
North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby
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Is North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby worth booking?
North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby is a 8.5-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $620 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (15)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $620 per person
Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. Step aboard a truly personal, private tour of North Yorkshire with Greg, your guide for the day. Follow the itinerary or change it to your own
What you get
About this experience
Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. Step aboard a truly personal, private tour of North Yorkshire with Greg, your guide for the day. Follow the itinerary or change it to your own. For between 1-7 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 fascinating stories and insider knowledge. The highlight of the day is a scenic heritage steam train ride from the village of Goathland—best known as Hogsmeade Station from the Harry Potter films. (included). Your day will be filled with stunning landscapes, charming villages 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 find this tour is as much about the journey as it is about the destination – a relaxed and engaging experience for your private group.
What's included
Included
- Included in price, steam train ride from Goathland to Whitby
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Regular refreshment stops and photo breaks
- No more than 7 seats. Genuine small group
- Live commentary in English
- Greg your guide has lived and worked in most of the areas we visit during the trip
Not included
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
White Horse of Kilburn
A view of the enormous 'White Horse of Kilburn' (97m wide) The horse was carved into the Sandstone over 100 years ago. (please not that we will see the horse from the minibus and will not be venturing up close)
Byland Abbey
A stop at Byland Abbey. A Gothic Monastery which inspired the design for York Minster Rose Window
20 minutes here
Helmsley
Visiting the beautiful, bustling market Town of Helmsley (Once my Home) Here, you will be able to stretch your legs, get something to eat and use the toilet facilities.
40 minutes here
North York Moors National Park
We will travel over a section of the North York Moors National Park where you can appreciate the beauty and tranquility of this vast moorland
60 minutes here
Hutton le Hole
A pass-by of this beautiful small village where you often see sheep taking over the roads.
Goathland
From Goathland Greg will see you safely on the Steam Train (one way, incl) to your destination at Whitby. Here Greg will meet you off the platform and introduce you to Whitby before giving you some free time to explore at your leisure.
50 minutes here
Whitby
Approximately 2 hours to spend in Whitby at your leisure. You may want to visit Whitby Abbey, eat fish and chips or just take in the harbour atmostphere of fishing boats along the great piers.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
York
9.00am Near the Art Gallery, Look out for the Water Fountains
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
9.00am Near the Art Gallery, Look out for the Water Fountains
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- All Tours Great and Small
Know before you go
- 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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.
How much does North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby cost?
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Prices start at $620 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in York is not rushed.
Is North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in York and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in York?
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On Outty we rank every York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York, Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit York?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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