High Adventure Mountain Passes & Muncaster Castle from Windermere
Overview
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the picturesque Langdale Valley, with a photo stop at Blea Tarn. Continue to the dramatic Wrynose Pass, where the steep, winding road reveals breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys. Next, prepare for the legendary Hardknott Pass, known as one of the steepest and most challenging roads in Britain.
Onwards you’ll travel to the deepest lake in England, Wastwater.
Arrive at the medieval Muncaster Castle, enjoy a locally sourced lunch before setting out to explore the castle at your leisure.
Stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens or test your skills in the Weapons Hall with archery, axe throwing, and crossbow.
Don’t miss the famous daily flying display at 2pm with owls, falcons, eagles and even vultures! —a highlight of any visit.
What's Included
- Lunch Enjoy a delicous lunch at the Castle
- 'Have a go' at Axe Throwing, Archery and Crossbows in the Weapons Hall at Muncaster Castle
- Enjoy the daily flying display with owls, falcons, eagles and even vultures!
- Entry to the Muncaster Castle, explore the grand state rooms, renowned Library and the Tapestry Room
- On-board commentary in English
- Transport in a small mini-coach
- Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour)
- Driver’s gratuity (Optional)
- Headphones not provided
Meeting Location
Victoria Street
Windermere LA23 1AD, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hardknott Roman Fort (pass by)
Wrynose Pass (pass by)
Muncaster Castle
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Wast Water
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be 5 years or older to travel on this tour
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking
- There are toilet stops on route
- Minimal walking is involved
- Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage is available at the Windermere Information departure location
- Seats cannot be reserved
- Each passenger must have their own seat
- Please note, the pickup location you have chosen is where you will be collected from. It is not possible to be collected from a different location once chosen. If you are not at the correct pick up location and miss the tour, we cannot offer alternative arrangements.
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- Due to the nature of our tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
- Access Code for Mountain Goat App; MP&MC26
- If you are using our app, make sure you download the app before you arrive for your tour as we do not provide Wifi and bring headphones.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Lunch. Enjoy a delicous lunch at the Castle.
- 'Have a go' at Axe Throwing, Archery and Crossbows in the Weapons Hall at Muncaster Castle.
- Enjoy the daily flying display with owls, falcons, eagles and even vultures!.
- Entry to the Muncaster Castle, explore the grand state rooms, renowned Library and the Tapestry Room.
- On-board commentary in English.
- Transport in a small mini-coach.
- Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour).
- Driver’s gratuity (Optional).
- Headphones not provided.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the High Adventure Mountain Passes & Muncaster Castle from Windermere is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for High Adventure Mountain Passes & Muncaster Castle from Windermere will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchEnjoy a delicous lunch at the Castle
- 'Have a go' at Axe Throwing, Archery and Crossbows in the Weapons Hall at Muncaster Castle
- Enjoy the daily flying display with owls, falcons, eagles and even vultures!
- Entry to the Muncaster Castle, explore the grand state rooms, renowned Library and the Tapestry Room
- On-board commentary in English
- Transport in a small mini-coach
- Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour)
- Driver’s gratuity (Optional)
- Headphones not provided
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be 5 years or older to travel on this tour
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking
- There are toilet stops on route
- Minimal walking is involved
- Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage is available at the Windermere Information departure location
- Seats cannot be reserved
- Each passenger must have their own seat
- Please note, the pickup location you have chosen is where you will be collected from. It is not possible to be collected from a different location once chosen. If you are not at the correct pick up location and miss the tour, we cannot offer alternative arrangements.
- What 3 Words - ///treatment.overlaid.hides
- Due to the nature of our tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
- Access Code for Mountain Goat App; MP&MC26
- If you are using our app, make sure you download the app before you arrive for your tour as we do not provide Wifi and bring headphones.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
