Dales Way
Explore the Dales Way at your own pace on a 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 £425 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 Abbey 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 offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to experience the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.
We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £980 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DW1 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 6 days walking | £980 | |
| DW2 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 7 days walking | £1109 | |
| DW3 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 8 days walking | £1244 | |
| DW4 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 9 days walking | £1379 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DWSB | From Ilkley to Kettlewell | 2 days walking | £425 |
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“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
“Thanks to the whole team for this superb hike.”Mr Darwen, UK
“Absolutely great - loved it! Everything was well organised.”Dr Nash, UK
“We were lucky with the weather, but the stunning scenery and views were completely unexpected, despite myself being a Yorkshire lass.”Ms Louden, UK
“Wonderful route, varied accommodation, good food, and very well organised throughout.”Mrs Tumelty, UK
“A great walk and good accommodation. Accommodation was excellent.”Mr Jones, UK
“It was amazing -one of the best holidays we have taken! We enjoyed the walking, going through endless stiles, seeing hundreds of sheep and cows, walking along beautiful rivers, crossing over historic bridges, crossing under viaducts, and stopping in small towns to eat and sleep. The directions and our luggage delivery were perfect. We'll definitely use Contours again and recommend you to our American friends. Most of our friends had not heard of this type of experience and thought it sounded fun. Thanks for arranging an unforgettable vacation!”Ms Lewellen, USA
“The arrangements worked like clockwork. Before the tour, the website was extremely useful with the Members' area making it easy for all the travellers to pay directly. Having an electronic copy of the Tour pack was an added bonus as everyone had access to the same information. When I called your main line number my calls were answered quickly and my questions and queries were resolved quickly. Our request for single occupancy for the group was understood completely and we were very happy with the arrangements, even when sharing. Very good value for money, especially those travelling as a group.”Mr Fowler, UK
“I love walking from place to place. This is the first time I have booked a walking through a holiday company, I would definitely do it again. Everyone I spoke with was enthusiastic about the holidays. Any queries I had before and after booking were promptly answered.”Mrs Davies, UK
