Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from York

4.9 (86 reviews) 8 h 15 min Free cancellation

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Farndale — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Whitby Abbey — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Spend three hours enjoying Whitby on our friendly, small-group, Guided Day Trip from York, 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). Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach tour, limited to 16 people.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 16 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
Included: Driver/guide, who provides live commentary
Included: Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops
Included: Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Included: Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster

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

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster)

All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!

End point

We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster)

All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!

Using your ticket

Please arrive by 8:50am. All tours depart promptly at 9:00am from opposite the Dean Court Hotel, Duncombe Place, York, YO1 7EF, near York Minster.

Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable footwear.

Unfortunately, latecomers cannot be accommodated or refunded due to our scheduled departure time and parking restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions:

For more information, please visit:

https://bobholidays.com/faqs/

Please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if we can help with anything. As a local, family-run business, we are always happy to assist.

Thank you for booking with Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours. We really appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you to Yorkshire!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Minimum age is 5 years