Cultural Tours in Yorkshire
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From GBP 56North York Moors and Whitby Day Tour from York
Explore some of the many famous historical sites and adventure across the spectacular landscape. Here you’ll take a trip to the seaside town of Whitby once you arrive in the town you will have free time to explore historic town and enjoy the famous Fish and Chips. The first stop is Byland Abbey to visit the historic ruins, then onto the picture perfect village of Helmsley.
From GBP 20Ghost Bus Tour of York
Discover York’s sinister side on this 1-hour ghost bus tour, led by a hellishly hilarious guide. Visit some of city’s spookiest sights and learn about the restless spirits whose sightings have earned York the accolade of the most haunted city in the world. From your blood red seat aboard a Routemaster — a classic double-decker bus — pass by top historical attractions such as York Minster, Clifford’s Tower and the grave of the notorious highwayman Dick Turpin.
From GBP 89Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. A truly personal, small-group tour of Nth Yorkshire with Greg, your guide for the day. With no more than 7 guests, Greg offers a relaxed, friendly experience that you won’t find with larger tour operators. Greg brings the region's history and culture to life with great stories and insider knowledge. The highlight of the day is a scenic heritage steam train ride (included) from Goathland village—famous as Aidensfield in TV's Heartbeat and Hogsmeade Station in Harry Potter. Your day will be filled with stunning landscapes, charming villages like Helmsley and Hutton-Le-Hole and, of course, the breathtaking Whitby where you will enjoy some free time. Whether you're snapping photos of the rolling moors, or simply chatting with Greg about local life, you'll feel like part of the Yorkshire family.A tour that’s as much about the journey as it is about the destination – a relaxed and engaging experience for everyone.
From GBP 78Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra paid locally on the day)! You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and travel back to York through the Howardian Hills, passing by Castle Howard. 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! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach tour, limited to 16 people.
From GBP 56All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York
A chance to discover the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and see the landscape and scenery that inspired James Herriot. You'll visit the locations used in the current series of All Creatures Great and Small such as the Village of Grassington, which is currently being used as Darrowby in the series. You'll drive through villages and over passes admiring the views and taking in that in stunning landscape. You'll stop at Bolton Castle where Herriot proposed to his wife and was a favourite location of the author.
From GBP 56Yorkshire Dales Tour from York
The Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the most renowned national parks in the world, celebrated for its dramatic limestone hills, winding valleys, dry stone walls, lush meadows, and grazing sheep. Our friendly driver-guides will ensure you see more than you could imagine in a single day as you explore this wild and beautiful landscape. With the renewed popularity of All Creatures Great & Small, the Dales have become inseparably linked with the series, perfect for exploring on this tour. Highlights: - Historic Landmarks: Discover Castle Bolton, a historic site steeped in rich history. - Spectacular Winding Passes: Experience breathtaking views as you navigate through scenic passes. - Traditional Dales Towns: Visit charming towns like Hawes, each offering a glimpse into traditional Dales life. - Iconic Views: Capture the stunning and quintessential vistas of the Yorkshire Dales. - Aysgarth Falls: Marvel at the natural beauty of Aysgarth Falls, a series of picturesque waterfalls.
From GBP 17City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Explore the ancient city of York on a 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour. This sightseeing extravaganza will take you to all of the best places of interest, including Clifford's Tower, Monk Bar, Exhibition Square, The Stonebow, Museum Gardens and much more! The beauty of a hop-on hop-off service is that you can create your own schedule and discover this fabulous destination at your own pace. The double-decker bus provides you with an audio tour commentary in 9 languages, teaching you all about York's fascinating past as you cruise around. There's so much to learn about this northern city, which was originally founded by the Romans. You'll also get to experience panoramic views of these historic landmarks, thanks to the open-top deck.