York, Yorkshire Steam Train & Settle to Carlisle Railway
York, Yorkshire Steam Train & Settle to Carlisle Railway
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York, Yorkshire Steam Train & Settle to Carlisle Railway
5 Days Starting and ending in Bradford, England
Visiting: England
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10267
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Yorkshire with the "York, Yorkshire Steam Train & Settle to Carlisle Railway" tour. Enjoy a comfortable 4-night stay at the stylish Leonardo Hotel in Bradford, complete with dinner and breakfast. Delight in excursions to the historic city of York, where you can explore the magnificent York Minster and the charming Shambles. Experience the nostalgia of steam travel on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, and soak in the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales. The tour's highlight is a breathtaking ride on the Settle to Carlisle Railway, renowned for its stunning scenery and engineering marvels like the Ribblehead Viaduct. With return coach travel included, this tour promises a memorable exploration of Yorkshire's rich heritage and natural beauty.
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Itinerary
York, Yorkshire Steam Train & Settle to Carlisle Railway
York (full day)
For our first excursion we head to the historic city of York. Make time for the glorious York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe with world-famous stained-glass windows. Other highlights include the narrow cobbled streets of the ‘Shambles’ where the buildings date back to medieval times, the Jorvik Centre which tells the story of York’s Viking heritage and the ancient walls surrounding the city. The famous Betty’s tea rooms are also worth a visit, or why not head to the National Railway Museum? Home to a stunning range of famous locomotives including speedy Mallard, impressive Duchess of Hamilton and an authentic replica of George Stephenson’s Rocket, here we can also discover fascinating tales, relics and objects from centuries of railway history.
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway & Grassington (full day)
We take a trip on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, a preserved heritage railway that runs for four miles between the award-winning Bolton Abbey station and Embsay station, which was built in 1888. Both stations offer gift shops and tea rooms and most trains are hauled by beautifully-restored steam engines, the oldest one dating back to 1908. As you sit back and relax, imagine you are travelling in the Golden Age of steam while admiring the Yorkshire Dales landscapes.
Afterwards we head to Grassington, a delight to visit with its bustling cobbled market square, fringed by shops offering local arts and crafts, all set against a beautiful scenic backdrop in the Yorkshire Dales.
Settle-Carlisle Railway (full day)
Our memorable journey on the world-famous Settle to Carlisle Railway might well be the highlight of our break. Arguably the most scenic line in the country, it took 6,000 men seven years to build! The line cuts a 72-mile swathe across the Yorkshire Dales, over the 24 arches of the Ribblehead Viaduct, through the long tunnel at Blea Moor and on past the lush pastures of the Eden Valley. We arrive in Carlisle, where we enjoy some free time at leisure, before taking our return train.
What's Included
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Return Coach Travel
The tour includes return coach travel for all participants.
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Excursion to York
The tour includes a full-day excursion to the historic city of York.
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Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
The tour includes a trip on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, a preserved heritage railway.
Accommodation
Featuring a stylish décor, the Leonardo Hotel in Bradford offers a comfortable stay with en-suite bedrooms, flat-screen TVs, complimentary toiletries, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy a bar, restaurant, on-site Costa shop, gym, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a pleasant experience.Mode of Transport
The tour includes return coach travel and heritage train journeys on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway and the Settle-Carlisle Railway, providing a scenic and nostalgic travel experience through the picturesque landscapes of Yorkshire.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes a stay at the Leonardo Hotel in Bradford, which features stylish décor, en-suite bedrooms with a flat-screen TV, complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee-making facilities, a bar, restaurant, on-site Costa shop, gym, and free Wi-Fi.
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What can I expect during the excursion to York?
During the excursion to York, you can explore the historic city, including York Minster, the Shambles, the Jorvik Centre, and the ancient city walls. You can also visit Betty's tea rooms or the National Railway Museum, which houses famous locomotives and railway history artifacts.
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What is special about the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway excursion?
The Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway excursion offers a trip on a preserved heritage railway with beautifully-restored steam engines. The journey runs for four miles between Bolton Abbey and Embsay stations, both of which have gift shops and tea rooms. The experience evokes the Golden Age of steam while showcasing the Yorkshire Dales landscapes.
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What makes the Settle-Carlisle Railway journey memorable?
The Settle-Carlisle Railway journey is memorable for its scenic route, which spans 72 miles across the Yorkshire Dales, over the Ribblehead Viaduct, through the Blea Moor tunnel, and past the Eden Valley. It is considered one of the most scenic lines in the country and took 6,000 men seven years to build.
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