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Discover the Yorkshire Dales with Dales Tours, offering guided sightseeing tours from Grassington through some of the most spectacular scenery in England.
Based in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, our tours start in the picturesque village of Grassington and take you on a memorable journey through stunning landscapes, charming villages, historic landmarks and famous filming locations. Whether you're visiting the Dales for the first time or returning to explore more, our tours offer a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience this beautiful part of Yorkshire.
Our Yorkshire Dales tours are designed for small groups of up to six guests, providing a personal and friendly experience with plenty of opportunities to stop for photographs, discover interesting places and admire the scenery along the way.
We offer:
• Yorkshire Dales Highlights Tour – Discover the iconic scenery, charming villages, historic landmarks and hidden gems that make the Yorkshire Dales so special.
• All Creatures Great & Small Tour – Visit many of the filming locations featured in the popular television series, with fascinating stories about the locations and the books that inspired them.
• Grand Dales VIP Tour – Enjoy a full-day private excursion through the Yorkshire Dales, with a personalised itinerary designed around your interests.
Yorkshire Dales Highlights Tour
Discover the best of the Yorkshire Dales on a half day guided tour from Grassington.
Explore spectacular landscapes, picturesque villages, historic landmarks and hidden gems as you travel through some of the most beautiful parts of the Yorkshire Dales.
All Creatures Great & Small Tour
Step into the world of All Creatures Great & Small on a half day guided tour through the Yorkshire Dales.
Visit some of the beautiful villages and filming locations featured in the popular television series, while discovering the stories and landscapes that bring the world of James Herriot to life.
Grand VIP Yorkshire Dales Tour
Enjoy a private and personalised full day tour through the Yorkshire Dales.
Discover spectacular scenery, picturesque villages, historic landmarks and hidden gems at your own pace, with an itinerary tailored to your interests and the places you'd most like to explore.
Yorkshire Dales Highlights Tour
Discover the very best of the Yorkshire Dales on a half day guided sightseeing tour from Grassington. This relaxed and enjoyable tour takes you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Yorkshire, with opportunities to discover picturesque villages, historic landmarks, dramatic valleys and hidden gems along the way.
With a maximum of six guests, our Yorkshire Dales Highlights Tour offers a personal and friendly experience. Sit back and enjoy the scenery while we take care of the driving, with plenty of opportunities to stop, take photographs and explore some of the fascinating places that make the Yorkshire Dales so special.
The tour will include a selection of beautiful villages, scenic viewpoints, historic sites and many more highlights of the Dales. The exact route can vary depending on the season, weather and local conditions, ensuring that every journey is an enjoyable way to experience this spectacular part of Yorkshire.
Below are some of the places you may have the opportunity to see during your Yorkshire Dales Highlights Tour.
Before or after your tour, take time to Discover Grassington, one of the most picturesque villages in the Yorkshire Dales. The village provided the setting for Darrowby, the fictional Yorkshire village in James Herriot's much-loved books, All Creatures Great & Small. Take time to explore the village's attractive stone buildings, cobbled streets and welcoming atmosphere
Langstrothdale is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt valleys in the Yorkshire Dales. Surrounded by rolling hills and dramatic open landscapes, the dale offers spectacular views and a wonderful sense of peace and tranquillity. It is a perfect example of the natural beauty and character of the Yorkshire Dales.
Located in the heart of Wensleydale, Hawes is a lively market town surrounded by beautiful Yorkshire Dales countryside. It is particularly famous for Wensleydale cheese, which has been made in the area for centuries. During the tour, we'll make a refreshment stop in Hawes at the Creamery, giving you time to stretch your legs, enjoy a drink or something to eat.
Aysgarth Falls is one of the Yorkshire Dales' most famous natural attractions, consisting of a series of spectacular waterfalls cascading through ancient woodland and over the rocky bed of the River Ure. The falls have been a popular attraction for generations and provide a wonderful opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales.
Discover some of the Yorkshire Dales' most picturesque villages, with their traditional stone buildings, beautiful scenery and fascinating history. Depending on the route, we may visit or pass through:
Bainbridge • Askrigg • Carperby • West Burton • Buckden • Kettlewell • Starbotton
Follow the beautiful Upper Wharfedale valley, enjoying spectacular views and some of the most picturesque scenery in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Tour Info
Morning Tour: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Afternoon Tour: 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Maximum of 6 Passengers
Start & End Point: Ashfield House, Grassington
Collection and drop off from Skipton Train Station is available by prior arrangement.
All Creatures Great & Small Tour
Step into the world of All Creatures Great & Small on our guided tour through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Visit some of the many filming locations featured in the popular television series while enjoying the spectacular scenery, picturesque villages and landscapes that bring the world of James Herriot to life.
Explore the locations below and discover the stories behind some of the places featured in the series.
Grassington provided the setting for Darrowby, the fictional Yorkshire village at the heart of All Creatures Great & Small. Explore the village and discover some of the locations recognisable from the popular television series, while enjoying the character and scenery of this beautiful Yorkshire Dales village.
We visit a secret village in Littondale where you will see the rear yard scenes of Skeldale House, one of the recognisable locations featured in All Creatures Great & Small. You will also recognise the village green and the local pub.
Featured many times throughout the series as Helen Anderson's family farm, this is a familiar location for fans of All Creatures Great & Small.
Step inside this beautiful 15th-century church, which was used for the interior wedding scenes of James and Helen in All Creatures Great & Small.
The exterior of this beautiful 15th-century church, set close to the River Skirfare, was used as the location for James and Helen's wedding day in All Creatures Great & Small. See the setting where their memorable wedding scenes were filmed.
We’ll visit the location used for the interior of The Drovers Arms in All Creatures Great & Small, giving fans the opportunity to see another recognisable setting from the series.
Grand VIP Yorkshire Dales Tour
Explore the Yorkshire Dales on a full-day private tour, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests. Enjoy a cheese and wine tasting, a traditional afternoon cream tea, and the freedom to make the most of your time discovering the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
Your itinerary can be customised to suit your interests, allowing you to explore at your own pace and experience more of the places that make the Yorkshire Dales so special.
Why Choose Our VIP Tour
Experience a private tour across the Yorkshire Dales with exclusive benefits
Private Experience
Enjoy an exclusive tour with just your group and a dedicated guide.
Flexible Itinerary
Want to visit any extra nearby locations? We can customise your day to make it a day to remember
Cheese & Bubbles
Enjoy locally sourced cheese with a glass of bubbly. We'll find a place with a view and have a stop off to enjoy the delightful scenery.
Afternoon Cream Tea
Enjoy an Afternoon Cream Tea of freshly made scones, clotted cream and jam served alongside a cup of Yorkshire tea.
Collection & Dropoff
Need collecting or dropping off in Skipton? Just let us know and we will do our very best to collect you.
Full Day Experience with a Blog of your Day
Experience a full day of the Yorkshire Dales. We will even provide you with a blog of your day to make it an unforgettable experience
Tour Info
Grand VIP Tours: 9:30am to 5.00pm
Maximum of 6 Passengers
Start & End Point: Ashfield House, Grassington
Available Collection & Drop Off at Skipton Train station with prior arrangements.
