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Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from York
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York
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
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Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 beauti...
Highlights
8 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
Driver/guide, who provides live commentary
Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops
Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster
Entrance fees to optional attractions
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Duncombe Place
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!
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Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from York
(82) Reviews
York
About
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 beauti...
Highlights
8 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
Driver/guide, who provides live commentary
Regular photo, refreshment, and restroom stops
Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster
Entrance fees to optional attractions
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Duncombe Place
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!
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.
10 minutes
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Helmsley Castle
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!
45 minutes
3
Farndale (North York Moors National Park)
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.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Whitby Harbour
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!
3 hours
5
Goathland Station
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!
30 minutes
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The Hole of Horcum
We leave Goathland for our final stop to enjoy the stunning views at the Hole of Horcum before heading back to York.
