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Ghyll Scrambling Water Adventure in the Lake District
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Immerse yourself in the wild scenery of the Lake District—and try out an outdoor activity that’s unique to the area—on this adventurous tour. Ghyll scrambling involves donning a wetsuit, helmet, and other equipment, and climbing, sliding down, and hopping from pool to pool in the Lake District’s ghylls, or mountain streams. For this small-group activity, choose from morning or afternoon departure times—and prepare to get wet.
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$77.46
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$77.46
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Ultimate Full-Day Lake District Tour: 10 Lakes, Amazing Scenery & Lake Cruise
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See the Lake District in one day without missing a thing! Visit 10 of the National Park’s famous lakes and learn about their geological past and historic importance in culture, art and literature. Enjoy scenic drives through valleys and dales, spot waterfalls and explore ancient landmarks, like the stone circle at Askrigg. Take memorable photos at specially-chosen look-out points and hear tales about the local folklore of the fells and villages you pass by.
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$161.17
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$161.17

Gorge Walking
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This is a great pick for thrill-seekers and nature lovers—explore Cumbria’s picturesque gorges in a safe and stress-free with this guided activity on a tried-and-tested route. After changing into the provided wetsuit and safety gear, start your gorge adventure. Along the way, climb up waterfalls, jump into bottomless pools, and have a chance to explore river caves too.
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$64.93
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$64.93

Rock Climbing in Keswick
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The Lake District is known for its spectacular scenery and dramatic cliffs—but as a visitor, it can be tricky to know the safest places to go rock climbing. Avoid the research time, and go on a rock climbing adventure with a qualified instructor instead. All equipment and climbing shoes are provided, as well as plenty of top tips on fundamental climbing techniques. Learn how to attach yourself to the climbing rope, how to belay, and possibly abseil too.
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$77.46
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$77.46
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Climb in the Mine
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Descend into a mine and see a different side of Cumbria during this exhilarating climbing experience. No need to worry about buying specialist equipment—helmets, lights, a harness, and Via Ferrata safety gear is provided. Along the way, pass by old mining tunnels, climb walls, scale bridges, and see impressive chambers on this underground adventure.
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$94.96
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$94.96
Price varies by group size

Mountain Goat Full Day Tour: Ten Lakes Tour of the Lake District
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Experience some of the highlights of the Lake District National Park on this full-day Ten Lakes Spectacular small-group tour from Windermere. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with an expert guide, explore the beauty spots and villages of central Lakeland as you learn about its history. Ascend high mountain passes, visit a waterfall and see ten of the most beautiful lakes, including Buttermere and Thirlmere. Discover Borrowdale and quaint villages such as Grasmere; visit Castlerigg Stone Circle; and enjoy free time for lunch in the market town of Keswick.
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$74.34
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$74.34

Beatrix Potter's Half Day Lake District Tour Including Lake Cruise
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Visit the Beatrix Potter house and some of the Lake District’s prettiest locations on an afternoon tour from Windermere. After a scenic Lake Windermere cruise, travel through idyllic countryside to Hill Top, the Beatrix Potter home where the beloved children’s author lived during the early 1900s. See the garden and rooms left as she would have known them and learn about her life here. Finish with a visit to the quaint village of Hawkshead, where poet William Wordsworth attended school; and Tarn Hows, one of Lakeland’s most gorgeous spots. Please note Hill Top is an additional £11.80 per adult and £5.90 per child. This must be booked with Mountain Goat at least 24 hours before the tour departs
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$61.22
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$61.22

Beatrix Potter: Morning Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with an Expert Guide
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On this tour you get to see:
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$98.70
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$98.70

The High Adventure: Full Day Mountain Goat High Mountain Passes Tour
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Witness the grandeur of the Lake District’s central mountains and western fells on this full-day small-group High Mountain Passes tour from Lake Windermere. Travelling in a Mercedes Sprinter minivan, follow a route first traced by the Romans over the Wrynose and Hardknott Passes, two of Britain’s steepest. Ascend the breathtaking Lakeland fells without having to go hiking and visit Roman Hardknott Fort. After a lunch break, admire spectacular views of Wastwater before returning to Windermere via Coniston Water.
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$74.34
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$74.34

6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.
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This is a great pick for first-time visitors to the Lake District. Save hours researching and planning your own itinerary, and enjoy the luxury of a private tour where the full schedule is planned out for you. Visit quaint villages, nature spots, and rural locations such as Grasmere, Hawkshead, Tarn Hows, and Blea Tarn with a chance to stop off for photos whenever you like.
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$412.31
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$412.31
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8 Lakes and Magnificent Scenery - Afternoon Half Day Tour
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Enjoy a seamless introduction to the Lake District and discover its scenic highlights on this half-day driving tour. Over the course of your tour, see numerous lakes (including Lake Windermere—the largest in the area); visit the Neolithic Castlerigg Stone Circle; discover the photogenic Ashness Bridge; chart the Kirkstone Pass; and much more. As you go, learn all about the region and its history from your guide’s commentary.
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$81.21
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$81.21

Canoe the View
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This canoeing adventure is a great way to learn new skills, get fit, and see Cumbria’s scenery from a new vantage point. Set off in a canoe with a private instructor to teach you basic paddling techniques as well as fun facts about local wildlife, plants, and geology. During the tour, discover quiet bays, pretty islands, and secret spots that locals loves.
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$62.47
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$62.47

Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere
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This private sailing experience is an intimate alternative to busy and crowded group boat tours. Enjoy the luxury of having a skippered yacht for just your group. Sail along Lake Windermere and choose to get involved and learn how to drive the boat, or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the spectacular scenery along the way.
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$186.16
per group
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$186.16
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3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick
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As well as being an adrenaline filled trip up the side of the Fleetwith Pike, we pass through some of the old mine workings, and can really feel the history of mining in this harsh environment.
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$103.70
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$103.70

Private Tour: Ultimate Full Day Scenic Tour visiting 10 Lakes
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This is a perfect pick for nature lovers. Save time organizing car hire and instead, enjoy a full-day private tour that takes you to 10 lakes in a day. No need to worry about navigating— a private driver takes care of that, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful views. Highlights include Lake Windermere, the Kirkstone Pass, Ullswater Lake, the Castlerigg Stone Circle, Buttermere Lake, and Lake Grasmere.
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$593.47
per group
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$593.47
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Private Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular
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Our Private Ten Lakes Spectacular Tour is the perfect opportunity for small groups of friends or family to enjoy their very own Private Tour. Our luxury, spacious 6 Seater minibus will allow you to travel the central Lake District in style.
The Lake District is renowned for being the most beautiful corner of England. This full-day tour introduces you to ; a magnificent scenery of mountains, valleys, and lakes from the south to the north. The tour includes a lake cruise, a visit to the 4,000-year-old Castlerigg Stone Circle, set high on the fells, and time in Keswick for lunch.
On this Lake District tour you will also travel over mountain passes, through beautiful valleys, see waterfalls, and traditional Lakeland villages.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as Borrowdale Valley, Newlands Valley, Thirlmere, and Grasmere. A highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle, one of the most famous and most visited stone circles in the country.
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$555.99
per group
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$555.99
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Coniston and The Langdale Valley - Morning Half Day Tour
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Spend a half day exploring the scenic surroundings of the Lake District while a guide provides commentary throughout the tour. Visit highlights such as Tarn Hows, Coniston Water, and Coniston village; then head over to Great Langdale and Little Langdale to admire these valleys. You’ll get a more informed glimpse with a sightseeing tour than going solo, and relax with the ease of transport between destinations.
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$81.21
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$81.21

Kayak on Derwent Water
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See the best of the lakes on this ever-changing kayak tour on and around scenic Derwentwater. Don your lifejacket (and wetsuit, if required), then paddle out onto Derwentwater, known as the Jewel of the Lake District, with a guide and no more than four other travelers. No session is the same: you might paddle up a river, visit nesting birds, or power across the lake to leap off a jetty.
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$77.46
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$77.46
Price varies by group size

Paddle Boarding on Derwent Water
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A relaxing way to explore the most beautiful Lake in the English Lake District, learning some new skills along the way. With a local guide by your side, you will quickly master the paddle board, take part in some challenges and learn some local facts along the way!
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$77.46
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$77.46
Price varies by group size

Canoe on Derwent Water
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Taken at the pace of the group, this is a unique way to see the best of the lakes. We might head up a gentle river, paddle through nesting birds, or go and jump off a jetty... no two sessions are the same!
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$77.46
Price varies by group size
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$77.46
Price varies by group size

Private Tour - Yorkshire Dales Tour
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Our Private Yorkshire Dales Tour is the perfect opportunity for small groups of friends or family to enjoy their very own Private Tour. Our luxury, spacious 6 seater minibuses will allow you to travel the Yorkshire Dales in style.
Explore the best of the Yorkshire Dales. We drive to the quaint village of Sedbergh and head up to see the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway and the spectacular viaduct.
We venture down into Wensleydale and Hardraw before descending into Swaledale through the valley to the small market town of Reeth for lunch.
Our next stop is Bolton Castle in which Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned, before our journey up the valley to the spectacular Aysgarth Waterfalls, which is famous for an appearance in the film Robin Hood Prince of thieves.
From here we make our way to Hawes for a stop before continuing into the lovely village of Dent, famous for the Dent knitters and brewery. We complete our journey back to Windermere via Kirkby Lonsdale.
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$531.00
per group
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$531.00
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Canoe River Trip
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As well as being a test of skill and concentration as you learn to master the canoes, we will also see some of the Lake Districts stunning scenery and wildlife. You can also hear some of the strange tales that have happened over the years in these quiet fells!
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$131.19
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$131.19
Price varies by group size

Lake District Hidden Gems (Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt)
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Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt Travel Experience
- Over 100 destinations & challenges to explore
- Kid friendly & great for avoiding crowds
- Flexible anytime start
- 100% free cancellation up to 24hrs before
- Just 1 Ticket for your whole group!! (with our great value device sharing ticket)
The smartphone travel tool that helps you discover the great outdoors & connect with the world around you. Utilising seamless GPS technology, it takes you off-the-beaten-track to discover hidden gems & incredible places you may never find alone. As you travel you earn points by visiting destinations, solving clues & completing challenges. The Travel League lets you compete with fellow explorers. Each season win amazing prizes & become the UK’s Greatest Explorer!
Whether exploring by car, on foot around town, or hiking across the countryside, our GPS technology guides you every step of the way. Take the stress out of planning trips with this perfect blend of challenge, fun & learning
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$31.24
per group
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$31.24
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11 Lakes Winter Special
This tour goes to places where regular service buses cannot reach. We allow plenty of time to take photos and to take in the areas of interest and impressive landscape. Lunch is taken in the beautiful village of Grasmere where you can buy yourself some of the world famous delicious Grasmere Gingerbread; the only place in the world where it is made and sold.
See also Hill Top, home of children's writer Beatrix Potter and revered English poet William Wordsworth Grammar school at Hawkshead and his home Dove Cottage, and family graves at Grasmere.
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$41.02
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