North West England Tours

Getting to and around the Lake District from Liverpool alone means relying on hire cars, or trains and buses. Skip the effort with a day trip that makes everything smooth and easy, and showcases some of the region’s highlights and under-the-radar sights. Explore Ambleside, hike around Blea Tarn, see Castlerigg Stone Circle, and enjoy an optional Lake Windermere cruise (own cost), all without any worries detracting from the scenery.

The sights and scenery of North Wales are tricky to explore from Liverpool without a rental car. Rather than string together train and bus journeys; choose this full-day tour for the benefit of comfortable minivan transport and a guide for background on the sights. Walk Llandudno’s pier, follow hidden roads through Snowdonia, visit Conwy Castle, and more; and discover this beautiful corner of Britain without a care in the world.

Join Joe on the #1 Google walking tour of Manchester. Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester! On your tour you will see some sets of BBC and Netflix series. You will also see where Hollywood movies were filmed and see that the architecture, staircases and pavements of the streets look like New York. You’ll also experience the incredible street art of the Northern Quarter and find plenty of Instagram photo opportunities! You’ll learn how one Manchester resident was instrumental in ending the 2nd world war. You’ll also see how Manchester had a huge role in leading the way to ending slavery. You’ll see how Manchester gave the world many firsts including the handheld ice cream, women voting rights, vegetarianism and policemen! You will also see the meeting place which gave the world the Premier League! Learn what famous singers did before they made it! And see how and why Manchester has more music than any other city in Britain!

The North Wales coast and Snowdonia National Park beckon from just outside Chester, but exploring them without a self-drive car is tricky, especially if you only have a day to spare. This tour delivers: whisking you around Snowdonia’s mountains and valleys; and to places such as Conwy Castle and Betws-y-Coed village by comfortable minivan, all with the bonus of a guide for context and history.

Go behind the scenes at Etihad Stadium, the home of Manchester City Football Club, on this guided tour. With an avid Man City fan as your guide, hear all about the football (soccer) club’s history as you visit the manager’s dug-out, the press conference room, the changing rooms and other sites that are off limits to the public during matches. Immerse yourself in the City story during a thrilling audio-visual show.

Walk in the Beatles’ footsteps and explore Liverpool’s music heritage on this walking and deluxe transport tour. Follow your guide to see sites including Liverpool Cathedral and the Eleanor Rigby statue. Visit the Cavern Club and ride your air-conditioned vehicle to view Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the exteriors of John Lennon’s and Paul McCartney’s childhood homes; and more—all as your guide sheds light on the Beatles’ Liverpool story.

Arrive at iFLY Manchester and safely float in an 800-horsepower vertical wind tunnel that generates a wall-to-wall cushion of air commonly used by professional skydivers without having to jump from a plane. Just about anyone can fly and no experience is necessary. Once inside the flight chamber, a tunnel operator slowly increases the wind speed until you and your instructor are airborne. Feel the adrenaline rush as you float at wind speeds reaching 130 to 175 mph (209 to 282 kph). The stable wall-to-wall airflow keeps you from falling off the column of air and your instructor is on hand at all times to guide you. The entire indoor skydiving experience takes about 90 minutes from start to finish. Each session includes up to 6 people, but you fly one-on-one with your instructor twice - the same freefall time as three tandem skydives! To ensure our team are able to fly you, it's vital you arrive at the venue no less than 40minutes before your booked flight time.

Cover more Lake District attractions than you could in a day without a rental car on this tour from Chester. Rather than spending hours researching routes or bus timetables; relax into a minivan and let the sights and scenery come to you without worrying about driving, parking, or missing connections. Visit Tarn Hows, stroll around Hawkshead, enjoy a Lake Coniston cruise, and hear historical background you might never know otherwise.

Church beck is situated in the south Lakes right below the Old Man of Coniston and Wetherlam which are both classic Lake District walks. Coniston Village is a quirky and pretty village with some amazing places to eat and drink This ghyll is 100% a wet one and that is what it’s all about with some big jumps and slides The “Beck” has some incredible challenges and surprises along the way including big jumps, pools, climbing waterfalls and slides that will get your heart racing. Most of the obstacles can be missed out if you choose to. *** This ghyll is not appropriate for anyone under the age of 12. We run the ghyll during the warmer months of April – October. The Meeting Location is at the Old Furness road car park right opposite the small industrial estate.

Spin across the dance floor of The Blackpool Tower Ballroom with this admission ticket. Enter this legendary venue and absorb its atmosphere and décor before dancing on the sprung floor to music from the Wurlitzer organ. Choose to dance or simply watch, and perhaps take traditional afternoon tea (own expense) from the side-lines — all perfect experiences for couples. This single ticket allows entry at a time that suits you within the opening times.

Delve into Liverpool’s vibrant culture on a Beatles and sightseeing walking tour, ideal for music lovers. Tick off top Liverpool attractions such as the decorated Mersey Ferries, the Museum of Liverpool, the 18th-century Liverpool Town Hall, and the brand new statue of Cilla Black outside of the Cavern Club, former stomping ground of The Beatles. Plus, visit spots associated with The Fab Four and watch a short Beatles documentary.

Discover a one-of-a-kind outdoor activity when you sign up for a ghyll scrambling session in England’s rugged Lake District. A combination of swimming across rivers and pools of water, ascending and descending waterfalls, and climbing up rock formations, ghyll scrambling is unique to the region. Pick from multiple departure times throughout the day, and spend several hours exploring Stoneycroft Ghyll in the Newlands Valley. This small-group tour is family-friendly, and beginners are welcome to participate.

Experience bird’s-eye views over Blackpool and north-west England with this admission ticket to The Blackpool Tower Eye. Visit the 4D Cinema to relive the building of the tower, and admire the panoramic views from the top. Gaze out over the Irish Sea and coastline to the Lake District and on a clear day, to Liverpool, and dare to step across the glass SkyWalk. Plus, enjoy a drink (own expense) from the Eye's Bar 380.

No tour of Liverpool is complete without taking in some Beatles history. The hometown of this legendary band, Liverpool houses the award-winning Beatles Story exhibition. Visit the rock-themed attraction – spread over two sites – to learn about the band and its lasting impact on the history of music. Full of fun memorabilia, rare photographs and interactive exhibits, the Beatles Story is full for all ages! Ticket includes shuttle service between sites. 

If you’re a Beatles fan and find yourself in Liverpool, then treat yourself to a tour of the sites linked to the Fab Four. The hometown of the popular 1960’s rock band, Liverpool boasts Beatles landmarks all over the city, but it’s tough work finding them if you’re new to town. On this tour, you’ll explore Liverpool with a private guide in your own taxi, getting straight to sites such as Penny Lane, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and more.

Learn from a master chocolatier. Ideal for chocolate lovers. Near public transportation. Wheelchair accessible. All travellers can participate

Try your hand at the traditional arts of knife- and axe-throwing on this private session in Blackpool. Under careful guidance from your instructor, take aim at your target and throw. All equipment is included on your session, and you’ll enjoy exclusive use of the knife and tomahawk throwing range. Choose from four start-times to suit your schedule, with complimentary parking on-site.

Get to know Liverpool and discover the home of the Beatles with this hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 48 hours. Enjoy unlimited access to two different routes—the Blue Route, which follows a Beatles-themed itinerary, visiting Penny Lane, Strawberry Field and the childhood homes on John Lennon and Paul McCartney; and the Red Route, which stops at city attractions including Royal Albert Dock, the Walker Gallery, the Cavern Club, and Liverpool Cathedral.

Designed with fans of the hit TV series, Peaky Blinders, in mind, this private 4-hour tour takes you to Liverpool locations used to film the show. Although set in Birmingham, many Peaky Blinders scenes are filmed in Liverpool: visit the homes of characters such as Tommy Shelby, Polly, and Ada, and see top Liverpool attractions such as the National Waterways Museum, all the while listening to insider gossip and trivia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

On this small-group Segway tour, you’ll explore the scenic Cheshire Woodlands. Eliminate the worry of getting lost by having a guide to lead the way. Enjoy a training session to help you get used to Segway riding, before a special woodland assault course. A fun and exhilarating way to explore the outdoor beauty of Cheshire.

Treat your taste buds to a trip to the much-loved Hard Rock Cafe in Manchester’s iconic Printworks. Classic American cooking and an unrivalled collection of music memorabilia await you at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester. Choose from a 2- or 3-course menu and tuck into tasty dishes such as the classic cheeseburger, ribs and barbecue chicken. Both options come with a dessert and a drink of your choice (soda, tea or coffee).

Travel back in time in the town where it all started at the Magical Beatles Museum. With more than 300 items in the private collection, you’re able to fully immerse yourself in the life and times of the Fab Four. Memorabilia ranges from an original guitar to Brian Epstein's business card and from props from "Help!" to a sketch of a blue meanie from "Yellow Submarine".

Home to Liverpool F.C. and Everton F.C., Liverpool is a city where the love of soccer—or football—runs deep, but exploring independently means missing the backstories behind the city’s most famous wins. On this tour, explore Liverpool though the eyes of the city’s football fans. Follow your guide to sites of interest including Anfield and the Lock-Up at Everton Park, and learn of Liverpool’s love of the beautiful game.

Explore Liverpool's top sights on a comprehensive private guided tour. Personalize your itinerary around your interests and view everything from Beatles locations such as the Cavern Club to the city’s UNESCO-listed waterfront, the Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield football stadium, and more. Spend up to 7 hours exploring the city with hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.