The Heart of the Yorkshire Dales

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905-639-9954

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1 Day
Availability : May to September
Start: York, England
End: York, England

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book. 

Escape into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, where green valleys roll into the horizon, romantic ruins stir the imagination, and timeless villages whisper their stories. Step into a storybook as you wander the cobbled streets of Pateley Bridge and try the local flavours at one of England’s oldest sweet shops. Then feel the mist of Aysgarth Falls and listen as the stones of Jervaulx Abbey murmur tales of a bygone era. And when your day comes to an end, leave carrying the Dales with you, not just in your memories, but tucked away in your heart.

APPROX. 9 HOURS / MODERATE WALKING / GUIDED /  SMALL COACH DAY TOUR

Tour Details
Highlights:

Grassington – Step into this picture-perfect village described as ‘the Beating Heart of the Yorkshire Dales’ and wander its cobbled streets lined with quaint cottages.

Aysgarth Falls – Beloved for over 200 years, even poet William Wordsworth was taken with the beauty of this stunning waterfall.

Yorkshire Dales – Picture heather-covered moorlands, ancient stone walls, and timeless villages – this is the Yorkshire Dales, the essence of idyllic England.

Jervaulx Abbey – Wander among the ivy-clad, weather-worn ruins of this once-grand Cistercian monastery, which stands amid wildflowers.

Wensleydale Creamery – Visit this iconic cheese company to discover centuries-old traditions, meet passionate artisans, and savour its rich, creamy flavours.

Hawes – Often called ‘the Heart of the Dales,’ the town’s charm and picturesque setting have inspired generations of writers and visitors.

Pick Up Location & TIme

York (Google Map)

9:15am – Coach Stop A – Memorial Gardens, Leeman Road, York, YO1 6FZ

Drop off Location & Time

York: same as departure
Approx. 5:30pm

Price Includes

  • Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Air conditioning as standard
  • The stories and services of an English speaking driver-guide

Meals

  • 0 breakfast
  • 0 lunches
  • 0 dinners
  • 0 teas

Price Excludes

  • Entry fees to visitor attractions
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Pre / Post hotel nights
  • Driver / Tour Leader gratuity is at your discretion
  • Travel Insurance
What to Expect

This day tour comes with a driver-guide who knows the stories, sights, and secrets of the areas you travel through; every itinerary is tested by travel-loving locals; and you get the chance to support the communities you visit.

  • Travel in a small group
  • Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • The stories and services of an English-speaking driver guide
  • Time off the bus to explore
Itinerary

Journey to Pateley Bridge

It’s time to see what lies outside of the ancient walls of the city of York. Today you’re going to uncover the beauty of Yorkshire Dales National Park – the land full of wild beauty and pastoral charm where rolling hills, craggy moorlands, and romantic valleys stretch as far as the eye can see.

Pateley Bridge and Grassington

Your first stop is the picturesque village of Pateley Bridge, nestled among rolling hills and wild moors. This charming town invites you to slow down and savour the little things. Wander along cobbled streets lined with stone cottages and traditional pubs, or step through the door of the Oldest Sweet Shop in England to discover timeless treats that have been bringing joy to visitors since 1827.

Next is the market town of Grassington, which feels like stepping into a storybook. Often referred to as the “beating heart of the Yorkshire Dales,” you may recognize it as the fictional market town of Darrowby in the beloved series All Creatures Great & Small.

Lunch at Hawes, Aysgarth Falls & Jervaulx Abbey

Our drive continues through the stunning Dales to Hawes, a charming market town and home of the world-famous Wensleydale Cheese. At the Wensleydale Creamery, guardians of a centuries-old tradition, you can sample everything from classic Yorkshire Wensleydale to the rich, buttery Fountains Gold – truly a cheese lover’s dream. Alternatively, spend your time enjoying lunch somewhere else but make sure to explore the streets of Hawes.

Next is Aysgarth Falls, a three-tiered waterfall that has attracted visitors for over 200 years and featured in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

Finally, end at the romantic ruin of Jervaulx Abbey, where the echoes of history linger in this 12th-century Cistercian monastery.

Return journey to York

After a day of discovering the sights, tastes, and stories of the Yorkshire Dales, you return to York.

Dates and Prices
Departure Dates and Days Adult (pp) Child 5-15yrs (pp)
2026: May – Sunday (Except May 7) $100 $90
2026: June to September – Sunday $110 $100

Pricing

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Rates are in $ CAD.


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