Yorkshire & The Peak District Study Tour
October 25 - November 1, 2026
York •Yorkshire Moors & Dales • Peak District • Chester
For travel advisors who want to create unforgettable journeys through England's historic cities, grand estates, and spectacular countryside.
Not because you've read about Yorkshire or seen it on TV.
Because you've wandered York's medieval streets.
Because you've stood beneath the soaring ceilings of York Minster, explored grand estates like Chatsworth House and Castle Howard, wandered through the ruins of Fountains Abbey and Whitby Abbey, and discovered why the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District continue to capture travelers' imaginations.
That's the goal of our Yorkshire & The Peak District Study Tour.
Designed exclusively for travel advisors, this immersive experience combines destination education, thoughtfully selected hotels, and meaningful local experiences so you can return home ready to confidently create exceptional England itineraries.
You'll return home with more than photos and hotel brochures.
You'll return with the confidence that only firsthand experience provides.
Why Experience Matters
True destination expertise comes from experiencing a place firsthand.
Our Study Tours focus on helping you develop the knowledge, confidence, and firsthand experience that exceptional advisors rely on.
That means:
Because clients don't just want information. They want advice grounded in experience.
-
Experience England the way your clients dream about it
-
Learn how to design itineraries that balance iconic sights with quieter moments
-
Discover which experiences are truly worth recommending
-
Explore different accommodation styles and who they're best suited for
-
Exchange ideas and planning strategies with fellow advisors
-
Build the confidence that only firsthand experience provides
What Makes This Tour Different
We believe destination expertise comes from understanding not only what to recommend, but why it matters.
Throughout this journey you'll discover England through its historic cities, spectacular landscapes, grand estates, and timeless traditions.
Distinctive Stays
Experience Yorkshire and the Peak District through thoughtfully selected hotels that showcase different sides of Northern England, from historic York to the rolling countryside of the Peak District.
Grand Estates & Historic Place
Explore York Minster, Fountains Abbey, Castle Howard, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, and Whitby Abbey while discovering the stories, landscapes, and traditions that have shaped England for centuries.
Expertise That Lasts
Return home understanding not only what to recommend, but why. You'll know how to combine historic cities, quiet villages, dramatic coastlines, and grand estates into journeys that reveal a side of England many travelers never discover.
Highlights include iconic landmarks, charming market towns, grand country estates, and unforgettable landscapes that showcase the very best of Yorkshire and the Peak District.
York
-
Stay in the heart of historic York
-
Welcome dinner at The Bow Room, a Michelin-guide restaurant in the oldest continuously inhabited building in England
-
Guided walking tour of York
-
Visit York Minster
-
York's Chocolate Story or JORVIK Viking Centre
-
Free time to explore The Shambles and independent shops
Yorkshire Dales
-
Heritage railway journey through the Yorkshire Dales
-
Explore the market town of Skipton
-
Guided visit to Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden
North York Moors & Coast
-
Visit Whitby Abbey
-
Free time to explore Whitby
-
Scenic drive through North York Moors National Park
Castle Howard & Bakewell
-
Guided visit to Castle Howard
-
Explore Bakewell, one of the Peak District's best-known market towns
The Peak District
-
Stay in the heart of Bakewell
-
Pre-opening guided visit to Haddon Hall
-
Guided visit to Chatsworth House with afternoon tea
-
Time to experience the villages, landscapes, and slower pace of the Peak District
Chester
-
Medieval walking tour of Chester
-
Time to explore independently
-
Farewell dinner
Tour Highlights
Itinerary Overview
Days 1-3 | Discover York & the Yorkshire Dales
Begin your journey in York, one of England's most historic cities. Enjoy a Michelin-guide welcome dinner at The Bow Room at Grays Court Hotel, England's oldest continuously inhabited building. Walk the medieval streets, explore York Minster, and choose between learning about the city's chocolate-making heritage or stepping back into Viking-era England at JORVIK.
Beyond the city, venture into the Yorkshire Dales to experience rolling countryside, charming market towns, a heritage railway, and the remarkable ruins and gardens of Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 4 | Whitby & the North York Moors
Spend the day exploring the dramatic Yorkshire coast and the historic fishing town of Whitby.
Visit the ruins of Whitby Abbey overlooking the North Sea, enjoy time to explore the town, and return to York through the sweeping landscapes of North York Moors National Park for a very different perspective on the region.
Day 5 | Castle Howard & Bakewell
Visit Castle Howard, one of England's most spectacular country estates, before continuing south toward the Peak District.
Later, arrive in Bakewell and spend time exploring one of the Peak District's best-known market towns, with its stone buildings, independent shops, and classic English countryside atmosphere.
Day 6 | Haddon Hall & Chatsworth House
Experience two of England's most remarkable historic homes and discover how different approaches to preservation create completely different visitor experiences.
Begin with a pre-opening visit to Haddon Hall, one of England's best-preserved medieval manor houses, before continuing to Chatsworth House, the grand seat of the Dukes of Devonshire. Through guided visits and time to explore, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how these iconic estates fit into the stories travelers want to experience in England today.
Day 7 | Chester & Farewell
Conclude your journey in Chester, one of England's best-preserved medieval cities.
Walk the ancient city walls, admire the famous black-and-white buildings lining the Rows, and enjoy time exploring before gathering for a farewell dinner to celebrate a week of learning, inspiration, and new friendships.
Day 8 | Departure
After breakfast, depart Chester with a deeper understanding of England's history, landscapes, and culture, as well as greater confidence in the experiences you recommend to your clients.
Where You'll Stay
We've selected hotels that showcase different styles of accommodations your clients may choose when visiting Northern England.
From a grand hotel in the heart of York to a town or village hotel in the Peak District and a stylish boutique hotel in historic Chester, you'll experience firsthand how different properties shape the overall travel experience.
The Grand
York
★★★★★
Historic City Hotel
Set within a beautifully restored Edwardian railway headquarters, The Grand combines historic character with modern luxury in the heart of York.
Its location puts you within easy walking distance of York Minster, The Shambles, and many of the city's best restaurants.
The Rutland
Arms
★★★
Historic Coaching Inn
Located in the heart of Bakewell, the Rutland Arms is a historic coaching in with roots dating back to the early 19th century.
Its central location makes it easy to explore Bakewell's shops, cafes, and famous pudding and tart shops on foot during free time in town.
Hotel Indigo Chester
★★★★
Boutique City Hotel
Located within Chester's historic city walls, Hotel Indigo Chester blends contemporary style with design elements inspired by the city's Roman history and medieval heritage.
Its central location makes it easy to explore Chester's famous Rows, cathedral, and cobbled streets.
Small Group by Design
Study Tours are intentionally small.
We believe the best conversations happen around a dinner table, during a walk through town, or while discussing how you'd approach a client's itinerary.
Some of the most valuable moments happen between scheduled experiences when advisors compare notes, share ideas, and discover new ways of thinking about a destination.
Group size: 15-20 travel advisors
This creates an environment where conversations feel natural, ideas are shared freely, and everyone has the opportunity to learn from one another.
Who This Tour Is For
This Study Tour is designed for advisors who:
-
Believe firsthand experience makes you a better advisor
-
Want to specialize in England or the British Isles
-
Want to build confidence selling England
-
Value thoughtful itineraries and meaningful travel experiences
-
Want to invest in long-term destination knowledge
-
Enjoy traveling with curious, collaborative advisors
-
Want to experience England the way you hope your clients will
Pricing
$4,750 per person
British Isles Travel Expert members get a $250 discount on all tours
Member price: $4,500 per person
Pricing is per person based on double occupancy.
A limited number of single rooms are available for an additional single supplement of $1,250.
Payment Schedule
A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is due within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour.
The remaining balance may be paid in full at any time prior to July 15, 2026. If the remaining balance is not paid in full, it will be automatically charged in two equal installments on July 15, 2026 and August 1, 2026.
All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
What's Included
Your Yorkshire & The Peak District Study Tour experience includes:
-
Seven nights accommodations at carefully selected hotels in York, Bakewell, and Chester
-
Daily breakfast
-
Porterage of one piece of luggage at each hotel
-
Welcome dinner at The Bow Room in York, located in England's oldest continuously inhabited building (Grays Court Hotel), with a Michelin guide tasting menu
-
Included lunch at a local pub in Yorkshire or the Peak District
-
Dinner on the first evening in Bakewell
-
Farewell dinner in Chester
-
Private transportation throughout the tour beginning in York and ending in Chester
-
Experienced tour guide throughout the journey
-
Admission to all included attractions and experiences
-
Guided walking tour of York
-
Guided visit to York Minster
-
Choice of York's Chocolate Story or JORVIK Viking Centre
-
Heritage railway journey through the Yorkshire Dales
-
Time to explore Skipton
-
Scenic touring through the Yorkshire Dales
-
Guided visit to Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden
-
Visit to Whitby Abbey
-
Time to explore Whitby independently
-
Scenic touring through North York Moors National Park
-
Guided visit to Castle Howard
-
Time to explore Bakewell
-
Guided pre-opening visit to Haddon Hall
-
Guided visit to Chatsworth House
-
Guided walking tour of Chester
-
Time to explore destinations independently and experience them at your own pace
-
All gratuities for included activities, guides, drivers, and meals
-
Opportunities to connect and collaborate with fellow travel advisors
What's Not Included
-
Airfare to and from England
-
Transportation to the first hotel in York and from the final hotel in Chester
-
Travel insurance
-
Passport fees, UK ETA fees, or other required travel documents
-
Meals and beverages not specifically listed as included
-
Alcoholic beverages outside of included tastings, pairings, or hosted meals
-
Optional activities not included in the published itinerary
-
Spa treatments, shopping, laundry, and other personal expenses
-
Gratuities unless specifically noted as included
Need help getting to York or planning your departure from Chester? We're happy to share recommendations and help you choose the transportation option that works best for your plans.
Rooming Options
You may:
-
Share with another advisor of your choosing
-
Bring an adult guest (18+) at the same per person (non-member) rate
-
Request that we pair you with another advisor
-
Request a single room (limited availability, subject to single supplement)
Both advisors must complete separate applications if requesting to room together.
How to Apply
Study Tours are application only.
We intentionally keep our groups small and limit each departure to ensure a more personal experience and meaningful opportunities to connect with fellow advisors.
Applications are processed primarily on a first come, first served basis. However, because room inventory is fixed, we review rooming preferences and availability before confirming each reservation.
Members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive early access to apply and preferred pricing on all Study Tours. Because group sizes are intentionally limited, some tours may fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
If a spot is available, advisors will be invited to confirm their participation by submitting a non-refundable $250 deposit within 48 hours. Advisors who do not submit their deposit within the required timeframe forfeit their space, which may then be offered to another applicant or advisor on the waitlist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a hotel or supplier FAM?
No. You'll stay in beautiful hotels and experience a range of accommodations, but this Study Tour isn't built around hotel site inspections or supplier presentations.
Instead, we'll focus on understanding England as travelers experience it. The history of York, the grandeur of Chatsworth House and Castle Howard, the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District, and the small details that transform a good itinerary into an unforgettable journey.
Our goal is to help you return home with deeper destination expertise and greater confidence in the recommendations you make to clients.
Do I need to already specialize in England?
Not at all. Some advisors joining the tour may already sell England regularly, while others are looking to grow this side of their business.
The Study Tour is designed for both.
What matters most is curiosity, a desire to learn, and an interest in experiencing England in the same thoughtful way you recommend clients travel.
You'll return home with a deeper understanding of the destination, fresh ideas, and greater confidence in the recommendations you make to clients.
Do I need to be a member of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership to apply?
No. You don’t need to be a member to apply for a Study Tour.
However, members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive:
-
Early access to applications
-
A $250 savings per person on Study Tour pricing
-
Year-round destination education, marketing resources, and advisor support
Our Study Tours and membership are designed to complement one another. The membership helps advisors understand how the British Isles work through resources, training, and planning tools. The Study Tours help advisors understand how destinations feel through firsthand experience.
Because our groups are intentionally small, some tours will fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
Does joining the membership guarantee me a spot?
No. Membership gives advisors the opportunity to apply before the general public and receive preferred pricing, but it does not guarantee a place on any Study Tour.
Spaces are assigned primarily in the order applications are received, subject to room availability and rooming arrangements.
Because our groups are intentionally small, it's possible for a tour to fill entirely during the member application period.
Why do members receive priority and discounted pricing?
Our Study Tours are a natural extension of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership.
Members spend months or years building destination knowledge through trainings, hotel recommendations, itineraries, planning resources, and marketing content. Study Tours give them the opportunity to deepen that expertise through firsthand experience.
Advance access and preferred pricing are our way of rewarding advisors who have already invested in becoming British Isles specialists while continuing to welcome new advisors who share that same passion.
How many advisors will be accepted?
The Yorkshire & The Peak District Study Tour is intentionally limited to 15-20 advisors.
We believe smaller groups create a better experience, where conversations continue over dinner, questions get answered, and advisors have the opportunity to connect with one another throughout the journey.
Because room inventory is limited, the exact number of participants may vary slightly depending on rooming arrangements and the availability of single rooms.
How physically active is this tour?
Most activities are leisurely to moderately active.
Expect city walking tours, time exploring villages and attractions, and optional walks through scenic areas.
There are no strenuous hikes or physically demanding activities planned, though participants should be comfortable walking on uneven historic streets, cobblestones, and climbing stairs.
Are the hotels and experiences guaranteed?
We fully intend to operate the tour as described.
However, hotels, restaurants, attractions, guides, transportation providers, and specific experiences are subject to change due to availability, weather, operational requirements, closures, or circumstances outside of our control.
Should changes become necessary, substitutions will be made with experiences and accommodations of comparable quality and character.
How does the application process work?
Study Tours are application only.
Applications are processed primarily on a first come, first served basis.
Members of the British Isles Travel Expert Membership receive early access to apply and preferred pricing. Because group sizes are intentionally limited, some tours will fill during the member application period before applications open to non-members.
Applications ask about:
-
Your travel business
-
Experience selling the British Isles
-
Rooming preferences
-
Why you're interested in the tour
Because room inventory is fixed, we review rooming preferences and availability before confirming each reservation.
If a spot is available, advisors will receive an email invitation with payment details and next steps.
We ask advisors to apply only when they are prepared to move forward with the tour and submit their deposit promptly.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. A $250 non-refundable deposit per person is required within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour to secure your reservation.
If the deposit is not received within 48 hours, your place will be released and offered to another advisor.
Are payments refundable?
No. All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
Because we work with hotels, guides, transportation providers, and experience partners that require advance commitments, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations or unused portions of the tour.
For this reason, we strongly encourage all participants to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation/interruption coverage, medical coverage, and emergency evacuation benefits.
What payment options are available?
A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is required within 48 hours of being offered a place on the tour.
You may choose one of the following payment options:
Automatic Payments
The remaining balance will be charged automatically in two equal installments:
-
50% of the remaining balance due July 15, 2026
-
Final balance due August 1, 2026
By selecting automatic payments, you authorize Girasole Travel to charge the card on file for these scheduled payments unless you request to pay your remaining balance in full before July 10, 2026.
Pay in Full
You may pay the full tour cost at any time prior to July 15, 2026.
All payments made toward Study Tours are non-refundable.
What are the rooming options?
All prices are listed per person based on double occupancy.
You may:
-
Share with another advisor of your choosing
-
Bring an adult guest (18+) at the same (non-member) per-person rate
-
Request that we pair you with another advisor
-
Request a single room (limited availability and an additional supplement applies)
If requesting to room with another advisor, both advisors must submit separate applications and list each other as their preferred roommate.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes. Guests are welcome on most Study Tours and must be at least 18 years old and do not need to be travel advisors.
Guests pay the same (non-member) rate as advisors and share in the same accommodations and included experiences.
Why are there so many rooming options?
We recognize advisors travel differently.
Some prefer traveling with a colleague, others want to bring a spouse or friend, and some are excited to meet another advisor with similar interests.
We've designed our rooming options to be as flexible as possible while still maintaining the small-group atmosphere that makes these tours special.
Ready to Discover the England Clients Dream About?
If you're ready to move beyond supplier presentations and develop the kind of firsthand expertise that shapes your business for years to come, we'd love to hear from you.