Burley in Wharfedale, England, United Kingdom
Car Tour, Sightseeing
1 day
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Enjoy a day exploring the Yorkshire Dales with a driver guide. A popular car tour, this gives you a better appreciation for the county’s scenery and landscape. You will also learn of the history of what made this part of Yorkshire the great treasure it is today.
You will visit Harrogate and see the glorious Victorian influence of the old spa town. A viewing of Ripley Castle, Hotel de Ville and French Gothic architecture will delight culture lovers. A stop in Ripon will showcase a 13th century gothic cathedral. As we pass Fountain Abbey and natural curved rocks at Brimham, it will be clear why this region has an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designation.
We will travel into the limestone country seeking the limekilns and old lead mines. A visit to the largest artwork installation at Coldstone Cut will also give spectacular views of the quarry. Stretch your legs as we do a walking tour at Grassington.
As we continue the tour, you will learn about the local sheep town history and see the Skipton Castle. Enjoy the scenery as we pass through Otley on our return trip.
