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London, York, and the Yorkshire Dales

Seven-day England rail trip linking London, York, and the Yorkshire Dales

Illustration of London, York, and the Yorkshire Dales

Railbookers operates this seven-day, six-night rail trip through England, starting and ending in London with a three-night stay in York in between. Travel between the two cities is by train, included in the package. The days mix guided highlights with time to explore on your own. Day 2 is a full-day guided tour of London taking in St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London and its Crown Jewels, a Thames river cruise, and the London Eye. In York, Day 4 is left free to walk the city walls or visit York Minster, while Day 5 is a small group day trip into the Yorkshire Dales National Park, stopping at Grassington and Hawes to sample Wensleydale cheese. The trip suits travelers who want a taste of both English cities and countryside on a relatively easy pace, choosing their own hotel tier from the package's list of options.

What to know before you look closer

  • The hotel list for this package is 12 options across different tiers and cities rather than a fixed set of stays, so the specific hotel you get depends on the tier and city you choose.
  • Days 1, 4, and 7 are unguided time, spent exploring London or York, or checking out, without a guide.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: London

    Your Journey Begins in London

    Welcome to London! Check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the day exploring the city at your leisure. Perhaps visit Buckingham Palace or stroll through Hyde Park.

  2. Day 2overnight: London

    London

    After breakfast, join a full-day guided tour showcasing London's most iconic sights. Begin with a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral before heading to Buckingham Palace to witness the famous Changing of the Guard. Continue to the historic Tower of London to explore its storied past and view the Crown Jewels, then enjoy a relaxing private cruise along the River Thames. Conclude your day with sweeping panoramic views over the city from the London Eye.

  3. Day 3railovernight: York

    London to York

    Board a train to York and check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Spend the afternoon exploring York's medieval streets, including the famous Shambles.

  4. Day 4overnight: York

    York

    Enjoy a day at your leisure in York. Visit the magnificent York Minster, walk along the ancient city walls, or delve into history at the Jorvik Viking Centre.

  5. Day 5overnight: York

    Day Trip to Yorkshire Dales

    Following breakfast, join your extraordinary adventure through the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Explore the captivating village of Grassington, famous for its quaint Market Square and filming locations from "All Creatures Great and Small," and continue through the scenic Dales to Hawes, the unofficial capital, where you can sample Wensleydale cheese. Conclude your journey with a visit to the historic Castle Bolton, enjoying its gardens, Birds of Prey, and panoramic views before returning to York.

  6. Day 6railovernight: London

    York to London

    Travel back to London by train and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. Spend your final evening in London revisiting your favorite sights or exploring new ones.

  7. Day 7rail

    Your Journey Ends in London

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels. If you would like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert and we can help you make all the arrangements.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A full-day guided tour of London visits St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels, includes a private cruise on the River Thames, and takes in the London Eye.
  • Day 3The train journey from London ends with an afternoon exploring York's medieval streets, including the Shambles.
  • Day 4A free day in York for York Minster, the ancient city walls, and the Jorvik Viking Centre.
  • Day 5A small group day trip through the Yorkshire Dales National Park stops in Grassington, a filming location for All Creatures Great and Small, and continues to Hawes to sample Wensleydale cheese.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in London
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in York
  • London city tour including the London Eye
  • 24-hour York Sightseeing Pass
  • Small Group Day Trip to Yorkshire Dales from York

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railbookers includes rail travel as part of the package, covering the journey from London to York and the return to London.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?
It is a mix. Day 2 includes a full-day guided tour of London and Day 5 is a small group guided day trip to the Yorkshire Dales, while Days 1, 4, and 7 are left free for you to explore on your own.
What hotels are used?
The package offers a list of 12 hotel options across London and York at different tiers, so the specific hotel depends on the tier and city option you select.
How much walking does this trip involve?
The London city tour on Day 2 visits St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London on foot, and Day 4 in York includes walking the ancient city walls at your own pace.

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