulty: Easy

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Aira Force Waterfall, Penrith CA11 0JS England

Aira Force is the most spectacular waterfall in the lake District where a 60 minute independent exploration of nature and scenery will take place with several paths to choose from. This suites both novice and experienced explorers alike. Fantastic for kids to enjoy nature.

Location:
Independent 80%
Assisted 20%
Walking difficulty: Medium (some uneven paths and steps)

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Castlerigg Stone Circle, Castle Lane Underskiddaw, Keswick CA12 4RN England

Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric and dramatically sited of all British stone circles, with panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop.
It is also among the earliest British circles, raised in about 3000 BC during the Neolithic period.

Location:
Independent 80%
Assisted 20%
Walking difficulty: Easy (gradual uneven incline)

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Thirlmere, Keswick England

Thirlmere is a reservoir in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria and the English Lake District. The Helvellyn ridge lies to the east of Thirlmere. To the west of Thirlmere are a number of fells; for instance, Armboth Fell and Raven Crag both of which give views of the lake and of Helvellyn beyond.

Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England

We will make a stop at this is a beautiful location with peaceful lakeside walks and a historic 13th century church. Grasmere has some interesting shops as well, including the famous Grasmere Gingerbread shop. You will have plenty of photo light refreshments, and retail opportunities.

Location:
Independent 80%
Assisted 20%
Time allocated: 60 Minutes
Walking difficulty: Very Easy

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Ullswater Lake
  • Entry/Admission - Aira Force Waterfall

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Total durations includes 3 hours transport time
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

1: Windermere Railway Station, Station Precinct, Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
2: Bowness Pier - Windermere Lake Cruises, Winander house, Glebe Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HE, UK


Departure Time

09:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours 30 minutes


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