Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York
Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York
Hotel pick up and drop off is included on this truly personal touring experience, where you'll find the smallest group size available in York: just 7 per group. The intimate group size lets you get to know your local guide, a Yorkshire native born and bred in the area, and your fellow travellers. Explore the stunning North York Moors by road and steam train, following the back roads and farm lanes through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, enjoying photo stops and chance to jump out and enjoy the peaceful setting of the Moors.
You'll visit the fabulous seaside town of Whitby, famous for its association with Captain James Cook and featured in Bram Stoker's Dracula, before boarding a steam train for a journey across the majestic North York Moors. You'll see the best of the Moors, spend time by the seaside and visit the charming railway station made famous as 'Hogsmeade Station' in the Harry Potter films.
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Hutton le Hole
Our first brief stop of the day is here in the village of Hutton-le-Hole, where you'll have chance to enjoy a stroll through across the village green and the opportunity to have tea/coffee in a local tearoom (own expense).
20 minutesNorth York Moors National Park
Scenic drive with photo stops and opportunity to get out and enjoy the views and scenery.
1 hourWhitby Harbour
2 hours at leisure in the fishing town of Whitby - chance to enjoy lunch and to discover the many attractions in Whitby.
2 hoursGoathland Station
Visit the station which featured as Hogsmeade Station in the Harry Potter films.
30 minutesNorth Yorkshire Moors Railway
Journey from Goathland to Pickering on the heritage steam railway.
1 hourHelmsley
The charming, picturesque market town of Helmsley is the first stopping point on the tour, where you'll have time to explore the quaint streets and have the opportunity to enjoy tea or coffee in a local cafe or tearoom.
45 minutesIncluded
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by climate-controlled minivan
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
- Personal Experience - maximum of 7 people per group
- Steam Train Ticket for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
- Local Guide - born and raised in the area
Not Included
- Entrance fees to optional attractions in Whitby and Helmsley
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Limited Group Size - minimize your exposure to Covid on this tour which is limited to just 7 people per group/vehicle.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.