Yorkshire Moors and Whitby Small Group Day Tour from York
Description
Discover the enchanting Yorkshire Moors on this captivating day tour from York. Begin your adventure in the picturesque village of Hutton-le-Hole, where charming cottages and serene landscapes invite a leisurely stroll. Continue to the historic port of Whitby, the backdrop for Bram Stoker's Dracula, and enjoy time to explore its cobbled streets, abbey ruins, and sample local fish and chips. Visit the quaint Robin Hood’s Bay and snap photos at the iconic Goathland Station, known as Hogsmeade in Harry Potter. With a small group setting, benefit from a personal touch and insights from your driver-guide. - Full-day tour of Yorkshire Moors and Whitby from York - Free time to explore Hutton-le-Hole, Whitby, and Robin Hood's Bay - Visit Goathland Station, famous from Harry Potter - Travel in a comfortable 16-seat mini-coach with expert commentary
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And you start your day off with a visit to Hutton-le-hole. With its charming red-roof cottages, grazing sheep, and a babbling brook, this idyllic village invites you to slow down. You’ll have time for a quick refreshment and a walk along the cobbled streets, or have a quick visit to the open-air Ryedale Folk Museum, featuring a range of historic buildings you can quickly see.
Your next stop, the bustling fishing port of Whitby, continues the story: it was here that Bram Stoker stayed in a hotel while writing his famous novel Dracula, drawing inspiration from the town’s dramatic cliffs, harbour, and gothic atmosphere. You’ll have free time to wander Whitby’s cobbled streets, sample local fish and chips, explore the Abbey ruins, and soak in the moody setting that inspired Dracula.
Next, we head to the fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay, renowned for its charming narrow streets, historic cottages, smugglers’ tales, and breathtaking views of the North Sea.
Then, something a bit more magical: a short visit to Goathland Station, famous for its appearances in Harry Potter as Hogsmeade Station.
After snapping a few photos, continue your journey with stops at the legendary Hole of Horcum—said to have been created by a giant—and the small, historic market town of Pickering, before returning to York.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at least 15 mins in advance to check-in.
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- The total duration of the tour will include travel to/from and time within the destinations.
Reviews(1)
Wonderful trip taking us to very beautiful countryside and picturesque places. The driver and guide Mike was great. Fully worth the price and t
