Yorkshire Dales Exploration: Enjoy Scenic Views and Historical Attractions with Expert Guide
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Windermere
Embark on a Yorkshire Dales tour and immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery, historical attractions, and charming villages. Explore the stunning landscapes, visit a romantic ruined castle, and experience the warmth of the local community.
Duration: 8 hours, 25 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Windermere - A potential pickup point
  • Oxenholme - A potential pickup point
  • Kirkby Lonsdale - A potential pickup point
  • Barbon - A drive over the moor and down the long, remote Barbondale valley full of spectacular scenery
  • Dent - A tiny traditional Dales village full of history & charm and a drive through Dentdale for a stop to take in the amazing view
  • Garsdale - Drive past the highest railway station in England as we head out across the moorland towards Garsdale Head
  • Buttertubs Pass - Drive down this famous, steep, high pass stopping to see for miles down both beautiful Wensleydale and Swaledale. Stop to see the famous limestone rock formations
  • Muker - Surrounded by characteristically picturesque cow byres, traditional dry-stone walls and spectacular hay meadows full of flowers in early summer and on through the gorgeous Swaledale
  • Gunnerside - A mine-workers traditional village and then on, over the spectacular high moors for incredible views
  • Arkengarthdale - Drive through part of the Dales that sounds like it comes from “Lord of the Rings”!
  • Reeth - This is your lunch stop in this sleepy Dales village with time to explore before heading over the wide open landscape of Grinton Moor for another stop and incredible views
  • Bolton Castle - We stop at Bolton Castle to learn about its history and see the amazing views across Wensleydale
  • Aysgarth Falls - See the stunning waterfalls that were used in a scene from “Robin Hodd, Prince of Thieves”
  • Hawes - A stop of in the village of Hawes is essential if visiting the Yorkshire Dales
  • Ribblehead Viaduct - Take a look at this amazing construction carrying the railway across the moorland
What's Included
  • Friendly small-group tour, limited to 7 guests for a relaxed experience
  • Air-conditioned and WiFi-equipped minivans, complete with device charging points
  • Frequent stops for photos, refreshments, and comfort
  • Knowledgeable Professional Guides sharing interesting facts and stories in English
  • Convenient departure and return points in central locations
  • All entrance fees included for itinerary locations
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Just beyond the Lake District, uncover some of Britain’s most stunning natural landscapes on this popular journey through the Yorkshire Dales. Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring views, notable waterfalls, expansive moors and winding roads that lead to remarkable panoramas extending endlessly down the Dales. Explore the paved pathways of a quaint village filled with folklore, narratives, and heritage; amble around a vibrant, traditional Dales market town and even encounter the romantic remnants of a castle where a Queen was once held captive. Dry stone barriers, native Dales cow shelters, and whitewashed homesteads stipple the landscape as indigenous sheep and cattle roam freely. Leaving behind the hustle and clamor, you’ll be enchanted by this extraordinary, untouched locale and the amiable residents you’ll encounter. Marvel at the scenic splendor surrounding you, situated merely a brief journey away from the Lake District.

  • The time of pickup from Oxenholme train station is timed to meet the first train heading towards Glasgow from London Euston on Mondays to Saturdays
  • The Yorkshire Dales weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather
  • As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes
  • Children under the age of 5 can travel on this tour but we do not recommend it
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them
  • We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don’t automatically go to every departure point. If we don’t know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!
Location
Windermere
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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C5005pdromang
Feb 27, 2023
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, STUNNING SCENERY AND NICE PEOPLE - An absolutely stunning day from Windermere to the most gorgeous scenery I've seen this week. Booked on a whim but turned out to be the best thing we did and we are going to come back and do it again in the summer. The scenery is amazing! Tim and Jill were fantastic and even the minibus was top-notch with phone charging and wifi as well as nice, cosy seats. Yorkshire Dales are the Best!
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86sup
Jan 31, 2023
Easy tour to explore outside the Lake District Area - fab scenery! - We had a great day out in the Dales on this tour. We were staying in Windermere in the Lake District and discovered that we could get a tour to see some different scenery in the Yorkshire Dales. It was absolutely breathtaking! The lakes are lovely but the Dales are just as spectacular and if you like scenery, don't miss this opportunity to see some gorgeous places which are so close geographically to the Lakes but so very, very different and beautiful as a landscape. We didn't know how easy it was to get to fab places outside the Lakes area. The tour itself was very interesting, and everything looked great in the snow and frost. We were lucky that the sun was out for most of the day but the wind was cold so hats and gloves are a must. The van was warm, cozy and a lovely place to have conversations with Jill the guide and other passengers. Tim was an ace driver and drove some really scary roads without flinching! What a hero! All in all a brilliant day and would recommend.
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