Private Tour - Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from Harrogate

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About this activity

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 16 passengers, this Private Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to spend three hours enjoying Whitby, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, 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! As well as photo stops on the moors, you will also stop at the famous Kilburn White Horse, the market town of Helmsley (with its quaint cafes, shops and medieval castle) and the beautiful, traditional English villages of Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and Lealholm (with its stepping stones across the River Esk).

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 15 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Operated by: Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
Included: Regular photo/refreshment/toilet stops
Included: Friendly, local Professional Driver
Included: Private tour just for your group

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to optional attractions
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

White Horse of Kilburn

10 min

Our first stop is at the Kilburn White Horse hill figure on the boundary of the North York Moors National Park, where your guide will tell you the story of how it was carved into the hillside in 1857.
Helmsley Castle

45 min Admission not included

We then stop in the picturesque market town of Helmsley where you can view the medieval castle, explore the quaint shops or just have a leisurely Yorkshire Brew in one of the cafes – the choice is yours!
Farndale (North York Moors National Park)

1 h 30 min

After Helmsley, we head off through Hutton-le-Hole into the heart of the North York Moors National Park for some photo stops, passing the 16th century Lion Inn on Blakey Ridge (the highest point on the Moors) and Ralph’s Cross, then stop in the quaint and picturesque Yorkshire village of Lealholm to see the stepping stones over the River Esk – a great photo opportunity! It is then just a short journey into Whitby, whilst hearing stories about the seaside town’s history from your guide who will also tell you about the main places of interest that you may want to visit.
Whitby Harbour

3 hours

As you arrive in Whitby, there will be a brief stop at the Captain Cook Statue and Whalebone Arch on the West Cliff then alternative drop-offs at the Harbour or Whitby Abbey, if you want to start your visit there to avoid having to climb the 199 steps! You will have three hours free time in Whitby, 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!
Goathland Station (nymr)

30 min

You will arrive in the picture-postcard village of Goathland (filming location for “Aidensfield” in the Heartbeat television series and “Hogsmeade” in the Harry Potter Movies) where you can explore the filming locations, or maybe just grab an ice cream from the village store – the choice is yours!
The Hole of Horcum

5 min

We leave Goathland for our final stop to enjoy the stunning views at the Hole of Horcum before heading back to York.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Pine Marten, By Innkeeper's Collection
Doubletree By Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel And Spa
The Harrogate Inn
Premier Inn Harrogate Town Centre Hotel
White Hart Hotel & Apartments
Travelodge Harrogate
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
The Crown Hotel
The Old Swan Hotel
Cairn Hotel
Travelodge Harrogate West Park

and 13 more pickup points

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

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum age is 4 years

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
Some visitor attractions close between November - March. During this period, if weather/road conditions are adverse, the tour may have to follow a different route/itinerary
Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only