Lake District & Yorkshire Dales Walking & Hiking Tour
Lake District & Yorkshire Dales Walking & Hiking Tour
8 Days Starting in Fauntain abb and ending in Lake di
Visiting: York Station, Fountains Abbey, Ripon, Burnsall, Grassington National Park Centre, Bolton Abbey, Haworth, Chapel-le-Dale, Ingleborough, Clapham, Kirkby Lonsdale, Claife Heights, Hawkshead, Stonethwaite, Derwentwater, Catbells, Grange, Grasmere, Easedale Tarn, Langdale Pikes, Oxenholme
Tour operator:
Tour code:
YOR
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 10
Physical rating:
Medium, Challenging
Age range:
21-85
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Pescatarian
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
The wild and beautiful Lake District & Yorkshire Dales are Northern England’s Great Outdoors and outstanding in beauty. Join us on our small group walking tour for a perfect combination of vigorous hiking in breathtaking scenery and gentle walking in harmonious landscapes. Explore the lush valleys and charming villages in the exquisite Heart of Lakeland Gather a wealth of historic, literary and creative memories to take home — Haworth, Grassington, Bolton Abbey, the Parklands of the Duke of Marlborough, the Langdale Pikes, Beatrix Potter, Lake Windermere. We will see purple heather on the moors, wild garlic along riverside footpaths, fields of sheep and stone built villages. Friendly barmen will chat to you as you sip a pint of beer and then serve you a hearty meal and a bottle of delicious wine. Don’t miss these two beautiful National Parks of rural England.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Pick Up York Travel To: Fountains Abbey — Rippon 10 Km
Location: York Station, Fountains Abbey, Ripon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Burnsall
Meals Included: Dinner
We meet after lunch at 13.00 at York train station. We visit the spectacular ruins of 12th Century Fountains Abbey & the Studley Royal estate.
A wonderful walk through the abbey and its grounds leads us to the glorious Georgian water gardens with elegant ornamental lakes, cascades and temples. Continuing through the deer park we follow a succession of mediaeval bridges and fords over the river Skell and reach the bustling market town of Ripon. (2.5hrs/6miles/10km)
Day 2 : Grassington To Bolton Abbey 14 Km
Location: Burnsall, Grassington National Park Centre, Bolton Abbey
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Burnsall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a hearty breakfast, we walk directly from our charming inn in the typical dales village of Grassington. We follow the course of the charming river Wharfe as it winds through pastures and into woodland where suddenly the river narrows and tumbles down in narrow cascades.
As the land gradually flattens out, the river widens and flows silently towards a grassy river bank, cleared by mediaeval monks to found Bolton abbey. Now in ruins, it makes a beautiful backdrop for a late picnic lunch and a spot of messing about by the river. (4hrs/9miles/14km)
Day 3 : Haworth A Walk In Bronte” Country 14 Km
Location: Burnsall, Haworth
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Burnsall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Haworth is a quaint town perched on a hill with views of the Yorkshire moors and home to the famous Bronte Sisters. At the top of the steep, cobbled streets stands the old Vicarage, home of Charlotte, Branwell, Emily and Anne Bronte and the parish church where their father was vicar. From here we can stride out on a fantastic walk across the moors which inspired Emily Bronte to write Wuthering Heights.(4.5hrs/9miles/14km)
Day 4 : Ingleborough 12.5 Km
Location: Chapel-le-Dale, Ingleborough, Clapham
Accommodation: Inn
Accommodation Name: Kirby Lonsdale
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We climb Ingleborough hill (2372ft), one of ‘The Three Peaks’ of the Yorkshire Dales, where once stood an Iron Age fort. Enjoy extensive views of the Lake District to the west; pass ‘Gaping Gill’ a large limestone sink-hole and pot-holing attraction with an underground cave (big enough to hold St Paul’s Cathedral).
Now descend gradually into the typical Dales village of Clapham to enjoy a refreshing pint or tea and scones.
(elev. +/-450m/1300ft) (5hrs/8miles/12.5km)
Day 5 : Windermere, Beatrix Potter And The Lake District. 10 Km
Location: Kirkby Lonsdale, Claife Heights, Hawkshead, Stonethwaite
Accommodation: Inn
Accommodation Name: Lake District
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we drive into an idyllic part of England to ramble through a beautiful mountainous landscape and admire breath-taking views of famous lakes.
With such inspirational scenery, it is little wonder that the Lake District has so many literary connections. We relive the charming tales of Peter Rabbit & Jemima Puddle duck with a visit to Hilltop farmhouse, the home of legendary children’s author Beatrix Potter and a huge inspiration for her stories.
From here we begin one of her favourite walks, onto Claife Heights located between Lake Windermere and Esthwaite Water. We end the day in Hawkshead, home to William Wordsworth whose dancing golden daffodils have become forever synonymous with the beauty of this area. (3hrs/6miles/10km) (elev. +/-300m/900ft)
Day 6 : Lake Derwent Water & Cat Bells 14 Km
Location: Derwentwater, Catbells, Grange
Accommodation: Inn
Accommodation Name: Lake District
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We drive into the Lake District National Park famous for its majestic mountains and blue lakes. Start with a gentle stroll around the peaceful depths of Derwent water, climb up a short steep path onto ‘Cat Bells’ and then stride along its ridge for spectacular views of the mountains to the north-west.
We descend to Grange village for refreshments (4.5 hrs/9miles/14km) (elev. +/-500m/1500ft)
Day 7 : Walk In The Langdales 16 Km
Location: Grasmere, Easedale Tarn, Langdale Pikes
Accommodation: Inn
Accommodation Name: Lake District
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Grasmere we walk to picturesque Easedale Tarn and ascend to the top of the Langdale Pikes, carpeted with heather and fern. From this central point the views of the surrounding peaks are magnificent.
We descend in time for a refreshing pint at a local pub where all walkers enjoy the end of the day. (5hrs/10miles/16km) (elev. +/-350m/1100ft)
Day 8 : Departure
Location: Stonethwaite, Oxenholme, Manchester Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure from our hotel at 9.00 for Oxenholme station and then Manchester airport (2.5hrs). If you wish, we can help you to extend your stay and make other independent departure arrangements.
If you wish, we can help you to extend your stay or make other independent departure arrangements such as early taxis to the airport.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Water is carried in support vehicle for daily refills
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Walking sticks
One walking stick per person
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Meals – Half Board
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as per itinerary
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Local specialist guiding fees
For local specialist sites
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Minibus transport from start to finish as listed in the itinerary
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Tipping and Gratuities
All gratuities for Hotel porters and Waiters service
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
Owner Guided. Fully Guided: 2 experienced Caspin Journeys Tour Leaders/guides 24/7 Service of expert multilingual Caspin Journeys Leaders/ guides with extraordinary local knowledge, available for the duration of your trip.
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Meals – Full Board
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as per itinerary
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Accommodation
Burnsall, Yorkshire Dales:3 night Kirby Lonsdale: 1 nights Lake District: 3 nights A nice hotel and a good night's sleep are an important part of your overall travel experience! When considering a hotel, we look at more than just the rooms. We look for hotels or bed and breakfasts which are committed to ensuring their guests are well looked after and pay attention to detail, for example offering locally sourced breakfast produce, or a special selection of toiletries, or tea and coffee making facilities in the room. Wherever possible your hotel will be perfectly positioned for exploring and will have a historical charm or maybe a new and innovative design. We choose the best possible places to stay ensuring that each night you are comfortably settled in a place that is welcoming and full of authentic local charm. We are on a mission to find the ingredients you need to wake feeling rested and looking forward to each day of your Caspin Journeys tour! Take a closer look at some properties we have chosen for you... Owner Guided.
What's Not Included
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International Travel
Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Not all tours include airport transfers (see Itinerary)
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Not Included
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Train Tickets
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping and Gratuities for your Trip Leaders is at your discretion
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Mini Bar & Bar Drinks
Please do not forget to settle your bill before leaving each Hotel
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Country Entry Visas
International travel always requires a valid passport(minimum six months).
Visas are required for travel to certain countries and must be arranged far in advance of departure.
It is your responsibility to check with the relevant embassy or consulate about the visa requirements for your Holiday- vacation. -
Travel Insurance
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It is a requirement of booking with Caspin Journeys Ltd that you have adequate personal travel insurance to cover the eventualities of your trip.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Because our hotel prices are based on double/twin bedrooms, we must charge a single supplement to an individual traveller using a private room on a trip. The single supplement reflects those costs — we don’t make money on it. To keep down these costs we book economical double rooms and they are sometimes smaller, even though they cost more per person.
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What is the tipping policy?
In the Service industry in Europe, tipping is customary but not obligatory and at one’s discretion. We at Caspin Journeys have a policy of tipping 10% for the great service we get from our hotels, restaurants and specialist guides. These gratuities are included in the price of your trip (Except for your Trip Leaders).
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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How can I purchase insurance for my Trip?
Travel insurance helps you relax about the holiday/vacation you are planning ahead. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your travel investment. Some insurance companies offer protection called “cancel for any work-related reason”. Make sure you take out insurance within the stipulated no. of days of making your reservation with us. We do not sell insurance.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
If you are the first to Book, You tour booking will be taken on a provisional basis, we will keep you updated and confirm the tour as soon as we reach six. We aim to confirm a tour at least 75 days before departure.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
As listed in the itinerary. (Not all tours include airport transfers)
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Activity Levels Explained. (Part 2 of 3
Moderate:Activity that involves walks and hikes mostly on unpaved trails and paths through hilly terrain with typical elevation gains and losses of 350-600m. Occasional steep and uneven sections of trails and steps. Challenging:Full day hikes, approximately 4-6 hours through mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains and losses (600-900m). Terrain may be rugged with uneven footpaths.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euros
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes. Prior to departure Caspin Journeys will provide you with useful information which will include: Names of the Participant. Details of Accommodation. Background reading. Packing list. Travel support.
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I'm a single Traveller. Will I be comfortable?
Yes, we do have guests who travel on their own and you’ll feel welcomed as we travel in small groups — max 10 — made up of couples, friends, solo travellers or family members travelling together.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes. You will mostly travel in our own air-conditioned Minibus from start to finish
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4star +
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Covid-19 Important: Please check for any vaccine requirements with the health authority of your country of origin
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Can I change my mind and transfer to another trip even after I've already made a reservation?
Transfers to another trip are allowed subject to availability. After your final payment due date we are unable to allow transfers. Any cancellation will follow the Cancellation Policy in our terms and conditions. When transferring to a different date or trip, if the trip costs more than your original trip, you must pay the difference. Exceptions to the Transfer Policy include our Private Trips.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes. We transport your luggage between hotels and bring it to your room. You may bring only 1 case and 1 daypack . 1 MEDIUM CASE (60 cm/24″ x 40 cm/16″ x 25 cm/10″) + 1 DAY PACK (43 cm/17″ x 33 cm/13″ x 15 cm/6″). We have limited space in the minibus and will ask you to pay transfer costs. During the day you only carry snacks, water, rainproof and personal items in your daypack
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes. Entrance fees to museums, events and parks as listed in the itinerary
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Activity Levels Explained. (Part 1 of 3
Leisurely: Walking and hiking trails and paths through rolling countryside with occasional steep trails with up to 350m elevation gain/loss. Fairly easy: Walks and hikes through gentle terrain, across fields, along coastal trails with little elevation gain/loss; altitude is not a factor. Occasionally slightly uneven paths and trails.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Can I speak to someone who has done this trip?
Of course! We can put you in touch with a reference who has done that trip. Just contact us!
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes. We can assist with advice with pre or post tour accommodation but require you to book direct.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes. 2 experienced Caspin Journeys guides 24/7
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes. As listed in the itinerary
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
International travel always requires a valid passport. Visas are required for travel to certain countries and must be arranged far in advance of departure. It is your responsibility to check with the relevant embassy or consulate about the visa requirements for your vacation.
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I am a vegetarian or have Dietary restrictions. Can yo accommodate this?
Yes! On the booking form or on a separate email you can provide us information on any special requests or requirements you may have. If you are vegetarian, let us know if that means you do/ do not eat poultry and/or fish. We pass the information along so that you do not have to worry about it during the trip. We can accommodate most dietary requests, so please do not hesitate to let us know.
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What if I dont want to participate in a scheduled walk or visit?
Our guides will make suggestions and you can choose what appeals to you. You may want to linger longer in a museum, sketch, watch the world go by in a café or shop while others are out walking. Many of our walks can be abbreviated with the option to jump in the minivan and catch a lift. This is your vacation not a marathon and it is important to us that you go home relaxed and invigorated.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
NO. (Unless on a private bespoke tour or by special arrangement)
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. International travel always requires a valid passport. Visas are required for travel to certain countries and must be arranged far in advance of departure. It is your responsibility to check with the relevant embassy or consulate about the visa requirements for your vacation.
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Activity Levels Explained. (Part 3 of 3
Strenuous: Full day hikes, 5-8 hours, requiring good stamina and some trekking through rugged mountainous terrain with steep climbs and descents of as much as 1500m, altitudes that can exceed 2000m and some rugged uneven footpaths. For full enjoyment of these tours good fitness is required.
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Company Instant Book
Yes We do. However, we strongly advice you to contact us to verify availability and check whether tour departure is guaranteed before you make any payments
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
In the FAQ we have included Activity Levels Explained. (please check them out)
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Which Airport to Fly to?
Pick-up and drop off at Naples International Airport. If you plan on staying in Naples for a few days early just make your way there and back on the airport shuttle bus which goes directly into town every 20 minutes.
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Will I need a Passport or Visa if I'm travelling internationally
International travel always requires a valid passport. Visas are required for travel to certain countries and must be arranged far in advance of departure. It is your responsibility to check with the relevant embassy or consulate about the visa requirements for your holiday/vacation.
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How Fit do I need to be to do a Caspin Journeys trip
You need to be healthy and have good general fitness. Our trips are not marathons. If you walk, swim, play golf or do another aerobic activity to stay fit, you shouldn’t have any trouble on our trips. Our trips have different levels of activity and you can choose the level that fits you best. And even then, you will have options. The Caspin support vehicle. Read about our Activity Levels
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes. 2 experienced guides 24/7, Local specialist guiding, All English speaking
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Joining instruction icluding backgroud reading
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Travelling opens our minds and broadens our horizons and it is better still if we do it responsibly and sustainably, and continuously improve our understanding and appreciation for the world around us.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Transfers to another trip are allowed subject to availability. After your final payment due date we are unable to allow transfers. Any cancellation will follow the Cancellation Policy in our terms and conditions. When transferring to a different date or trip, if the trip costs more than your original trip, you must pay the difference. Exceptions to the Transfer Policy include our Private and Custo
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1992
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks will be required on all transportation. We will have a supply as a backup. The spacious minibus will be sanitized and aired throughout the day. Dining at larger or separate tables and al fresco if possible! Sanitation measures –We are constantly reviewing the cleaning protocols with accommodation providers to ensure they comply with the most current safety guidelines.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
We tailored the best journeys for who wants to enjoy Italy, England, Spain or Corsica in small groups with like-minded
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
NO
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No
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