Private Tour - Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York
Description
For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Day Trip from York, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg, Kettlewell, Pateley Bridge and the traditional Dales Market Town of Hawes, where you will have the opportunity to visit the award winning Wensleydale Creamery, the home of Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese!
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Itinerary
We arrive at Wensleydale’s most famous landmark, the 14th century Bolton Castle which once housed Mary Queen of Scots, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy and photograph the magnificent views over Wensleydale, learn a bit about the history of the area from your Guide, or just have a leisurely Yorkshire Brew in the medieval castle’s Tea Room – the choice is yours!
We then take the scenic route towards Hawes, passing through Askrigg, the fictional village of Darrowby in the James Herriot All Creatures Great and Small TV series.
We spend one and a half hours in Hawes, the highest Market Town in England, where you can maybe grab some lunch and sample the complimentary handcrafted cheeses at the world-famous Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre, visit The Dales Countryside Museum, or just explore the quaint shops and cafes of the town itself – the choice is yours!
We leave Hawes and travel into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park for some photo stops as we pass through the picturesque Dales villages along the meandering route of the River Wharfe.
We arrive in the traditional Dales village of Kettlewell, made internationally famous in 2003 as the main filming location for the Calendar Girls movie. You can explore the village and learn more about the true story behind the movie, or just enjoy a beer or coffee with the locals in one of the pubs and cafes – whatever you prefer!
We continue our journey through the beautiful countryside of the National Park, passing Kilnsey Crag and the village of Grassington as we head through the rolling hills of Nidderdale, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Finally, there will be a short stop in the charming little town of Pateley Bridge, category winner in the Great British High Street Competition in 2016, where you have the option to visit “The Oldest Sweet Shop in the World” (2014 Guinness Book of Records). We leave Pateley Bridge and head back to York.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and drop off is from your hotel or another location of your choice in York.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Children under 5 years can be accepted on private tours, on the condition that the customer brings a suitable Child Car Seat with them
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Between November and March some attractions are closed and, depending upon weather conditions, this tour may follow a different route through the Dales after Hawes
- Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
Reviews(15)
We had a wonderful private Yorkshire Dales tour with Best of Britain and our guide, Martin. Our group of six ranged in age from 19 to 85, and Martin did an excellent job making the day enjoyable and comfortable for everyone. He picked us up and dropped us off directly at our house, which made everything incredibly easy and stress-free. Throughout the day he was very accommodating about comfort breaks for the more seasoned members of our group, and never made us feel rushed. We visited so many beautiful places including Bolton Castle, Aysgarth Falls, Masham, Hawes, Grassington, Wensleydale Creamery, and several filming locations from All Creatures Great and Small, including the church where James and Helen were married. Martin was very knowledgeable about the area and pointed out interesting scenery, landmarks, and local details that we never would have noticed on our own as UK transplants. He also happily pulled over whenever we wanted photos, which we really appreciated. Martin was kind, professional, and clearly cared about making sure we had a good experience. He even provided water bottles for the group, which was such a thoughtful touch. You could tell he genuinely enjoys sharing Yorkshire with visitors. This was a lovely way to see the Dales without the stress of driving ourselves, and I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting a relaxed, scenic, and personalized day exploring the area.
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and wonderful five star review! We are absolutely delighted to hear how much your group enjoyed your private Yorkshire Dales tour with Martin. With ages ranging from 19 to 85, it is fantastic to know the day felt comfortable, relaxed, and enjoyable for everyone, that is exactly what we aim for with our private Yorkshire tours. It sounds like you experienced so much of what makes the Yorkshire Dales so special, from Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle to Hawes, Grassington, and the All Creatures Great and Small filming locations. We are especially pleased Martin’s local knowledge and flexible approach helped bring the day to life and made exploring Yorkshire stress free and personal. As a local Yorkshire company, we really believe the little touches matter, whether that is door to door pick up, photo stops along the way, or simply taking the time to tailor the pace of the day to our guests. Martin will be so pleased to hear your kind words. Thank you again for your recommendation. It really means a lot to our small business and helps others looking for private Yorkshire Dales tours, All Creatures Great and Small tours, and personalised day trips from York feel confident booking with us. We hope to welcome you back for more Yorkshire adventures in the future! Happy Travels, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We had a wonderful day with Howard on the Dales! Thank you for helping us make such wonderful memories!
Thank you for your lovely 5 star review Kristin! We are so pleased you had a wonderful day exploring the Yorkshire Dales and made such great memories. We will be sure to pass your kind words on. If you visit again, we would love to welcome you on another Yorkshire day tour from York—perhaps exploring the North York Moors or Whitby next time. Best wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We had a fantastic day out. Chris our driver was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. He was very friendly and quickly worked out what things we would like to see. The Dales were stunning. Bolton Castle was decorated for Halloween. So many things to see. Cheese tasting in the Wensleydale creamery. Lunch there was 1st class. Minibus was clean and comfortable. I couldn't fault anything. Big thank you to Chris as he made our day great. I would definitely book a tour again.
Thank you Pauline for your great 5 star review. We are delighted you had such a fantastic day exploring the Yorkshire Dales with us. It is great to hear how much you enjoyed the tour with us and it sounds like you experienced so many of the highlights, from Bolton Castle at Halloween to the Wensleydale Creamery. We are also pleased you found the minibus comfortable, we take great pride in our small group tours and the experience this allows for our guests. Thank you again for your kind feedback, it truly means so much to our family business. We would love to welcome you back again for another tour in the future. Best wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Chris. Wow. Fantastic tour guide. SO knowledgeable and informative. Gave us a delightful, memorable tour of James Herriot’s Yorkshire. We even saw a bit of filming!
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5★ review Darcy! We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable Private Yorkshire Dales day trip from York. It is wonderful to know you enjoyed exploring James Herriot’s Yorkshire, and what a special bonus to catch some filming during your visit! Moments like that really make the experience unforgettable. We are so pleased that the tour was both informative and enjoyable, bringing together the beautiful landscapes, charming villages and stories of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Thank you again for your kind recommendation – it truly means a lot to our small family business. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another unforgettable private Yorkshire tour from York with Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours. Kind regards, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We had such a great time. Our guide, Howard, was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and history and sites. We had plenty of opportunity to get out and explore, take pictures and see many sights. Would highly recommend this tour if you want to see the Dales.
Thank you so much for your lovely 5★ review! We are really pleased to hear that you had such a great day exploring the Yorkshire Dales on your private tour from York. It is wonderful to know you enjoyed the balance of the day, with plenty of opportunities to get out, explore, take photos and experience the scenery across the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We are also glad you found the tour informative and engaging – having a knowledgeable guide really helps bring the area to life. Thank you again for your recommendation – it means a lot. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Happy travels, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Had the best day out with Howard yesterday. As a Yorkshire Dales local there was nothing he didn’t know. His commentary and knowledge made for the best day out - and not even the rain and wind could ruin our day! Get on this tour!!
Thank you for the wonderful 5* review. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your Private Yorkshire Dales tour. Being a local family company, Yorkshire is our passion and we are very proud to hear that this is reflected by our wonderful guides… whatever the weather! We do hope to welcome you back again very soon. Thank you again, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
The Coit try side was beautiful beyond my expectations. And, we learned much more about the places we drove through and stop to visit because our guide was so knowledgeable of the history, geography and current lifestyle of the area and engaging
We have used BOBH, best of British holidays for the last 5 years. Every time we visit York we book a tour. We have had Howard and Mark and they are both absolutely great driver/guides. Both so knowledgeable and accommodating. They are FAB and cannot wait for our next trip to York. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much for your amazing five-star review, Patricia! It truly means a lot to us that you have chosen to travel with Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours over the past five years. Welcoming returning guests like you is incredibly special for our small, family-run business. We are delighted to hear you have enjoyed your private Yorkshire Dales tours from York each time, and that both Howard and Mark have helped make your experiences so memorable. Your kind words about their knowledge and friendly, accommodating approach are exactly what we aim to deliver on all of our Yorkshire day tours from York. We cannot wait to welcome you back on your next visit to York for another fantastic day out! Best wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Howard was a wonderful guide through the dales, where he was brought up. He neither explained too much nor too little, which is a rare capacity in a guide. He navigated all the narrow roads (lanes?) with skill and was ready to stop whenever we wanted pix. The villages are charming, including those where both versions of "All Creatures Great and Small" were filmed, but the real star of the tour is the gorgeous countryside.
Thank you so much for your wonderful five-star review, Ann! We are delighted you had such a great experience on your private Yorkshire Dales tour from York. It is lovely to hear how much you enjoyed both the charming villages and the stunning countryside – the true highlight of the Dales. Howard was very pleased with your kind words. His ability to strike just the right balance with information, along with his local knowledge and driving on those narrow Yorkshire lanes, is exactly what we aim to deliver on all of our private Yorkshire tours. We are also glad you enjoyed the flexibility of the day, with time for photos and exploring the All Creatures Great and Small filming locations along the way. Thank you again for choosing Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours. It means a great deal to our small team, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
It was such a relaxing and beautiful tour through the countryside, we loved it. The pace was perfect, and we learned so much.
Thank you for the 5* review. We are really pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your private tour of the Yorkshire Dales. We hope to see you again soon! Lucy BOBH – Day Tours of Yorkshire
