Dales Way
Explore the Dales Way at your own pace on a full-length self-guided walking holiday, with accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Dales Way
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A self-guided walking holiday through the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District National Park.
From £410 per person
The Dales Way meanders through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales to the shores of Windermere in the Lake District. On a self-guided holiday along the Dales Way, you’ll enjoy a vast range of beautiful Yorkshire landscapes, including colourful moorland, tranquil riversides, rugged fells and quiet valleys.
The walk explores a range of pretty towns and villages and offers glimpses into the region’s past, including the ruins of Bolton Priory and Barden Tower. The trail then leaves the Yorkshire Dales and heads towards Windermere, passing through rolling farmland framed by the impressive mountains of the Lake District, providing a satisfying end to a remarkable trail.
We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £905 per person
This holiday option takes in all 77 miles of the iconic Dales Way walking trail, showcasing some of the finest scenery the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District have to offer.
Admire the impressive ruins of Bolton Priory, meander through the peaceful Wharfedale Valley and visit many welcoming settlements on this magical walking holiday through two beautiful National Parks.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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| DW1 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 6 days walking | £905 | |
| DW2 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 7 days walking | £1025 | |
| DW3 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 8 days walking | £1150 | |
| DW4 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 9 days walking | £1275 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DWSB | From Ilkley to Kettlewell | 2 days walking | £410 |
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“We thought the accommodations were great for the most part and the trail itself was varied and beautiful. In light of Covid and our concerns about exposure and possible closures we were really impressed with the arrangements and the choices and cleanliness of the accommodations. Really enjoyed the walk.”Mr La Count, USA
“Very attractive walk. The variety of accommodation added to the enjoyment of the holiday. Apart from the weekend we met few other walkers. Small villages & towns along the way added variety.”Mrs Badger, UK
“Very impressed with Contours, will definitely use again. This was my first trip with you. Walk was lovely, particularly first 5 days.”Mr Griffiths, UK
“Fantastic holiday, overnight stays excellent.”Mr McInnes, UK
“A great walk and good accommodation. Accommodation was excellent.”Mr Jones, UK
“Surprisingly, my first ever visit to the Yorkshire Dales. A lovely, not-too-strenuous walk through rolling hills and along pretty river banks, often staying in characterful pubs with excellent food.”Mr Julyan, UK
“Excellent long distance trail.”Mr Bullen, UK
“Overall the standard of accommodation was good. Sherpa service excellent and also taxis very efficient”Ms Cawtheray, UK
“It was absolutely excellent! Everything was very well planned and all pick-ups and bookings and luggage transfer was spotless! I am impressed and very satisfied with you as a company and my trip! All went perfect according to plan and everything was right on time.”Ms Sjohed, Sweden
