day tours from york
www.yorkshiredaytours.com
01904 405341
Welcome! Launched in early 2015, by the Mountain Goat tour company of the Lake District, Yorkshire Day Tours is the ideal way to see the real Yorkshire. We have a choice of 6 day tours to choose from. These are conducted in small groups by knowledgeable driver/guides. We use smaller vehicles meaning we can take you to“off the beaten track” locations, which the larger buses can’t access! Vehicles are also available for you to design your own adventure on a private hire basis. We look forward to welcoming you soon! Happy Travelling, The Yorkshire Day Tours Team
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Yorkshire Day Tours run daily from the centre of historic York to the surrounding Yorkshire countryside. Our tours leave daily from Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7EW (Sightseeing Bus Stop, outside Art Gallery). We also offer complimentary pickups from selected hotels.
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The North Yorkshire Moors & Whitby SUMMER VERSION -
Monday, Friday & Sunday
Dates: 20 March – 30 October Times: 09:30 - 17:30 Price: £40.00 Adult, Senior, Student £34.00 Child (5-16) Optional Extra: A ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway WINTER VERSION -
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
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31 October 2016 – 30 March 2017 09:00 – 17:30 £30.00 Adult, Senior, Student £25.00 Child (5-16)
See the famous town of Whitby and get off the beaten track to experience the North Yorkshire Moors. • Whitby, famous for its Abbey, 199 steps, Dracula and, of course, Fish & Chips. You will have time to explore this historic fishing town.
Whitby 199 steps • North Yorkshire moors Railway, dependent on timetabling, there will be opportunity to ride the railway as an optional extra. Please call or view our website for details.
• Goathland, famous for TV’s 60’s drama Heartbeat. Its train station was also used in the Harry Potter films as ‘Hogsmeade’. • The Moors, travel off the beaten track, with views for miles, throughout one of the largest expanses of moorland in Britain.
The Yorkshire Dales SUMMER VERSION -
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
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19 March – 29 October 09:30 - 17:30 £40.00 Adult, Senior, Student £34.00 Child (5-16)
WINTER VERSION -
Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
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31 October 2016 – 31 March 2017 09:00 – 17:30 £30.00 Adult, Senior, Student £25.00 Child (5-16)
The classic scenery of the National Park takes us deep into Dales. You will travel through five of the famous Dales including Wensleydale, Swaledale and Wharfedale.’ • Reeth, located in Swaledale, this small village dates back to the Doomsday Book. There will be time for lunch, a great opportunity to enjoy a real ale at one of local public houses. • Aysgarth Falls, one of Wensleydale’s famous beauty spots, these limestone steps were featured in Kevin Costner’s Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. • Grassington, this picturesque market town provides the perfect opportunity for an afternoon stop.
Sheep in the Dales
The North Yorkshire Moors & Castle Howard Thursday & Saturday Dates:
24 March – 29 October
Times:
09:30 - 17:30
Price:
£45.00 Adult, Senior, Student £40.00 Child (5-16)
Included Extra: Entry to Castle Howard
‘See one of the finest Stately homes in Britain and get off the beaten track to experience the North Yorkshire Moors. • Castle Howard, there will be time to explore the 18th century residence, with world renowned collections, or enjoy a relaxing walk in the extensive grounds and gardens.
Castle Howard • Pickering, home of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway explore the historic gateway to the Moors. • The Moors, travel off the beaten track, with views for miles, throughout one of the largest expanses of moorland in Britain. • Helmsley, enjoy time to explore this traditional Yorkshire market town.
The North Yorkshire Moors Wednesday Dates:
23 March – 26 October
Times:
09:30 - 17:30
Price:
£40.00 Adult, Senior, Student £34.00 Child (5-16)
See the highlights of the North York Moors National Park including Goathland, the picturesque village of Lealholm and Helmsley. •
The tour includes a morning stop at Pickering, home of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and the gateway to the Moors. Lunch will be at Lealholm, described as the ‘prettiest village in Yorkshire’, where you will have time to explore its delightful features.
• There will be time to visit Goathland, famous for TV’s 60’s drama Heartbeat, its train station was also used in the Harry Potter films as ‘Hogsmeade’. During the afternoon, time will be spent travelling through the extensive moorland, before reaching the market town of Helmsley. • There will be time to take in views over the Vale of York, before returning to the centre of York.
Yorkshire Moors above Rosedale Abbey
Haworth, Harrogate & Skipton Tuesday & Friday Dates:
22 March – 28 October
Times:
09:30 - 17:30
Price:
£40.00 Adult, Senior, Student £34.00 Child (5-16)
Optional Extra: Bronte Parsonage
‘See the best of Bronte Country and experience traditional Yorkshire towns’ •
Haworth, enjoy time to explore this cobbled village famous for its connections to the Bronte Sisters. The Bronte Parsonage is located in Haworth, opening times may vary (entry extra).
• Ilkley Moor, take in the views on the Moor famous for inspiring the Yorkshire ‘county anthem’ – On Ilkla Moor Baht ‘at (‘on Ilkley Moor without a hat’).
Ilkley Moor • Skipton, recorded in the Doomsday book, the town’s castle dates back to 1090. You will have time to walk along the canal or visit the market on Fridays. •
Harrogate, Yorkshire’s famous spa town and home to the world famous Betty’s Tea Room. Voted the happiest place in Britain, Harrogate can also boast to have been voted the third most romantic place in the world.
The Lake District from York Wednesday & Sunday Dates:
23 March – 30 October
Times:
08:00 - 20:00
Price:
£70.00 Adult, Senior, Student £65.00 Child (5-16)
Optional Extra: Entry to Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House
‘Explore some of the world famous Lake District and its highlights in a day’ • Windermere Lake Cruise, sit back and enjoy panoramic views on the largest lake in England, lake cruise included in the price. • Hawkshead, time to explore this traditional lakeland village dating back to medieval times. Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter both have strong connections to the village. • Tarn Hows, famous Lake District beauty spot. Unrivalled views towards the fells beyond. •
Hill Top House, the former home of Beatrix Potter. Visit the shop and gardens free of charge. Entrance to the house (a National Trust property) is extra (£10 Adult/£5 Child).
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Private Hire We offer a range of tours to groups wishing to enjoy their own day out in Yorkshire. Our 16 seater MiniCoaches are available for full and half day hire, including bespoke tours. We also offer UK wide airport and rail transfers. Please call us direct on 01904 405341 to discuss your requirements and receive a competitive quote.
Seasonal Specials Check out our website for our seasonal day tours. These include: Christmas Markets Castle Howard at Christmas
One of our Mini-Coaches
Short Breaks in York From late 2016 we will be offering a range of short break options in and around the York area. Our short breaks are the perfect way to explore Yorkshire as they combine quality accommodation with our day tours. Check out our website for further details.
Short Breaks in the Lake District Our sister company Mountain Goat based in the Lake District offers a range of short break packages to suit all tastes. The breaks include transfers from Windermere Rail Station, one or more full day tour and accommodation in either Windermere or Bowness-on-Windermere. You have the choice of a Traditional Lakeland Guest House or stay in one of the Lake District’s finest 4* hotels, The Lindeth Howe County House Hotel, with fine 2 AA Rosette Dining.
An example of a 4* bedroom
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Call our office direct on +44 (0)1904 405341 Visit our website www.yorkshiredaytours.com
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Book through Visit York Tourist Information Centre, 1 Museum St, York, YO1 7DT
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