Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

4.8

based on 366 reviews

| York, United Kingdom

Reviews Summary

Most reviewers had a fantastic day, praising the beautiful scenery and varied activities. The tour was relaxing, informative, and exceeded expectations. The steam train substitution was a minor disappointment.

View Reviews

Features

Free Cancellation

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

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

8.3 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

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

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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
Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only

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...

Duration 8 Hours and 15 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 16 people in the group

1
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...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
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...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only

Whitby Harbour

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...

Duration 2 Hours•
No Admission Ticket Required

North Yorkshire Moors Railway (nymr)

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...

Duration 45 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Goathland Station (nymr)

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.

Duration 45 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

The Hole of Horcum

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.