Included: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 5-day Yorkshire Dales hiking tour Lodging for 4 nights in a hotel (double occupancy, ensuite) All breakfasts and lunches on walking days, as in the itinerary (cooked & continental breakfast, picnic lunches or pub/inn lunch) Transfers to/from Settle and trailheads Add-ons (available at an additional fee, leave us a note at checkout) Single occupancy room Extra nights before or after the tour Not included: Transportation to England Dinners, snacks, and drinks Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

In order to join this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour, good fitness is required . You have to be able to walk for 4-7 hours per day . The most you’ll hike within a day is up to 16 km (10 mi), with 570 m (1,870 ft) of elevation gain/loss. For day-by-day distances and elevation changes, check out the itinerary.

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking boots or shoes Comfortable hiking clothes Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.) Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour , the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8 :1. It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 to 12 participants . Yorkshire Dales hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Yorkshire Dales hiking tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has participants under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Is a single occupancy room available?

The price for this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour is based on twin-share rooms , but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee . Leave us a note at checkout if you’re interested in having a room to yourself.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Yorkshire Dales hiking tour is either Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) , or the Ilkley train station—it depends on what suits you better. Your guides will come pick you up at around 12 p.m. (noon) on Day 1 and take you to Settle, it should take about an hour. Your guides can also help organize a hotel for the night before, leave us a note at checkout if interested.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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Yorkshire Dales Hiking: 5-Day Tour in Northern England

5 days | Easy to Moderate

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In local currency: £595

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The English countryside is something else—lush green hills, stone-built villages, and friendly pubs tucked along quiet country lanes. We have 5 days in the Yorkshire Dales, and we plan to make the most of them as we explore the rugged western valleys. Our base will be a cozy traditional inn or hotel in the historic town of Settle, whose origins date back to the 7th century and whose surrounding landscapes were shaped millions of years before that. With its rich heritage and welcoming hospitality, this corner of England perfectly blends adventure with timeless rural character.

Adventure Highlights

Pub evenings & local fare: Finish your days with hearty Yorkshire dishes and the warm atmosphere of traditional countryside pubs
Wizarding views at Malham: We’ll visit Malham Cove’s dramatic limestone pavement, famously featured in Harry Potter
Nature at its best: Experience everything from rolling green dales to towering cliffs, limestone pavements, caves, and sweeping moorland

Duration

5 days

Season

Year-round

Group size

Up to 12 people

The adventure, day by day

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Yorkshire Dales hiking doesn’t get better than this 5-day guided adventure based in the historic market town of Settle. Explore rolling dales, limestone pavements, and iconic spots like Malham Cove while enjoying daily guided walks, accommodation, breakfasts, and transfers included. With peaceful scenery, charming villages, and evenings free to relax in local pubs, it’s the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and classic English countryside charm.

Day 1: Arrival and Settle Circuit

We arrive at Leeds Bradford Airport or Ilkley Train Station by midday and transfer to Settle, our base for the next four nights. After settling in, we head out for a gentle afternoon walk—a perfect warm-up for the days ahead. The Settle Circuit offers a taste of the Yorkshire Dales with its crags, caves, and wide views over the town below.

Hiking: 7 km (4.3 mi), ~2 hours
Elevation: +/-300 m (985 ft)
Accommodation: Local guesthouse in Settle

Day 2: Ingleborough Circuit

We transfer to Ribbleshead and begin our hike beneath the impressive Ribblehead Viaduct—a masterpiece of Victorian engineering. From here, we follow the valley before climbing steadily to the summit of Ingleborough, one of Yorkshire’s famous Three Peaks. The descent leads us through striking limestone pavements to Horton-in-Ribblesdale, where our transfer back to Settle awaits.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Hiking: 15 km (9.3 mi), ~6–7 hours
Elevation: +/-500 m (1,640 ft)
Accommodation: Local guesthouse in Settle

Day 3: Settle – Malham Cove – Settle

We set off directly from Settle, climbing onto the open moors with sweeping views across the Dales. The path leads past dramatic limestone scars and towards the iconic Malham Cove, where scenes from Harry Potter were filmed. We explore Gordale Scar’s hidden waterfall, the enchanting Janet’s Foss, and the charming village of Malham before looping back to Settle through stunning limestone country.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Hiking: 16 km (10 mi), ~6–7 hours
Elevation: +/-570 m (1,870 ft)
Accommodation: Local guesthouse in Settle

Day 4: Clapham to Settle

After a short transfer to Clapham, we begin our final walk linking some of the most picturesque villages in the Dales—Austwick, Feizor, and Stainforth. The route passes quiet lanes, rolling hills, and another lovely waterfall before following the River Ribble south back to Settle. It’s a perfect finale combining classic scenery and timeless Yorkshire charm.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Hiking: 14 km (8.7 mi), ~5–6 hours
Elevation: +/-475 m (1,558 ft)
Accommodation: Local guesthouse in Settle

Day 5: Departure

After breakfast, we say farewell to the Dales and transfer to Ilkley Train Station or Leeds Bradford Airport — both about an hour away.

Meals: Breakfast

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Lodging

Cozy traditional inn or hotel

During our time in Settle, we will stay in a traditional local inn or hotel—typically the Golden Lion or the Harts Head—both known for their warm Yorkshire hospitality. These charming properties offer a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with comfortable double-occupancy rooms, classic pub-style lounges, and a friendly local feel. After each day on the trails, we return to hearty meals, relaxed surroundings, and the timeless character of an authentic Dales inn.

A single occupancy room may be available at an additional fee, leave us a note at checkout if interested.

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Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 5-day Yorkshire Dales hiking tour
  - Lodging for 4 nights in a hotel (double occupancy, ensuite)
  - All breakfasts and lunches on walking days, as in the itinerary (cooked & continental breakfast, picnic lunches or pub/inn lunch)
  - Transfers to/from Settle and trailheads
Add-ons (available at an additional fee, leave us a note at checkout)
- - Single occupancy room
  - Extra nights before or after the tour
Not included:
- - Transportation to England
  - Dinners, snacks, and drinks
  - Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
In order to join this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour, good fitness is required. You have to be able to walk for 4-7 hours per day. The most you’ll hike within a day is up to 16 km (10 mi), with 570 m (1,870 ft) of elevation gain/loss. For day-by-day distances and elevation changes, check out the itinerary.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  - Comfortable hiking clothes
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.)
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 to 12 participants.
Yorkshire Dales hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Yorkshire Dales hiking tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this Yorkshire Dales hiking tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. Leave us a note at checkout if you’re interested in having a room to yourself.
The starting point of your Yorkshire Dales hiking tour is either Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), or the Ilkley train station—it depends on what suits you better. Your guides will come pick you up at around 12 p.m. (noon) on Day 1 and take you to Settle, it should take about an hour.

Your guides can also help organize a hotel for the night before, leave us a note at checkout if interested.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

Basic
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Super Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.