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9 hours
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Hotel pick up and drop off is included on this truly personal touring experience, where you'll find the smallest group size available in York: just 7 per group. The intimate group size lets you get to know your local guide, a Yorkshire native born and bred in the area, and your fellow travellers. Explore the stunning North York Moors by road and steam train, following the back roads and farm lanes through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, enjoying photo stops and chance to jump out and enjoy the peaceful setting of the Moors. You'll visit the fabulous seaside town of Whitby, famous for its association with Captain James Cook and featured in Bram Stoker's Dracula, before boarding a steam train for a journey across the majestic North York Moors. You'll see the best of the Moors, spend time by the seaside and visit the charming railway station made famous as 'Hogsmeade Station' in the Harry Potter films.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Steam Train Ticket for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Live commentary on board
Local Guide - born and raised in the area
Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Personal Experience - maximum of 7 people per group
Transport by climate-controlled minivan
Entrance fees to optional attractions in Whitby and Helmsley
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Select a pickup point
Helmsley
The charming, picturesque market town of Helmsley is the first stopping point on the tour, where you'll have time to explore the quaint streets and have the opportunity to enjoy tea or coffee in a local cafe or tearoom.
Hutton le Hole
Our route into the Moors takes us through the beautiful village of Hutton-le-Hole, with time for a photo stop.
Pickup included
321 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
J7231HItimo,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This trip was wonderful. Our tour guide Chris was very personable and full of facts about the areas we went to. Highly recommended.
Sara G,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
Excellent day tour with a small group and knowledgeable local guide. Went as a solo traveler and had a lovely day in the Moors, Whitby, and train ride.
Donna D,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
Lovely relaxing trip through the Moors and northern England. Whitby is a beautiful seaside town that definitely should be visited. Our tour group was very small which was wonderful!! The guide, Pete, was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the day and it was a nice break to go out into the country.
G227CBrebeccac,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour. Chris the tour guide knows so much about the area and the place names and he makes it so entertaining and funny. The groups are never anymore than 7 people in the tour group, ours had 6, so you feel like you have full opportunity to ask questions and you get to know the other people during the day together! The steam train was the highlight for us. We sat on the very back carriage and went to the back doors where you can lean out to take pictures of the steam carriage going round corners. We had fish and chips at Abbey Wharf in Whitby which was delicious and took a walk out the pier. All the small villages are picture perfect and the guide will make extra stops if there is anything you particularly want to stop at for pictures! All in all I highly recommend and it's well worth the money, Google doesn't know half of what Chris does about this area!







kendoliverpool,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5***** look back in time on this lovely steam railway takes you over North Yorkshire moors stunning views well worth a trip won’t be disappointed
MaryBeth D,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
I have always had great experiences with Viator and today was even better. We were scheduled to go to the North York Moors but there have been wild fires spreading there for the last 2 weeks. We received several emails about how Viator wouldn't place us in danger and several options were provided should travel through the Moors not work out. We discussed the options once everyone on our tour (7 people max, as promised) was together. Ultimately, there was a slight change to our train but everything else went on as planned. We felt safe and had a great time.
Kylie W,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Easy to organise. Trustworthy company. Tour guide was friendly, very knowledgeable about the areas we went to.
Carl N,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This day tour is perfect for getting a true idea of the real North York Moors. Chris was our guide and his knowledge of the area is second to none, he was very friendly and professional in his pursuit to make sure we enjoyed our day. We highly recommend Chris and his company… Carl& Jane Noble Norfolk





Wanderer824039,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This trip was worth every penny. Picked up from our hotel driven across the North York Moors to Whitby. There were several stops along the way and the flexibility to make additional if wanted . The information that we were given was well presented and interesting, the tour guide/driver has a real passion for the area. We spent a couple of hours in Whitby and then part of the return journey was by Steam Train. Thoroughly enjoyed the day!
lauraM7078FI,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Chris was a great guide. He picked us up at our airbnb, and we had a very nice tour. He knew a lot to tell and could answer all questions. The van is comfortable and drives well. The tour itself was beautiful. We got a good look at the Moors. Had nice places where we stopped for a while. It was nice that we had some longer time in Witby, very nice place to visit. The highlight was the train station, which our daughters (Harry Potter fans) had been looking forward to. The steam train was fun to do. On the way back it was a bit quieter in the van, everyone was a bit tired of the heat. It was a fun day!


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