Yorkshire Bike Tour EXPLORER | 6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS TREKTRAVEL.COM | 866-464-8735 YORKSHIRE BIKE TOUR THE LAKE DISTRICT & YORKSHIRE DALES TO THE COAST From Experience six spectacular days of riding through England’s literary $4299 landscapes on this point to point ride through Yorkshire. Your journey will Rider Level take you from Penrith to York, weaving through three national parks, out to Active / Avid the coast, and to the picturesque old fishing village of Robin’s Hood Bay. In a region steeped in history, you'll enjoy English cream teas as you ride Hotel Style Explorer along peaceful country roads through the heart of wild hills and purple- heather moors. While cycling past verdant pastures speckled with flocks of Duration 6 days | 5 nights sheep, soak in the timeless charm of traditional pubs in small towns along the way, and learn why this special region has long been the inspiration for Start | End so much classic literature and poetry. Ride, relax, and simply enjoy our Penrith, UK | York, UK enchanting Yorkshire bike tour. Book your trip with confidence » Dates 2022/Jul/Aug/Sep TRIP WOWS Ride across northern England, through three national parks - Lake District National Park, Yorkshire Dales National Park, and North Yorks Moors National Park Discover the thrill of cycling in Yorkshire, which hosted the 2019 UCI World Championships and the first two stages of the Tour de France in 2014 Experience English culture, from cream teas to frothy ales and much more! Enjoy a tour and tasting at our favorite local brewery and a scenic cruise on Ullswater, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Lake District Get to know the picturesque fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay, on the east coast of Yorkshire, the former stomping grounds of Norman conquerors and eighteenth-century smugglers DAILY ITINERARY 2022 AVID OPTION: TODAY'S RIDE: SHORT OPTION: Howton to Ravenstonedale with Day Howton to Ravenstonedale Howtown to Great Asby Common Climb Approximately 34 miles with 2,700 Approximately 25 miles with 1,400 Approximately 40 miles with 3,400 feet of climbing feet of climbing feet of climbing DESCRIPTION: 1 Welcome to England! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Penrith Railway Station at 11:00 AM. We will transfer 30 minutes to the shore of Ullswater, one of the most beautiful of the English lakes where you'll get on a boat and enjoy a cruise, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains as your guides introduce you to the region, then stepping off at the tiny village of Howtown where the bikes are waiting for you. After a brief introduction to your new travel companions and the rules of the road, you'll be fitted to your Trek bike. You'll then ride along the lakeside enjoying the mountain views all around. A short climb brings you onto the moors where you'll ride on peaceful country roads, taking you out of Lake District National Park and into the adjacent Yorkshire Dales National Park. Our route travels through a succession of pretty villages, such as Brampton, Shap, and Great Asby, each with their own church and country pub! Rolling terrain is a feature of the day’s ride which finishes with a fast descent, ending your beautiful ride at your lodging for the night in one of our favourite country inns. This evening you'll join the group for a chat over pre-dinner cocktails to learn more about the week ahead before heading to dinner at the lovely hotel restaurant to dine on a selection of regional specialties. HOTEL : The Black Swan INCL UDED MEAL S: VISIT WEBSITE Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner AVID OPTION: TODAY'S RIDE: SHORT OPTION: Ravenstonedale to Masham with Day Ravenstonedale to Masham Ravenstonedale to Reeth Buttertubs Climb Approximately 45 miles with 3,700 Approximately 25 miles with 2,600 Approximately 60 miles with 5,600 feet of climbing feet of climbing feet of climbing DESCRIPTION: 2 On this classic day of riding, you'll traverse the northern reaches of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, riding through the stunning Swaledale Valley with its archetypal Yorkshire Dales countryside. After a few miles to warm up the legs, take on a 1,000 foot climb out of the valley up onto Birkdale Common where you will enjoy quiet roads and wide-open vistas over the heather-clad moors. Your effort is rewarded as the next 20 miles are mainly downhill, passing through classic Yorkshire scenery of drystone walls, beautiful villages, and the ubiquitous fields full of sheep! At the village of Keld, you will reach the River Swale where you will ride through the emblematic Swaledale Valley. You'll enjoy hearing the distinct Yorkshire accent as we stop in the tiny village of Muker (less than 300 people call this place home!) for a traditional cream tea at our favorite local tea room, where you can have a "cuppa" and a scone while taking in the ambiance of northern village life as your guides share with you their local stories. For those choosing the avid route today, you will have a chance to take on Buttertubs Pass, a climb which was featured in the 2014 Tour de France Grand Depart. You'll then make your way to your next hotel located in the small market town of Masham, known for its annual sheep fair, family-run microbreweries, and a thriving arts and crafts community. Tonight we will enjoy dinner together as a group at the hotel's celebrated restaurant. HOTEL : The White Bear Hotel INCL UDED MEAL S: VISIT WEBSITE Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner TODAY'S RIDE: SHORT OPTION: The Nidderdale Loop Masham to Grassington Day Approximately 57 miles with 5,200 Approximately 26 miles with 1,700 TODAY'S ACTIVITY: feet of climbing feet of climbing Brewery tour DESCRIPTION: After enjoying a hearty English breakfast, you’ll enjoy more superb terrain as you continue riding through the Yorkshire 3 Dales National Park and its many historic villages. It’s a tale of three dales as we ride through the stunning valleys (or dales) of Coverdale, Wharfedale, and Nidderdale on a memorable loop through the National Park. There are some longer climbs today with a few testing ramps but each brings its own reward, not the least of which is the fast, fun descent into the next dale! We first ride through Coverdale, a valley which is notable for the ‘shake holes’ which dot the land on both sides. These are conical pits dissolved into limestone over a long time by the action of the rain and it creates a very unique geological landscape. Enjoy sweeping views as you roll from valley to valley, with a steep descent into Wharfedale, a supremely scenic spot with rocky hillsides catching your eye at either side. You'll pass the Gouthwaite Reservoir, a particularly good location for bird-watching, before your final climb of the day onto High Ash Head Moor and a last few fast miles to end the day's magnificent ride. Back at Masham, we'll visit one of our favorite local breweries, the Black Sheep Brewery Bar, for a freshly poured pint and then you'll head out for a free evening in the village. HOTEL : The White Bear Hotel INCL UDED MEAL S: VISIT WEBSITE Breakfast | Lunch TODAY'S RIDE: SHORT OPTION: AVID OPTION: Masham to Helmsley Masham to Boltby Hawnby to Laskill Loop Day Approximately 33 miles with 2,200 Approximately 23 miles with 1,200 Approximately 37 miles with 2,800 feet of climbing feet of climbing feet of climbing DESCRIPTION: Today offers an easier day of riding as we head east, positioning ourselves for our ride to the coast the following day. 4 You'll leave Masham today following a relaxed morning and a delicious breakfast. You'll cross the flatlands to reach the traditional market town of Thirsk, made famous for being the home of the veterinary surgeon and author, James Herriot, who created entertaining stories recounting his nearly 50 years of practicing veterinarian medicine for the surrounding villages. These stories have since been transformed into a highly popular British television series, "All Creatures Great and Small." With Thirsk's medieval cobbled market square, original frontage shops, and historic coaching inns, you’ll appreciate having some free time to explore and have lunch on your own in town. Leaving town, you'll ride into North York Moors National Park. After passing through the village of Boltby, a short but sharp climb will take you onto the escarpment with elevated views of the surrounding countryside. A glorious descent takes you past the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, one of England's most powerful Cistercian monasteries until it was seized under the infamous King Henry VIII in 1538, then into the town of Helmsley, where you'll finish your ride beneath the flanks of Helmsley Castle. Your hotel for tonight in the charming village of Helmsley, where we will convene for a dinner of local specialties. Also be sure to try some of the delicious local county cheeses that Yorkshire has become known for. HOTEL : Feathers Hotel INCL UDED MEAL S: VISIT WEBSITE Breakfast | Dinner TODAY'S RIDE: AVID OPTION: Helmsley to Robin Hood’s Bay Westerdale Moor loop Day Approximately 45 miles with 4,000 Approximately 48 miles with 4,800 feet of climbing feet of climbing DESCRIPTION: On your last full day of riding, you'll start with a dramatic climb up onto the high moors and into the heart of the North York 5 Moors National Park. With 44,000 hectares of heather moorland designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest, this park has a vast heathland habitat and an array of breeding birds, such as red grouse, curlew, and golden plover.