Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere
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About This Tour in Windermere
Why Visit Windermere?
Windermere, England offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Windermere provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Windermere
You can reach Windermere, England by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- On board commentary in English
- Private use of a Mercedes 16 seater tour vehicle
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
What's Not Included
- Food & drink
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Driver gratitudes (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private use of a 16 Seater Mercedes tour vehicle
- Lunch at Vindolanda. You have the opportunity to purchase food & refreshments during the tour.
- We suggest you wear comfortable and sensible footwear, we also recommend bringing a light raincoat.
- We are happy to accept assistance dogs only on this tour. Please contact us to advise us in advance.
- Microphones used on board
- Infants and children are welcome on our private tours. Please let us know at the time of booking if you require an infant seat or booster seat. All children must have their own seat, you will not be able to travel if children and infants do not have their own seat.
- Please note, attractions are not included. Please contact us to let us know how many travelers will be joining the tour. Payment will be required on the day of travel to the attraction site directly
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Visit the church built within the priory ruins and Burne Jones windowsWhat 3 Words - ///treatment.overlaid.hides If arriving by car the best place to park is Broad Street Car Park, LA23 2AB. From here allow at least 15 minutes to walk to the Windermere Information Centre (0.2 miles).
End Point
VindolandaWhat 3 Words - ///treatment.overlaid.hides If arriving by car the best place to park is Broad Street Car Park, LA23 2AB. From here allow at least 15 minutes to walk to the Windermere Information Centre (0.2 miles).
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Visit the church built within the priory ruins and Burne Jones windows 20 minutes
Visit the church built within the priory ruins and Burne Jones windows. The Augustinian priory of Lanercost stands nearby to Hadrian’s Wall and was much involved in the Anglo-Scottish wars.
You will follow the wall passing ‘Mile Castles’ and ‘Towers’
You will follow the wall passing ‘Mile Castles’ and ‘Towers’. Hadrian’s Wall is almost 80 miles long and was the northern boundary of the mighty Roman Empire for around 3 Centuries.
The next stop will by the Roman Army... 1 hour
The next stop will by the Roman Army Museum, where there is time for lunch and a café inside (please note lunch is not included). The Roman Army Museum lies on the site of Carvoran Roman Fort adjacent to sections of Hadrian’s Wall. The museum’s artefacts, videos and reconstructions, it also has a award winning 3D film illustrates the military and civil engineering accomplishments of the Roman’s in Britain.
Vindolanda is an amazing working archaeological dig site... 1 hour
Vindolanda is an amazing working archaeological dig site to the south of Hadrian’s Wall. There were 9 forts built on the site over the 400 years of Roman occupancy. Each day during the summer, treasures are uncovered by the volunteer excavators.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
