A Yorkshire Retreat

Day 1

We drive north to Skipton –
‘Gateway to the Dales’. In the
afternoon we enjoy a scenic drive
through the Yorkshire Dales via Bolton
Abbey and Blubberhouses to
Harrogate for our 2-night stay at the
popular Doubletree by Hilton
Majestic Hotel.

Day 2

Harrogate is one of
Yorkshire’s most elegant destinations.
With free time to discover its
handsome historic buildings and
verdant gardens, why not indulge in
an antiques hunt or visit the luxurious
Turkish baths. Enjoy afternoon tea at
the famous Betty's tearoom and then
enjoy a stroll through the floral Valley
Gardens… The day is yours to enjoy!

Day 3

A full day excursion to the
historic City of York. Within this
beautiful city over 2000 years of
history are packed into its compact space. York Minster, the largest Gothic
cathedral in northern Europe,
welcomes over 2 million visitors a
year, to walk under its gothic archway
& admire the dizzyingly high ceilings,
128 striking stained-glass windows, or
to climb Central Tower for the aweinspiring views over the city. Visit
some of the many famous museums
within the city's wall including the
Jorvik Viking Centre or the National
Railway Museum. Stroll through the
Shambles, with is vast array of craft &
gift shops, restaurants, clothing and
sweet shops before making yourself
at home in one of the charming tea
rooms...... York is just a great place to
be! We return home late afternoon.