Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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!
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.
You will have two and a half hours free time in Whitby (two hours if taking steam train option), with options to visit Whitby’s newest attraction, The Endeavour Experience (one of only two full-size replicas of the HM Bark Endeavour in existence), the Captain Cook Museum, take the Bark Endeavour scale replica boat trip around the harbour, view Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula Books) or just explore the shops and market of the seaside town and experience Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café – the choice is yours!
If you prefer to spend a little less time in Whitby and take the opportunity of travelling by steam train on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway at our special discounted rate, you have the option of boarding the 2.00pm train from Whitby for the 45-minute moorland rail journey through Grosmont to Goathland (Hogsmeade Station in the Harry Potter movies), where you will re-join the Minicoach. This option is paid locally on the day with no need to book ahead.
We reach Goathland Station in time to see the other passengers arrive by steam train, then learn about “Hogsmeade”, before exploring the picture postcard fictional village of “Aidensfield” in the Heartbeat television series and maybe grab an ice cream from the village store.
We leave Goathland and have a couple more photo stops as you learn the history behind the mysterious RAF Fylingdales Pyramid on Snod Hill and the Hole of Horcum.
We head back towards York through the Howardian Hills with panoramic views of Castle Howard.
Highlights
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Important Information
- 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
- 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
Reviews(403)
Fantastic train trip. Well worth the money. We boarded at pickering and went all the way to whitby and back. Really enjoyed it
Amazing tour there isnt any words that I can use to say Just how good this trip was. We had all day taking us many places and the steam train we had best view of the tfain organised by our guide Mark on the day he also took us on a de tour on way back to show show extra sites which was great going that extra mile. He was friendly polite very informative just like a walking google he new everything. He took the time to remmber names and details about all on trip and made sure everyone was comftable with it being a hot day. Great value for money and we will be going again nxt yr when back. Mark was fantastic of you could bottle him up we alll have one.
Our guide Chris was excellent. He imparted a lot of local knowledge. We saw some lovely villages and countryside around York. A very enjoyable day out.
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely five star review! We are so pleased you enjoyed your day exploring the North York Moors, Whitby and some of the beautiful villages and countryside along the way. Chris will be delighted to hear that his local knowledge helped make your Yorkshire experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing our small local Yorkshire company. We are delighted you had such a great day out with us! Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
This was SUPER! The trip is well thought out with good stops for seeing the countryside and having some nice walks. (It is nice to get out of the cities.) Our guide, Mark is about the nicest guy you want driving and relaying different layers of local history, he is an absolute asset to BOB tours. Bus was nice, company was great and again the different visits were really pleasant.
Hi there, What a wonderful review – thank you! We are so pleased you enjoyed the relaxed pace of your day exploring the North York Moors, Whitby and the surrounding countryside. Getting out of the city, taking the scenic routes and having time to get out and explore along the way is exactly how we think Yorkshire should be experienced. Your kind words about Mark will mean a great deal to him. We’re very pleased to have him as part of the team and our Best of Britain family. Thank you again for choosing our small local Yorkshire company. We are delighted you had such an enjoyable and relaxing day with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Must do if you’re staying in York. This is an opportunity to travel through areas you can’t see without a car. Our driver was very knowledgeable and thoughtful.
Thank you very much, Steven, for your fantastic five star review of our Moors, Whitby and Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York. We are delighted that you considered this a must-do day trip from York. One of the real benefits of joining our small group tour is being able to explore the beautiful North York Moors, Whitby, and some of the lesser-known places that can be difficult to discover without a car. It is also lovely to hear that you found your driver-guide knowledgeable and thoughtful. We want our guests to be able to relax, enjoy the scenery, and experience the very best of this special part of Yorkshire. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another Yorkshire day tour in the future. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Great overview of the area. Very interesting and informative guide. Very well organized and detail oriented for your best experience.
Thank you very much, William, for your wonderful five star review of our Moors, Whitby and Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering Whitby and the surrounding North York Moors. It is especially lovely to know that you found the tour informative, well organised, and carefully planned to help you make the most of your day. Our small group tours are designed to offer a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience the Yorkshire coast and countryside, with local knowledge bringing the places we visit to life. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on another Yorkshire day tour in the future. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We had an absolutely fantastic tour with Mark! He was knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly passionate about the history and stories behind every stop. He made the experience both informative and entertaining, and his enthusiasm kept everyone interested from beginning to end. The tour was well organized, the pace was perfect, and we learned so many fascinating details that we would never have discovered on our own. Mark was also very friendly, happy to answer questions, and made everyone feel welcome. This was one of the highlights of our trip, and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Mark, for such a memorable experience!
Hi Randy, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. I was delighted to read your kind comments about Mark. He is incredibly passionate about Yorkshire and loves sharing the history, stories and hidden gems that make this part of the country so special. I will be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to him, as I know it will mean a great deal. It is fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the day and discovered places and stories you would not have found on your own. Our Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York is designed to combine spectacular scenery, fascinating history and the unique experience of travelling on the heritage steam railway, so I am thrilled it was one of the highlights of your visit. Thank you again for choosing Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours. We hope to welcome you back to Yorkshire for another adventure in the future. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
It was a great trip! We were very comfortable with Vince as a guide. Wonderful views over the moors, a nice visit to Whitby, and good restaurant recommendations! And a memorable railroad ride to Goathland / Aidensield in the end.
Thank you very much, Triin, for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the North York Moors, your visit to Whitby, and the memorable journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to Goathland, famous as Aidensfield in Heartbeat. We did notice that you mentioned Vince as your guide. We believe you may have accidentally mixed us up with another tour operator, as none of our driver-guides are called Vince. We completely understand how easy it is to do after a busy trip, but if this review was intended for another company, you may wish to update it so they receive the recognition they deserve. If, however, you travelled with Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours, we are very grateful that you chose to spend the day with us and hope to welcome you back to Yorkshire again in the future. Kind regards, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Mark was a very knowledgeable tour guide (and remembered names immediately!). He was kind, efficient, gave great advice about things like bathrooms when arriving at each location, and was very clear about meet up places and times. He took us to many great spots throughout the moors and Whitby.
Thank you very much, Rebecca, for your fantastic five star review of our Moors, Whitby and Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day exploring the North York Moors and Whitby with us. It is lovely to know that you appreciated the clear information, helpful advice, and friendly service throughout the day, helping everything run smoothly. Small group tours from York are all about creating a relaxed and personal experience, and we are so pleased you enjoyed discovering the beautiful scenery and historic coastal town of Whitby. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on another Yorkshire day tour in the future. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Excellent day trip, guide and places.
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your North York Moors, Whitby and Yorkshire Steam Railway day trip from York. It is wonderful to hear you had such an enjoyable day and that you enjoyed both the tour and your guide. Thank you again for choosing to travel with our small local Yorkshire company. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
