Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
Overview
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8 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra paid locally on the day)! You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and travel back to York through the Howardian Hills, passing by Castle Howard. In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach tour, limited to 16 people.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 5 years
Children under 5 years can be accepted, by prior arrangement only, on the strict condition that the customer brings a suitable Child Car Seat with them and purchases a ticket for the child
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide, who provides live commentary
Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops
Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster
Entrance fees to optional attractions, including Yorkshire Steam Railway option
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Hutton le Hole
You will head off into the Vale of York, learning about life in Yorkshire as you pass through the villages of Strensall, Sheriff Hutton and Hovingham. The first stop is in the traditional National Park village of Hutton-le-Hole, where you can wander amongst the traditional stone-built houses and sheep roaming on the village common land, or just have a leisurely Yorkshire Brew in one of the cafes – the choice is yours!
North York Moors National Park
We head off up over the North York Moors for some photo stops, passing the 16th century Lion Inn on Blakey Ridge (the highest point on the Moors) and Ralph’s Cross, then through the quaint and picturesque Yorkshire villages that lead down into Whitby. As you arrive in Whitby, you will hear stories about the seaside town’s history and your guide will tell you about the main places of interest that you may want to visit.
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Day Trip from York
Reviews
329 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful day trip!!!! ...
Shannon P,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful day trip!!!! Highly recommend. The guide was amazing. Train experience was an additional highlight!
Lovely, relaxing day
Susan D,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful countryside. This was a relaxing tour. It was an opportunity to see a lovely part of Yorkshire, take breathtaking photos in a relaxing atmosphere . No hustle and bustle. Our driver/guide Mark was informative and a nice gent. He kept the day going without making us feel rushed. He left us feeling well cared for.
Our guide was very...
Jane G,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and he enjoyed sharing his knowledge with us. He was very courteous and stopped several times along the way so we could get great pictures.
Fabulous!
Nada A,
Apr 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lovely full day experience with a great informative tour guide! Great senic route, beautiful stops, and lots of opportunity/places for photos!
10/10 all round
Claire M,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tour guide was fantastic, like a living podcast that’ll answer all your questions! The best bus tour I’ve been on by far. Enough stops to break up the journey with long enough in each location. I felt the guide went above and beyond with sourcing us (discounted) steam train tickets, reserving us seats on the train so we could take pictures and generally being super helpful. Lovely tour, lovely service, 10/10
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Operated by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)