York & Castle Howard
York & Castle Howard
York & Castle Howard
5 Days Starting and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: York, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Harrogate, Castle Howard
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SGBRH
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 25
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Welcome to the Bronte sisters scenic Yorkshire Dales and the vibrant city of York with its magnificent Minster and medieval Shambles. Explore the city and take in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside including Bingley Five Rise Locks en route to Harrogate. Finally – find yourself in the film location of Brideshead Revisited at the iconic Castle Howard.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : York
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Location: York
Accommodation Name: Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre
Meals Included: Dinner
Make your own way to York. This evening enjoy a Welcome Drink with your travel companions and Tour Manager in the bar area of your hotel before a delicious dinner.
Day 2 : Sightseeing In York
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Location: York
Accommodation Name: Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast enjoy a full day in York to discover the highlights of this wonderful city. We start with a visit to York Minster one of the largest cathedrals of its kind and the second-largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. Seat of the Archbishop of York the cathedral has beautiful stained glass and a rose window in its south transept which dates to around 1500. Your Tour Manager will then take you on an orientation walk of the main parts of the city – including a visit to the Shambles – a historic street lined with medieval buildings. See Clifford’s Tower – a castle keep once used as a prison and then a mint. The rest of your day is free to explore. Perhaps consider a visit to the time capsule-style Viking attraction JORVIK or the National Railway Museum of York – just a short walk from the city centre. In the evening return to your hotel and have a relaxed dinner.
Day 3 : Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate
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Location: Yorkshire Dales National Park, Harrogate
Accommodation Name: Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning after a hearty breakfast, we travel to Bingley in the Yorkshire Dales. You will have the chance to photograph the highest Staircase Lock which was constructed in 1774 as part of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal system. We then stop in Haworth located at the edge of the rugged Pennine Moors. It is here that the Bronte family lived from 1820 and it is also the town where the sisters wrote their famous novels. You may wish to visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum and the Bronte Memorial Chapel in the nearby church where their father preached or simply explore the quaint shops along the cobbled main street. You will also have free time here for lunch before we head on to Harrogate. You may wish to have a traditional tea at the famous Betty’s Café and Tea rooms or simply explore the centre of town with its beautiful buildings and gardens. In the evening we return to the hotel and enjoy dinner with your travel companions.
Day 4 : Castle Howard
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Location: Castle Howard
Accommodation Name: Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning after breakfast travel to the iconic Castle Howard. The Daily Telegraph stated that Castle Howard is ‘One of the top 10 buildings you must visit in your lifetime’ and we agree. Famed (amongst other things) for being the location of the television series Brideshead Revisited which was first broadcast in 1981 and went on to run until 2008 – Castle Howard has it all from picturesque gardens to the magnificent castle itself. Enjoy a guided tour to discover the history here and then free time when you could also visit the wonderful Farm Shop and Garden Centre before returning to your hotel. Meet with your fellow travel companions this evening for your final dinner at the hotel.
Day 5 : York
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Location: York
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, after a leisurely breakfast, say farewell to your travel companions and Tour Manager as you return home after your short break to Yorkshire.
What's Included
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A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
Just You Holiday Director as your host and guide
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All highlights included
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Free parking at hotel for duration
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Travel in destination by coach; public bus and guided walks
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Porterage
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Meals
8 included meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners including a welcome drink
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Accommodation
4 nights half board in a 4-star hotel
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No, 18 years and over
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
25
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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