Name: The Yorkshire Dales & Peak District (From Manchester) 2024
Brand: DHTour
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Price: $740 pp
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The Yorkshire Dales & Peak District (From Manchester): 2 nts York

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or [email protected] to book.

Friendly, gorgeous, and fun: North England’s charms are irresistible.

The Vikings loved it so much they decided to settle and shape the culture. Nature enthusiasts found the rolling hills so dazzling they created five national parks here. And pioneers discovered such fertile fields that they established this area as the home of the Industrial Revolution.

So, on this tour, you find out what’s so special about the North.

You travel to York and learn about an ancient Viking city. You try out Britain’s most famous cakes and cheeses. You venture through the legends of Robin Hood. And you roll over the green and scenic valleys of the Peak District.

So, join this tour and explore the best of North England.

And maybe by the end of this trip, you’ll have plans to settle here too.

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS / MAX 16 GUESTS

Tour Details

Places you explore

Castleton – This beautiful village shelters in the shadow of the scenic Shivering Mountain.

Monsal Headstone Viaduct – A landmark viaduct and walking route that spans the serene Monsal Dale

Bakewell – The attractive stone buildings and courtyards attract artists and photographers from around the world.

Chatsworth House – The magnificent grand house of the Devonshire family lies in a stunning estate. You can decide whether you get lost in the luxurious rooms or its famous maze.

York and the Dales – North England’s remote sheep-rearing valleys lay beside the bustling, history-rich city of York.

Goathland Village – The rugged moorland setting of this handsome village have shaped its architecture and outlook

York Minster – Majestic Gothic spires reach up into the York sky, a focal point for dramatic events throughout English history.

Robin Hood’s Bay – This beautifully preserved fishing village offers a stunning contrast between its dainty cottages and rugged cliffs.

Peak District National Park – Broadleaved woodlands give way to sheltered deep valleys in this geological wonderland.

Pick Up Location & TIme

Manchester (Google Map)
Check-in closes at 09:45 (tour departs at 10:00) – Manchester Piccadilly (Store Street) Pick Up, Coach parking bays, Store Street (Boad Street intersection), Manchester, M1 2WD

Drop off Location & Time

Manchester
6:15pm

Price Includes

2 nights Bed 'n Breakfast accommodation
Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
Air conditioning as standard
Daily full English breakfasts
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Admission to Fountains Abbey

Meals

2 breakfasts
0 lunches
0 dinners
0 teas

Price Excludes

Entry fees to visitor attractions
Airfare
Transfers
Pre / Post hotel nights
Driver / Tour Leader gratuity is at your discretion
Travel Insurance

What to Expect

Explore in 16 seat mini-coaches, always taking the scenic route, you have great views through large windows, and you’re free to sample the local tipple without worrying about driving. Our driver-guides are famous for their knowledge, facts, quirky stories, history, and fairy-tales. They truly take you beyond the guidebooks and into your adventure. You make your trip your own. We provide the timetable; and you can choose where you want to eat and which attractions you pay to see. So, if you want to skip a castle and read your book by a mountain view, you can.

Itinerary

Day 1 Manchester - Castleton - Monsal Head - Bakewell - Chatsworth House - York

Admire the green heights of the Peak District
Wander through green mazes and ornate halls at Chatsworth House

It’s time to leave the big city behind and travel to the Peak District.

In the late morning, you arrive in Castleton. This quaint old town attracts travellers from all over the world for its quintessential English charm. Nearby, there are caves, a beautiful view up a valley, and an insightful information centre.

You then venture to another beautiful valley at Monsal Head. There’s an old rail line viaduct that emerges from the green hills. It’s a gorgeous structure with an impressive history.

If you’re hungry, then you’re in luck, because you’re stopping for lunch in Bakewell. Not only is this town delicious to look at, but it’s also the home of one of England’s most famous desserts, the Bakewell Pudding.

You should ensure you’ve cleaned up the crumbs, because now you’re heading to Chatsworth House. This luxurious stately home is incredible; you can admire architecture, get lost in a massive maze, or praise precious art.

You head off in the early evening to your overnight stop in York.

Day 2York - Goathland - Whitby - Robin Hood's Bay - York

Visit a magnificent cathedral and learn about the Viking past in York
Explore two essential harbour towns at Whitby and Robin Hood Bay

You have the choice to spend your whole day in York or come with us on a day trip around the nearby sights.

If you choose to stay in York, you can visit a chocolate museum, find out about the Vikings, or stroll around the ancient walls.

Alternatively, you may head out with us to Goathland in the morning. This town was used in the Harry Potter movies and is situated in one of the largest expanses of heather moorland in the UK. Your next stop on the day trip is Whitby. This is the type of town everyone dreams of retiring in. There’s a beautifully located, ruined abbey; old stone steps curving around viewpoints; and a lovely little beach to play about on. After exploring all the nooks and crannies of Whitby, you travel to Robin Hood’s Bay. They doubt if the real Robin Hood ever came here, but there are still plenty of smugglers tales dotted around this remarkable harbour village.

You arrive back in York mid-afternoon with time to admire the famous cathedral. (B)

Day 3York - Fountains Abbey - Aysgarth - Clitheroe - Manchester

It’s time to say goodbye to York, England’s capital of Vikings and chocolate.

And although it’s your last day, there’s still plenty more to see. You first take the road to Fountains Abbey. This is one of the largest ruined abbeys in England and part of an important UNESCO Heritage site.

You then find yourself surrounded by some of England’s most lovely waterfalls at Aysgarth.

Now, there’s a delicious lunch for you, because you’re travelling around Wensleydale, home of England’s most famous cheese. Just make sure you have some crackers, so you can eat it the authentic way.

You travel past the epic Ribblehead railway viaduct before having a short snoop around the old castle-topped town of Clitheroe.

You arrive in Manchester in the evening where you join the express train service back to London Euston. (B)

Dates and Prices - Authentic Bed 'n Breakfast accommodation

Departure Dates and Days	Double/Twin (pp)	Single Rate
2024: April to May – Tuesday	$740	$880
2024: June to September – Tuesday	$800	$930
2024: October – Tuesday	$740	$880

All guaranteed departures.

Dates and Prices - Hotel accommodation

Departure Dates and Days	Double/Twin (pp)	Single Rate
2024: April to May – Tuesday	$840	$1,000
2024: June to September – Tuesday	$890	$1,050
2024: October – Tuesday	$840	$1,000

All guaranteed departures.

Pricing

Pricing is per person (pp) based on twin/ double occupancy.
Rates are in $ CAD.

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or [email protected] to book.

Ask us for the best available pricing for your dates & choice of airline.

Notes
Mobility: All of our tours involve walking and require our guests to board and disembark our vehicles several times a day making this tour unsuitable for those with reduced mobility.

Luggage: You’re restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.

The Yorkshire Dales & Peak District (From Manchester) 2024

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