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Top 10 luxury & private things to do in Windermere

Private cars, exclusive access, the kind of small group that doesn't share the experience with strangers. Premium tours through Windermere for travellers whose calendar is the constraint, not the budget.

  1. 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A), Windermere1

    1. 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A)

    5.0· 53 reviews· 4 hours

    This tour allows you to visit two of the area's most popular tourist attractions, Aira force and Castlerigg stone circle. Both are not to be missed, and set amongst the Lake District National park's finest scenery. We will also drive over Kirkstone pass, the highest mountain pass in the Lake District, open to motor traffic with an altitude of 1,489 feet.

  2. 6 hour Private tour of the Lake District., Windermere2

    2. 6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.

    5.0· 37 reviews· 6 hours

    Grasmere and Hawkshead are certainly two of the most traditional, historical and adorable villages in the Lake District. On this tour you will visit both of these villages along with Tarn Hows and Blea Tarn, two of Lakeland's most popular and charming tarns. Picture perfect villages, unspoilt valleys, tarns, lakes and many more hidden gems are all part of this 6 hour tour.

  3. Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere, Windermere3

    3. Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere

    5.0· 34 reviews· 3 hours

    Experience the exclusivity of chartering a 10 metre Oceanis Clipper sailing yacht on England's largest natural lake, Windermere. Get involved as much or as little as you like, or relax whilst you appreciate the yacht, amazing views and fresh Cumbrian air. A very extensive and locally sourced ploughman's is served in the second half of the trip with lots of delicious homemade additions. You may dine on deck if the weather permits, with views most restaurants can only dream of. We have a well stocked and reasonably priced bar on board, complimentary tea, coffee and soft drinks. We even have a private bathroom and central heating! Having sailed on Windermere for 20 years I have plenty of stories to tell you about the Lake and thoroughly enjoy showing you how to sail on it in my fabulous yacht.

  1. Full day Private tour of the Lake District, Windermere4

    4. Full day Private tour of the Lake District

    5.0· 20 reviews· 8 hours

    A full day Private guided tour is the ultimate way to get the very most out of your time in the Lake District. You will be able to sit back, relax and not have to worry about navigating your way around unfamiliar roads, but can just focus solely on the amazing countryside and breathtaking scenery. On this tour you will see beautiful lakes, spectacular waterfalls, traditional villages, and experience the thrill of driving over dramatic high mountain passes.

  2. 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B), Windermere5

    5. 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B)

    5.0· 10 reviews· 4 hours

    4 lakes, 3 waterfalls and the two most popular villages in the Lake District make this tour appealing all year round.

  3. Private Tour: Beatrix Potter: Morning Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with an Expert, Windermere6

    6. Private Tour: Beatrix Potter: Morning Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with an Expert

    5.0· 7 reviews· 4 hours

    On this tour you get to see: • Wray Castle where Beatrix spent her 16th birthday and first discovered the Lake District where she was to later make her home. • 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.

  4. Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere, Windermere7

    7. Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere

    5.0· 7 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Experience the exclusivity of chartering a 10 metre Oceanis Clipper sailing yacht on England's largest natural lake, Windermere. Get involved as much or as little as you like, or relax whilst you appreciate the yacht, amazing views and fresh Cumbrian air. We have a well stocked bar available at very reasonable prices. We even have a private bathroom and central heating! Having sailed on Windermere for 20 years I have plenty of stories to tell you about the Lake and thoroughly enjoy showing you how to sail on it, in my fabulous yacht.

  5. "All Creatures Great and Small" Private Tour from the Lake District, Windermere8

    8. "All Creatures Great and Small" Private Tour from the Lake District

    5.0· 5 reviews· 9 hours

    Step into the 1930s world of the hit Channel 5 / Masterpiece PBS show "All Creatures Great & Small". On this tour you will spend a remarkable day visiting film locations you will instantly recognise from the show as you pass through the astonishingly beautiful Yorkshire Dales countryside. Follow in the footsteps of James, Siegfried, Tristan, Helen and Mrs Hall as you stroll through Darrowby village, past the Vet's Surgery and the Greengrocers to the Drover's Arms. Wave to Mrs Pomphrey and Tricki Woo as you pass by their mansion. You pass over the narrow bridge where James always encounters another vehicle, on your way to Helen's family farm set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales scenery, dotted with sheep and friendly cattle. You will visit these and other locations in a comfy, air-conditioned minivan accompanied by an experienced driver and an expert guide. This tour is exclusive to your group and we can collect you from your hotel in the Windermere area, so it is your day!

  6. Stunning Lake District 8 Hour Tour!, Windermere9

    9. Stunning Lake District 8 Hour Tour!

    5.0· 4 reviews· 8 hours

    This is a full day, eight hour tour covering beautiful lakes, gorgeous views & stunning waterfalls! You will travel in comfort & style in one of our luxury air conditioned vehicles to see all the beauty this wonderful area has to offer. Stop off to experience the lovely village of Grasmere and the calming effect of Elterwater. Breath in the fresh air at the top of Honister Pass and the views driving down into Buttermere. And the beauty of Aira Force & The Lodore Waterfalls. Experience all this and a lot more on the stunning day tour of the Lakes.  Thank You! Simon

  7. Private Tour: Beatrix Potter Afternoon Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with Expert, Windermere10

    10. Private Tour: Beatrix Potter Afternoon Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with Expert

    5.0· 3 reviews· 4 hours

    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.

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