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 £415 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 £951 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 | £951 | |
| DW2 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 7 days walking | £1077 | |
| DW3 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 8 days walking | £1208 | |
| DW4 | From Ilkley to Bowness-On-Windermere | 9 days walking | £1339 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DWSB | From Ilkley to Kettlewell | 2 days walking | £415 |
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“Thank you for organising our walking holiday along the Dales Way. With the help of some great weather it was a truly amazing experience, with wonderful scenery and views throughout.”Mr Carr, 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
“We were lucky with the weather, but the stunning scenery and views were completely unexpected, despite myself being a Yorkshire lass.”Ms Louden, 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
“Beautiful countryside, great people and places to stay.”Mr Lent, USA
“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
“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
“Lovely walk. Not too challenging with beautiful scenery. We were lucky with the weather but much of the walk is along rivers so even in bad weather it would have been lovely. No hitches with logistics. Luggage arrived at the right place. Accommodation easy to find.”Dr Stafford, 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
