Private Tour - Moors, Whitby & Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from Harrogate

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About the Activity

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra payable in cash on the day with no need to book ahead). You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location). 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!

8 hours 15 minutes

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Traveler : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Pick up and drop off is from your hotel or from another location of your choice in Harrogate

Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops

Relaxed and friendly small-group tour

Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles

Friendly, local Professional Driver

Entrance fees to optional attractions, including Yorkshire Steam Railway option

Food and drinks

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Hutton le Hole

Hutton le Hole, United KingdomYou 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! 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

North York Moors National Park

North Yorkshire, United KingdomWe 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. • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Whitby Harbour

Pier Rd, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3PUYou 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!2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

North Yorkshire Moors Railway (nymr)

Park Street, Pickering Station, Pickering, United Kingdom, YO18 7AJIf 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. 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Goathland Station (nymr)

Cow Wath Bank, Goathland, United Kingdom, YO22 5NFWe 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.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

The Hole of Horcum

North Yorkshire, United KingdomWe 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. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Pickering(Pass By)

Pickering, United KingdomPass through the town of Pickering on your journey back to Harrogate. View Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Pick up and drop off is from your hotel or another location of your choice in Harrogate.

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Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)Created on 12 Mar 2020Created on 29 Aug 2024

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