Kendalfrom York

The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small

5.0(133 reviews)
8h 30min

Description

Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off included. Explore the backroads and unspoilt countryside of James Herriot Country on this exclusive small-group tour from York. Travelling in an intimate group of no more than 6 people, you'll see the scenery and drive roads inaccessible to other, larger tour groups. Discover the rolling moors and lush valleys of the Yorkshire Dales, the fascinating 'World of James Herriot Museum' in Thirsk and the ancient crypt below Ripon Cathedral. Along the way you'll discover the English countryside so beautifully showcased on All Creatures Great & Small. You'll explore Wharfedale & Wensleydale, visit Grassington (Darrowby in All Creatures Great & Small) and the Alderson's Farm at Yockenthwaite. You'll have chance to taste local cheese at the Wensleydale Creamery and enjoy countless photo opportunities in the Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great and Small.

Highlights

  • Small Group
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Day Trips
  • Cultural Tours
  • Top Product
  • Full-day Tours
  • Short term availability
  • Historical Tours
  • Private and Luxury
  • Bus Tours

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raccolta in hotel / indirizzo

What's included

Included

  • Local, experienced driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Entrance Ticket for the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in York city centre

Not included

  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Enjoy the chance to explore the World of James Herriot Museu

    Enjoy the chance to explore the World of James Herriot Museum, in the building where the world's most famous vet lived, worked and wrote his amazing books.

    1hAdmission included
  2. 2

    We make a brief visit to the small city of Ripon to visit th

    We make a brief visit to the small city of Ripon to visit the amazing cathedral, built on the site of the original Saxon church. You can explore the cathedral and its original crypt, built in 672AD.

    20 min
  3. 3

    Discover the quintessential English countryside as we travel

    Discover the quintessential English countryside as we travel through Wharfedale and Wensleydale on an amazing scenic tour of the Yorkshire Dales. This is the landscape and scenery made famous by James Herriot's adventures in All Creatures Great & Small. Countless photo opportunities present themselves as we take to the rural back roads and farm tracks that take us off the beaten track.

    2h 30min
  4. 4

    Take a walk across the village green and alongside the river

    Take a walk across the village green and alongside the river Wharfe, following in the footsteps of Mrs Hall and her gentleman friend Gerald.

    10 min
  5. 5

    We enjoy a lunchtime stop in the charming town of Grassingto

    We enjoy a lunchtime stop in the charming town of Grassington ("Darrowby" in All Creatures Great & Small). You can see Skeldale House and the instantly recognisable market square from All Creatures Great & Small. To save time, your guide can help pre-order lunch (own expense) at the Drover's Arms (in reality, the Devonshire).

    1h 30min
  6. 6

    You'll pause in Hubberholme, where we have chance to see the

    You'll pause in Hubberholme, where we have chance to see the amazing Church of St Michael and All Angels. The inside of the church is recognisable as the place where James & Helen get married.

    15 min
  7. 7

    We drive through Yockenthwaite - the location featured as He

    We drive through Yockenthwaite - the location featured as Heston Grange - the Alderson's Farm, where James first meets Helen, in All Creatures Great & Small. We stop for photos overlooking Yockenthwaite.

    15 min
  8. 8

    We make a brief afternoon stop at the Wenselydale Creamery -

    We make a brief afternoon stop at the Wenselydale Creamery - chance to sample an amazing array of local cheeses in the free tasting room.

    20 min

Useful information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please ensure you are ready to be collected by 8:20am at the latest.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

  • More than 0 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Bambino5-15 anni
    120
  • Adulto16-99 anni
    120

Review distribution

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