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

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About this 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!

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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: 1–4
Operated by: Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)

What is included

Included

Included: Pick up and drop off is from your hotel or from another location of your choice in Harrogate
Included: Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops
Included: Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Included: Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
Included: Friendly, local Professional Driver

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to optional attractions, including Yorkshire Steam Railway option
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Hutton le Hole

30 min

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 on the village common land, or just have a leisurely Yorkshire Brew in one of the cafes – the choice is yours!
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 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.
Whitby Harbour

2 hours

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 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!
North Yorkshire Moors Railway (nymr)

45 min Admission not included

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 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.
Goathland Station (nymr)

45 min

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.
The Hole of Horcum

5 min

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.
Pickering

Passing by

Pass through the town of Pickering on your journey back to Harrogate.

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

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.

Good to know

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