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Tours/York/Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast

Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast

5.0(16)York8–9 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(14)
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
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Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast
Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast

At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Price from
$1,279 / person
Location
York, United Kingdom
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 16 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Expedition Yorkshire

Description

Our Tours are the only way to see Yorkshire and its beauty in a single day with complete privacy, security and comfort onboard the magnificent Mercedes Benz V Class accompanied by Andrew the guide. Andrew always places your enjoyment of the day before everything else. No other Tour in the glorious north of England focuses so much on the overall quality of each and every guests experience. We believe that your vacation is the most valuable part of your year. We respect every minute of your vacation time, our philosophy is to make every moment of your time on vacation worthwhile. Before founding our company Andrew led a tour in another part of the UK that was ranked by TripAdvisor Travellers choice as the best tour in England and tenth best tour in the world. Lastly and most importantly every tour guarantees the sighting of at least a couple of very woolly Sheep!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
Start times
9:00 AM
Group price
$1,279 per vehicle, up to 7 people

In demand: 21 of the next 21 departures are already sold out.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.

Tour Options

For 1-7 Travelers

For 1-7 Pickup included

Itinerary

Yorkshire
120 min

During the course of the day we will drive through the beguiling, sublimely beautiful and largest county in England, Yorkshire. In fact many simply call it Gods County. We will see the extraordinary variety of landscape from the very flat and rural Vale of Yorkshire to the steep lofty and other worldly scenery of the North York Moors. Along the way we will get out and explore different locations so you can really embrace and experience what a wonderful place this is and never just spend too much time in the vehicle. Nice surprises and sheep sightings are always included! If your trip to the UK includes visits to to the world class cities of London and Edinburgh then you must include Yorkshire as the perfect counter point to demonstrate what extraordinary variety this wonderful country can offer.

Helmsley
45 min

Helmsley is a beautiful English Market Town nestled in the North York Moors National Park, it is know for its charming appearance and the ruins of Helmsley Castle.

North York Moors National Park
120 min

We will drive through large sections of this dramatic and famous national park finding out so much of interest as we journey through this precious, rugged and beautifully timeless landscape . At opportune moments we will get out to explore this special place.

Whitby
120 min

Whitby is one of the most interesting and wonderful sea side towns in England, it is connected with many fascinating pieces of history real and fictional. Just by setting foot in this wonderful location you feel like a sailor. pirate or explorer of old. In Whitby you will get your first view of the dramatic gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey, which famously inspired Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’. At this point, you are welcome to go off and explore the many interesting sights and attractions Whitby has to offer, either on your own or with your guide Andrew, who can accompany you and show you some of the fantastic hidden charms of this ancient settlement by the sea--the choice is entirely yours.

Whitby Abbey
Admission not included45 min

We always go up to the abbey and see it from the OUTSIDE. It is a private tour with great flexibility so if guests wish to spend longer and go inside they may, this of course is always subject to opening hours of the abbey which are beyond Expedition Yorkshire's control.

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Highly experienced guide
Non-alcoholic drinks onboard. Crisps, sweets and chocolates of the highest quality.
Not included
Lunch
Museums and attractions that's guests may wish to enter

Pickup Locations & Times

We can collect anywhere within reason in the York area, also we can collect in Leeds Harrogate, Ripon, or Thirsk and Hotels such as Grantley Hall near Ripon. Please message us immediately after booking and we will confirm a pick up location with you.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
16 reviews
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16
4
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3
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1
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How it compares in York

  • Rated higher than 80% of 80 reviewed tours in York

Excurgo comparison of 186 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast take?

Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast cost?

Prices start at $1,279 per person for this York experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:00 AM.

Does Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast sell out?

It can: 21 of the next 21 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.

Can I cancel Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We can collect anywhere within reason in the York area, also we can collect in Leeds Harrogate, Ripon, or Thirsk and Hotels such as Grantley Hall near Ripon. Please message us immediately after booking and we will confirm a pick up location with you. Pickup points include Premier Inn York City Centre (Layerthorpe) Hotel, Impossible Motel.

What languages is Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Expedition Yorkshire.

Reviews(16)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Z4906HUcarlose
September 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The Best of Yorkshire

Five-star tour is an understatement! The value of this tour to experience Yorkshire was incredible! Truly a great experience from start to finish. Easy pick up and drop off. Incredibly clean luxurious transportation. Wonderful sites to see. Great snacks and the guide knows all the best places to experience a coffee or an ice cream. Truly we felt cared for. Our tour guide, Andrew, was very knowledgeable, warm and flexible. We never felt rushed, we were able to experience a lot of the North York National Park and the Yorkshire coastline, at one point we were lucky enough to see a take off and landing at the Yorkshire Gliding Club. I’m looking forward to using this company for the Yorkshire Dales, too bad we only had a short about of time. What beautiful landscape we experienced in England. We learned so much history, but never felt overwhelmed by the knowledge being dropped on us. I would recommend them to anyone.

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DrPiggy
May 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Absolutely Superlative Tours

My daughter and I booked 2 full day tours with Expedition Yorkshire, both led by Senior Guide Richard, that were absolutely wonderful. Richard picked us up right at out hotel and led us on a deep dive of beautiful Yorkshire that went so much further than typical tourism. He is a native of the area, and his knowledge abounds. He also tailored our tours to us and was lovely, responsive and flexible at all times. Also a shout out to Andrew, who always responded immediately to my emails and questions. Expedition Yorkshire surpassed my expectations in every way. I highly recommend them to those wanting to really experience Yorkshire and discover all it's beauty. We will be back, accompanied by Richard or Andrew.

C
ChrisandChas
October 30, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic day!

Andrew took us through Yorkshire showing us the quaint towns, fantastic Castle Howard, and the Whitby Abby. He made sure we had great fish and chips in Whitby and stopped at the Goathland train station( where a scene for the Harry Potter movie was filmed). He made sure our tour was exactly what we wanted and made lots of stops for photos. I can highly recommend this tour!!

Operator response

Hello Christine , it was a privilege to welcome you and your group from Enchanting Travels USA , we love your comment about being entertained all day, in a world full of information at Expedition Yorkshire we prefer to enlighten our guests when needed but take the greatest care to ensure that our tours are a wonderful immersive experience that only 'coming along for the journey' can create. Thank you for recognising how entertain and enjoyable your Expedition Yorkshire Tour was. Whitby and the East coast of Yorkshire are special places that deserve touring of the greatest quality!

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MrsCat321
October 11, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A day to remember

We'd wanted to visit Whitby for the longest time, already having fallen in love with York over the years and are so glad we finally got to make the trip with Expedition Yorkshire. We had the most enjoyable and fun day, thanks to Andrew's very knowledgeable guiding skills and wouldn't hesitate to recommend a tour. We were made very welcome from the off and saw so many places that we wouldn't have thought to look for or known how to find on our own. We were fortunate to have a beautiful day which only enhanced the views of the stark and striking North York Moors. We particularly enjoyed the short stops en route at the atmospheric Byland and Rievaulx Abbeys and a break for refreshment at Helmsley's lovely Walled Garden (you have to try the delicious cakes at the Vinehouse Cafe!). Whitby did not disappoint, the habour views were beautiful and of course the imposing Abbey looms over the coast, just as it has for centuries. We stopped for a rather touching visit to St Mary's Churchyard, a very atmospheric spot for a quick recap of the opening scene of 'Dracula', just as the sun was beginning to think about setting.. We cannot recommend Andrew and Expedition Yorkshire enough - nothing is too much trouble, you'll learn so much and get the best views of the most stunning parts of the county, shown off at its very best. Don't think about it for too long-book that trip, you really won't regret it.

Operator response

Thank you for your incredible kind and well chosen words, this review is hugely appreciated. I love your observation that we show off the very best of Yorkshire this most stunning of English counties, we aim to do this on every Yorkshire day tour we offer so if you suffer from FOMO, fear of missing out you are sure to know that your time has been well spent and you never need to think perhaps we missed this or that great place, we have driven thousands of research miles to create these tours so you can just sit back and relax knowing you are seeing and more importantly experiencing the best! Andrew Founder Expedition Yorkshire

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Raeanne_P
October 25, 2024 · via Viator
Beautiful Tour of a Wonderful Place

Our wonderful tour guide Richard was so knowledgable of the area and showed us a wonderful blend of both historical landmarks and beautiful villages. We had such a great time the time flew by and we are very grateful for our experience and for Richard's insight and knowledge. Would do this tour again in a minute.

Operator response

Thank you for this lovely and well considered review, we are delighted that you so enjoyed your time with our brilliant guide Richard. Richard is a first class guide and all our tours are very carefully curated to show guests the very best of this remarkable place.

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U6996XTkathyh
July 20, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Five-star experience!!

We just got back from touring with Andrew for 4 days and wholeheartedly recommend Expedition Yorkshire for a fantastic experience!! We did the Moor, Coast & Cliff and ACG&S tours, as well as transfer tours from Edinburgh-York and York-Oxford. Andrew is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and funny. He knows the backroads and best spots, and he is clearly passionate about the beautiful area, as well as its people and history. We had a mixed family group (including 9 year old boys), and we also were dealing with some rainy weather and unexpected health issues. Andrew was unflappable – he tailored our trips based on our interests and needs, and helped us all make the best of our vacation. The touring van (as shown on the website) is very comfortable and well-maintained, and fit our group perfectly. We would happily book again with Expedition Yorkshire and highly recommend for an amazing bespoke experience!

Operator response

What a kind review, we are particularly impressed that you highlighted backroads and best spots, when Expedition Yorkshire was created we drove north of five thousand miles to design routes that offered guests the very best experience of the north of England, what this means to our guests is that you never need to stress over routes or worry that your not seeing best sights and spending your time in the north of England and Scotland in the best way, we have that all taken care of so you can just switch off and enjoy every moment of your vacation. Thank you again for taking so much time and effort to review you trip in so much detail!

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trebgreb
June 21, 2024 · via Viator
A Day in Yorkshire

Andrew provided a memorable experience. He was friendly, funny, engaging and a wealth of information. If you’re lucky enough to get Andrew as your tour guide, you’re guaranteed a great day!

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to post this fantastic review, all our guides are very carefully selected to deliver the very best possible day for our treasured guests.

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Yesod
June 14, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended for touring Yorkshire and beyond

We just completed two exceptional tours with Expedition Yorkshire. The first was the Moor, Coast, and Cliff tour, where we visited the amazing scenic countryside north and east of York where we were staying. We had also booked a “transfer tour” from York to our next destination in Edinburgh. This was a great way to move on to our next locale without “wasting” a day, as we traveled from site to site along the way. Andrew and company tailored the tours to our specific interests - history and photography - ensuring rich and memorable experiences for both of us. We highly recommend Expedition Yorkshire if you plan on visiting the region.

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837bp
June 2, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour!

Wonderful experience! Andrew was patient and very knowledgeable. Went way beyond our expectations. Accommodating to what and how we wanted to sightsee. Beautiful countryside.

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sewsassy2072
September 21, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Yorkshire Experience

We spent an amazing day with Andew, the best day of our trip to the UK. Andrew has a warm, engaging personality which quickly makes you feel comfortable. He readily shares his comprehensive knowledge of the area, taking lesser known roads that lead to interesting sites that no guide book will ever include and most others would bypass. He took us through small towns, regaling us with their history and interesting stories. He knows the best cafes and restaurants in which to get refreshed. He was always willing to stop so that we could take in the views or capture images. We never felt rushed at any point; it was like taking a journey with a good friend. We would highly recommend Expedition Yorkshire tours to anyone.

Operator response

Dear Susan What a lovely review! It's brilliant how you noticed that we rarely take main roads, our tours are all about the road less travelled and finding the routes which offer feasts for the eyes, make the heart sing, create the life long memories and really show you the very best of the United Kingdom! We unashamedly boast that so far we have driven in excess of 5000 miles designing and crafting our tours so that you can be confident you are making the very best use of your time, thank you again Susan for being such a wonderful guest! Andrew

$1,279/ person
5.0(16)
Duration8–9 hours
LanguagesEN
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