Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York
by Grand Yorkshire Limited
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£198Overview
This full-day tour begins with hotel pickup in York and travel by climate-controlled minivan to the market town of Helmsley. Guests have about 45 minutes to walk the streets and can stop for tea or coffee in a local café before continuing. The group then drives through the village of Hutton-le-Hole, pausing briefly for photos. The tour proceeds with a scenic drive across the North York Moors, including stops to leave the vehicle and take in the countryside views. Next, there is a two-hour free period at Whitby Harbour, where visitors can explore the seaside town known for its links to Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker's Dracula, with options for lunch and visits to local attractions at their own expense. After Whitby, the tour visits Goathland Station, recognized as Hogsmeade Station from the Harry Potter films, for a half-hour stop to explore the site. The group then boards a steam train for a one-hour journey from Goathland to Pickering along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Throughout the steam train ride, live commentary is provided by the local guide, who is born and raised in the area. The tour concludes with a return drive to York and hotel drop-off. The group size is limited to seven people for a more personal experience.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Helmsley
The tour’s first stop is Helmsley, a market town with quaint streets. Visitors have 45 minutes to explore on foot and may choose to visit a local café or tearoom for tea or coffee.
45 min
Hutton le Hole
The route passes through the village of Hutton-le-Hole with a brief photo stop lasting about 5 minutes to capture the village and surrounding scenery.
5 min
North York Moors Drive
The tour features a scenic drive with stops for photos and opportunities to get out and appreciate the views and scenery.
60 min
Whitby Harbour
Guests spend two hours at leisure in Whitby, a fishing town on the coast. This time allows for lunch and visiting local sites independently, including attractions related to Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
120 min
Goathland Station (nymr)
The group visits Goathland Station for 30 minutes to see the railway station featured as Hogsmeade Station in the Harry Potter films.
30 min
Steam Train Journey
The final main activity is a one-hour steam train ride from Goathland to Pickering on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with live commentary provided by the local guide.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York
by Grand Yorkshire Limited
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£198Overview
This full-day tour begins with hotel pickup in York and travel by climate-controlled minivan to the market town of Helmsley. Guests have about 45 minutes to walk the streets and can stop for tea or coffee in a local café before continuing. The group then drives through the village of Hutton-le-Hole, pausing briefly for photos. The tour proceeds with a scenic drive across the North York Moors, including stops to leave the vehicle and take in the countryside views. Next, there is a two-hour free period at Whitby Harbour, where visitors can explore the seaside town known for its links to Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker's Dracula, with options for lunch and visits to local attractions at their own expense. After Whitby, the tour visits Goathland Station, recognized as Hogsmeade Station from the Harry Potter films, for a half-hour stop to explore the site. The group then boards a steam train for a one-hour journey from Goathland to Pickering along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Throughout the steam train ride, live commentary is provided by the local guide, who is born and raised in the area. The tour concludes with a return drive to York and hotel drop-off. The group size is limited to seven people for a more personal experience.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Helmsley
The tour’s first stop is Helmsley, a market town with quaint streets. Visitors have 45 minutes to explore on foot and may choose to visit a local café or tearoom for tea or coffee.
45 min
Hutton le Hole
The route passes through the village of Hutton-le-Hole with a brief photo stop lasting about 5 minutes to capture the village and surrounding scenery.
5 min
North York Moors Drive
The tour features a scenic drive with stops for photos and opportunities to get out and appreciate the views and scenery.
60 min
Whitby Harbour
Guests spend two hours at leisure in Whitby, a fishing town on the coast. This time allows for lunch and visiting local sites independently, including attractions related to Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
120 min
Goathland Station (nymr)
The group visits Goathland Station for 30 minutes to see the railway station featured as Hogsmeade Station in the Harry Potter films.
30 min
Steam Train Journey
The final main activity is a one-hour steam train ride from Goathland to Pickering on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with live commentary provided by the local guide.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.