The Dales Way is an 84 mile trail which leads from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness on Windermere in Cumbria by way of Wharfedale, Dentdale and South Lakeland, from beneath England's most famous moor to its largest lake.

The trail passes through the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, discovering delightful villages such as Burnsall, Grassington, Kettlewell, Dent and Sedbergh. Savour the majesty of Bolton Abbey and walk by the engaging rivers of Wharfe, Dee, Rawthey, Lune, Sprint and Kent.

The route is less demanding than many long distance footpaths. For the first four days the route follows a mainly riverside trail through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, but it takes its opportunities to gain height and variety along the valley sides of both Wharfdale and Dentdale. After leaving the Dales the trail passes to the north of Kendal and into the Lake District for the final section of the walk.

Tour code
DW SG

Holidays include

• Selected accommodation including breakfast.

• Luggage transfer between overnight accommodation.

• Dales Way route maps.

• Personal accommodation to accommodation transfer if required.

Tour availability
This tour is available throughout the year.

Tailor made tours
Below are suggested itineraries however we can also put together a tour to meet your specific requirements. Therefore you can add or reduce the number of days you are on holiday or add rest days. Let us know your requirements and we will confirm an itinerary and price.

Grade of walk
This is a moderate route. The terrain of the Dales Way makes for less demanding walking than many long distance paths. Whilst it is a largely riverside route the way still grasps some opportunities to gain height along the valley sides of both Wharfedale and Dentdale, and as it crosses the moors between the two valleys.

Start of tour
Ilkley, Yorkshire.

End of tour
Bowness on Windemere, Cumbria.

Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in selected comfortable B&B’s, Guest Houses, Hotels and Inns. Nearly all accommodation is en-suite.

Meals
A full English breakfast is included. Packed lunches can be purchased from your overnight accommodation or from local convenience stores (where available). Evening meals can be purchased in pubs and overnight accommodation when a pub is not available.

Luggage transfer
For the duration of the walk you luggage is transferred door to door between overnight accommodation by baggage transfer service, so all you need to carry is a day rucksack and its contents.

Support vehicle
We hope that everyone who attempts the Dales Way will complete their challenge, however illness and injury sometimes occur. For this reason you are supported by a daily transport service, which can drive you from accommodation to accommodation if required. Small charge payable locally.

Maps
Included in the cost of your holiday is a Dales Way route maps. We also recommend Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps to compliment your route map. Please contact us if you require further information about purchasing OS maps.

Transport to and from the route
We do not provide this however there are train stations in Ilkley and Windermere. Local taxis are also available. A convenient major city and International airport is Manchester.
We can purchase rail tickest on your behalf, please contact us if you require this option.

Dales Way information and itineraries.

To book your holiday pick the itinerary that meets your requirements, then go to Book Your Holiday and follow the instructions.

If you want to follow an itinerary that is not listed below or add rest days on route please contact us.