The Yorkshire Dales & York 24

Monday

We travel north, arriving in Harrogate during the afternoon

Tuesday

This morning we visit Knaresborough. Knaresborough Castle is a ruined fortress overlooking the River Nidd that was a stronghold of medieval kings. From here, we return to Harrogate for free time. Harrogate
boasts the world-famous Betty’s tearooms, founded in 1919 by a Swiss confectioner. This afternoon enjoy a stroll through the lovely Valley Gardens and maybe Afternoon Tea at Betty’s or visit the Royal Pump Rooms Museum.

Wednesday

Our day begins with a full day tour around the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We head towards Masham then on towards Middleham and along Wensleydale past, Aysgarth arriving at the magical little market
town of Hawes – home to the worldfamous Wensleydale Creamery. In the afternoon we will head back south to the hotel via the Ribblehead Viaduct, Horton in Ribblesdale to Settle and across country to Harrogate

Thursday

We leave our hotel and head for historic York. We have the day to explore this fascinating city with lots of attractions to keep you busy, such as the National Railway Museum, Jorvik
Centre, the City Walls, the little streets and alleyways in the centre, not forgetting the magnificent Minster

Friday

Departing after breakfast we commence our journey homeward, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route.