All Yorkshire Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 12

Dive into Scarborough’s ghostly past with the help of a local tour guide who’ll share historical spooky stories. This fun guided tour takes you from South Bay Beach to the Old Town and more as you hear about well-researched dark history tales all about legends, murder, and, of course, hauntings. From June to August, ride the Central Tramway; winter route does include a bit of uphill walking.

Get ready for an entirely new kind of thrill in Matlock Bath! Bonkers Illumination Golf is not your average mini-golf experience – it’s a fresh and unique blend of family-friendly fun, handcrafted cocktails and refreshing beers. Nestled on the lively North Parade, Bonkers is set to transform your leisure time into an extraordinary adventure. This isn't crazy golf, this is Bonkers Illumination Golf ⛳️

Whitby‘s atmospheric cliffs and shadowy lanes provided the eerie inspiration for one of literature‘s most enduring monsters. On this atmospheric audio tour, you‘ll follow in the footsteps of Bram Stoker, exploring the very locations that sparked his imagination as he crafted Dracula during his 1890 visit to this coastal town. The self-guided tour begins at Number 6 Royal Crescent, where Stoker lodged during his fateful stay in Whitby. You‘ll stroll through the picturesque Royal Crescent gardens before making your way down to the seafront. As you walk alongside the crashing waves, across Whitby Bridge, and through narrow medieval passages, you‘ll discover how this seemingly serene fishing town with its melancholic air influenced Stoker‘s gothic masterpiece.

In this fun Doncaster scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app's live rankings. All scavenger hunts have a remote host to help along the way. Come explore with us in Doncaster.

Get your bearings and explore York like a local on this exclusive private walking tour, led by an expert guide. More than just a history lesson, this immersive experience brings the city’s rich past to life as you stroll through its cobbled streets, ancient walls, and hidden corners. Step back in time to Viking-age Jorvik, walk in the footsteps of Romans along the city’s famous walls, and uncover how York evolved from a medieval religious center to the vibrant, historic gem it is today. From grand landmarks to tucked-away treasures, your guide will share the stories that make York unique.

This Private Tour provides the opportunity for you to get out into the countryside to enjoy the fresh air and stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We will pick you up from your hotel (or other location of your choice) at 10.00am and head out of town for a circular tour of Wharfedale and Nidderdale, with alternative potential stops at Bolton Abbey, Burnsall, Pateley Bridge and Fountains Abbey to suit your preferences. There will also be scenic photo stops along the way. You will be able to buy food and drinks en route, but feel free to bring your own food along and we will stop somewhere suitable for you to have a picnic away from any crowds. The itinerary for this tour is flexible, talk to your Driver when you set off to decide how you want to spend your time, based upon your personal preferences. Departs 10.00am and drops off 2.30pm.

The medieval town of Skipton has a range of haunted secrets to uncover. On this private ghost walking tour, meet your guide at the gates of Skipton Castle and learn about the ghastly ghous that roam the town’s streets, listening to tales of medieval kings and queens, witches, and butchers, as you wander by haunted pubs and churchyards.

Discover the enchanting beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park on this one-day tour from York. Experience picturesque villages like Pateley Bridge and Grassington, known for their charming cobbled streets and traditional pubs. Enjoy a visit to Hawes, famous for Wensleydale Cheese, and take in the stunning Aysgarth Falls. End the day at the serene Jervaulx Abbey, a historical gem. With expert commentary and ample free time to explore, this small group tour offers a personal touch to your adventure in the Dales. - Full-day guided tour departing from York - Explore storybook villages and enjoy local delicacies - Visit iconic sites including Aysgarth Falls and Jervaulx Abbey - Return to York by approximately 5:30 PM, with a small group for a more intimate experience

Enjoy a leisurely drive along the famous Northumberland Coastal Route and its surrounding countryside with views of the regions most famous castles. On this tour, you will travel through some of the region’s most beautiful and iconic locations – and stop off for some free time on route. Even your fish and chips are included in the price! This tour is perfect for those who want to sit back, relax and enjoy the view. The first stop is the beautiful village of Alnmouth. Take some free time to wander or enjoy a coffee before continuing up the coast. You will stop for traditional fish and chips at Seahouses before heading up to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. On route, you will see the stunning and dramatic castles of Warkworth, Bamburgh and Alnwick. The tour is flexible and customisable. You can choose to walk along some sections of the coast, at any village you like, and also visit one of the castles on route.

This is a private Brontë Country tour from York, designed for guests who want more than a standard day trip. Instead of joining a coach or following a rushed group route, you travel with your own local driver-guide through Haworth, the Yorkshire moors, Brontë landmarks, literary viewpoints and atmospheric village stops. The tour combines famous Brontë locations with the wider landscape that shaped their writing — moorland views, historic churches, stone streets, remote ruins and quiet corners often missed on larger tours. The pace is flexible, with time for photos, short walks, café stops and exterior-only visits if preferred. With door-to-door pickup from York, private transport for up to four guests, and local storytelling throughout the day, it is a personal, comfortable way to experience Brontë Country without hiring a car or joining a large group.

Uncover the spine-chilling history of Leeds on this evening ghost tour through the city. Led by the enthusiastic character-guide Lord Bartholomew Catch, you'll explore some of Leeds' most haunted locations while hearing tales of witches, ghosts, murderers, and the dark past that shaped the area. Along the way, see more in less time and tick off places you'd likely miss exploring alone.

York Gin Tastings are fun, fascinating, and one of the best things to do in York. Come along with friends and enjoy two full G&Ts (or other mixer!) while tasting a wide selection of your award-winning range. You'll learn lots and laugh lots with your famously friendly and knowledgeable York Gin Experts, who'll take you through the amazing legends, myths and history of gin. Includes: Two drinks, 6 tasters, optional snacks, 10% discount on everything at the event. Speakeasy setting within York City walls. Dog friendly.

The Tours are the only way to see Yorkshire and its beauty in a single day with complete privacy, security and comfort onboard the magnificent Mercedes Benz V Class accompanied by one of the expert guides. The guides always place your enjoyment of the day before everything else. No other Tour in the glorious north of England focuses so much on the overall quality of each and every guests experience. We believe that your vacation is the most valuable part of your year. We respect every minute of your vacation time, the philosophy is to make every moment of your time on vacation worthwhile. Before founding our company Andrew Ward led a tour in another part of the UK that was ranked by TripAdvisor Travellers choice as the best tour in England and tenth best tour in the world. Lastly and most importantly every tour guarantees the sighting of at least a couple of very woolly Sheep!

Skip the busy ghost tours, and see the spooky side of York on a self-guided ghost tour. You’ll download a cellphone App, then listen to an audio tour to track down the ghouls and spirits that haunt the city of York. Linger where and when you want, or complete the tour within an hour; the experience is independent so you have the freedom to enjoy it on your own terms.

Unlock centuries of secrets, sieges, and hidden history on a walk along England’s most complete medieval city walls! Led by a local expert, this tour bypasses standard textbook timelines to reveal the gritty, chaotic, and bizarre reality of life on York’s defensive perimeter. From imperial Roman foundations to the brutal battlegrounds of the Civil War, you’ll discover the physical scars left by centuries of conflict. What you’ll discover: The Gates of Power: Explore famous "Bars" and hidden posterns where guards dropped heavy portcullises in a race against time. The Scarred Battlements: See where furious rebels burned gates to ash and enemy soldiers dug explosive wartime mines. Gritty Micro-Histories: Hear the laugh-out-loud true stories of watchmen chasing rogue pigs off the ramparts and a 15th-century trade-war murder. Myth-Busting: Debunk the famous "Scotsman and the longbow" urban legend. Secure your spot today and walk the walls like a true medieval watchman!

What makes this experience truly special is the setting. Enjoy the heat of a wood-fired sauna right beside Ellerton Lake, known for its exceptionally clean, clear water. Step out into the fresh air, take in the peaceful lakeside surroundings and, if you choose, cool off with a refreshing dip in the lake before returning to the warmth of the sauna. It’s a memorable combination of heat, open water and nature in one unique experience.