Chatsworth and Peak District Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the grand Chatsworth House
- Stroll through the charming Buxton town
- Hike in the scenic Peak District
- Discover historic spa town attractions
- Enjoy picturesque English countryside views
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Chatsworth House
- Visit to Buxton, a historic spa town
- Exploration of the Peak District National Park
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Leaving the vibrant city of Manchester, as you will travel into one of Britain's most famously beautiful regions.
Our first stop is in the lovely spa town of Buxton. Walking among the ornamental gardens and world-famous Georgian and Victorian architecture, you'll come away from this vibrant town refreshed and inspired... and ready for more. We'll make some other stops along the way but we leave that up to your driver-guide who will take into account the weather and interests of the group.
And in the early afternoon we reach the impressive Chatsworth House. You'll have several hours here to explore. What you do and see is up to you. Maybe you'll take in the beauty of the estate's gardens? Maybe you simply can't miss the collection of masterpieces inside, artworks from Rembrandt, Reynolds, Veronese. Maybe the kids are begging you to head straight for the farmyard and playground, because who doesn't love cows and a zip line? You'll need to refuel after taking it all in. There are plenty of places at the estate to stop for a treat, whether you just need a quick bite or a full meal.
Leaving Chatsworth House, don't fret, because we'll make the return journey to Manchester an interesting one, stopping at some viewpoints along the way. You arrive back in Manchester in the early evening.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Confirm the tour's availability on your preferred date before booking.
- Be aware that the tour involves walking; consider your comfort with physical activity.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for varied terrains.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for outdoor activities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
The Country Side
This tour is a great opportunity to get out of the hustle and bustle of the cities and see the beauty that is the peak District, it’s small towns and it’s grand places!
Perfect Tour Experience
Couldn’t have been more simple to plan and attend, The van was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Stuart hosted and chauffeured our drive to Chatsworth. On the way he shared super interesting anecdotal knowledge of the area and the history. We were able to make a few stops for scenic views not to mention a gorgeous hour in Buxton. We were allotted 4+ hours at Chatsworth which was the perfect amount of time to explore the house and the gardens and have a leisurely lunch. I am so pleased with the tour and couldn’t recommend anything more.
A Lovely Day in the Country
We had a very enjoyable day out in the Peak District and Visiting Chatsworth House. Fortunately, the weather was nice. It would have been much less scenic and comfortable if it had been cold and wet. Buxton was a very interesting stop and Chatsworth House and Gardens was very impressive. Unfortunate that we couldn't make a quick detour to Bakewell. A couple things prompt a Good instead of Excellent rating. First, the directions to the meeting point need to be far more specific. It appeared on Google Maps that the meeting point was just outside Manchester Piccadilly Station. It was, but on a different level of the station. They should provide a recommend place to put into Google Maps to get to the meeting spot instead of just saying the intersection of two streets. It didn't help that when we called Rabbie's for direction, the person who answer couldn't provide them. We ended up sprinting to the bus once a kind local told us how to get to where we needed to be. The other thing is I was surprised the guide could not answer a couple of my questions about Chatsworth House.
Such a beautiful drive....
Such a beautiful drive. Buxton was adorable and wished we could have stayed a little longer.Our guide was very knowledgeable and history of Manchester was very interesting.
Very good tour. Just...
Very good tour. Just about right amount of time at each location. Tour guide Michael was great also.