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 | |
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| DWSB | From Ilkley to Kettlewell | 2 days walking | £410 |
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“We both had a fantastic time and would like to thank you for a superb holiday.”Ms Ritchie, 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
“A really lovely walk even in reverse! A walk with long sections of easy walking with occasional exposed and remote walking sections.”Mr Bayley, UK
“Thank you, a great holiday.”Mrs Guy, UK
“I knew I would enjoy the Dales Way and working with Contours helped us know everything was taken care of.”Ms Cox, USA
“The Dales Way is beautiful, particularly Wharfedale.”Dr Bristow, UK
“A great walk and good accommodation. Accommodation was excellent.”Mr Jones, UK
“Beautiful scenery, walks well signposted, especially in the Yorkshire part of the route, great variability. Would definitely recommend you to others.”Mrs Scheurer, Netherlands
“Excellent week. Great landscape to walk through, excellent weather as well as very good accommodation and everything running smoothly.”Mr Chilvers, UK
