York Scenic Tour of North Yorkshire

Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included on this wonderfully scenic tour of some of England's most beautiful rural scenery. Crossing the farmland of North Yorkshire, you will enjoy a stop in the moorside village of Hutton-le-Hole, before travelling across the heart of the wild and rugged North York Moors National Park. You'll enjoy a short visit to the tiny port of Staithes, taking in the spectacular views along the rugged coastline, before enjoying two hours in the fabulous seaside town of Whitby, famous for fish and chips as well as its association with Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker's Dracula. You'll then have time to wander through the maze of narrow, winding streets in the beautiful fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay. An optional visit to Goathland in the late afternoon gives Heartbeat fans the chance to see 'Aidensfield' and Harry Potter fans the opportunity to visit "Hogsmeade Station", before we make a final stop to see the ancient murals in Pickering Church.

Meeting Point

Duncombe Place

Duncombe Pl, York YO1, UK

Opposite the Dean Court Hotel on Duncombe Place (in the very centre of York close to York Minster). Location is between York Minster and the Visit York Tourist Information Centre.

What's included:

• Live commentary on board
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off from York city centre accommodation
• Driver/guide - a born & bred Yorkshireman

Not included:

• Food and drinks

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Hutton le Hole

Hutton le Hole

We'll enjoy a stop in the idyllic moorside village of Hutton-le-Hole, with the opportunity to have tea/coffee in a local cafe (own expense).

20 minutes

North York Moors National Park

North Yorkshire

Sightseeing drive through the National Park with chance to stop for photos, to learn about the history, geology, geography, culture and industry of the region.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Staithes

Staithes

We'll visit the tiny port of Staithes, taking in the spectacular views from Cowbar. You'll have chance to walk down the winding path to Staithes harbour and beach.

20 minutes

Whitby

Whitby

2 hours at leisure in Whitby, with time to explore the old town, the clifftop abbey, the Captain Cook Museum and the famous 199 steps. Also time to enjoy lunch in a local fish and chip restaurant.

2 hours

Robin Hoods Bay

Robin Hoods Bay

We'll take you to Robin Hood's Bay, the beautiful fishing village built into the cliffs on the Yorkshire coastline. You'll have chance to get lost in the fascinating maze of winding lanes and wander on to the beach (depending on the tides).

45 minutes

Goathland

Goathland

Explore the moorland village of Goathland and discover its famous connections to Harry Potter and the ITV drama Heartbeat. See the idyllic railway station and take the opportunity to board a steam train here for a journey across the Moors (April-October only).

45 minutes

Pickering

Pickering

We make a stop in the town of Pickering to see the incredible 600-year-old murals in the Church of St Peter & St Paul.

15 minutes