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 £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 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 £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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“I would describe this one as a happy walk - all very informal + easy going at the accommodations + on the trail. Felt relaxed at all times (good weather helped.)”Mr Garlick, UK
“Every vista was as beautiful as the last. Every lodging we stayed in was different, historic and interesting. I loved the remote feel to our daily walking, and we met so many nice people as we walked.”Ms Danforth, USA
“Thank you Contours for a wonderful holiday.”Mrs Mitchell, UK
“Everything was well organised and worked well - luggage transfers, taxi to and from trail and accommodation.”Mr Lee, UK
“One of my best long distance walks. Good combination of rustic and more rugged countryside.”Dr Hyndman, UK
“The walk itself was beautiful - accommodation & travel arrangements, by Contours, was excellent. We have already recommended this walk to other people & have recommended Contours to lots of people!”Mrs Swindell, 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
“Loved the route, want to do it all over again!”Mr Knight, UK
“Thank you, a great holiday.”Mrs Guy, UK
