The North Ridings Tour
Tour Details
- 7 Days
- Ideal introduction to England
- From £3500 pp
This North Ridings tour offers a well-rounded way to experience the character and landscapes of northern England, combining open countryside, historic towns, and thoughtfully paced exploration. Designed to showcase some of the region’s most distinctive settings, the tour takes in rolling moorland, dramatic coastline, traditional villages, and culturally significant sites, with travel between locations carefully planned to maximise comfort and time on the ground.
The pace of the tour can be adapted to suit your preferences, whether you enjoy gentle walks, longer periods of exploration, or a balance of guided visits and free time. Distances, timings, and daily structure are all considered in advance, allowing you to enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. Throughout the journey, local history, geography, and points of interest are brought to life through context and storytelling, adding depth to each place visited.
Accommodation is arranged in comfortable, characterful hotels or inns, providing a relaxed end to each day. With logistics, transport, and planning handled throughout, this fully escorted tour is well suited to couples, private groups, or travellers who prefer a structured yet flexible way to explore northern England, enjoying both its well-known highlights and its quieter, less-travelled corners.
Pricing Guide
Based on a bespoke escorted tour with high-quality accommodation, private transport, and expert guiding.
| Group Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | £3,500 |
| 3 people | £3,000 |
| 5 people | £2,700 |
| 8 people | £2,350 |
| 10 people | £2,250 |
All tours are tailored to your group size, interests, pace, and preferred level of comfort. Prices are indicative and confirmed following a personal consultation.
What's Included
- Fully escorted private touring, led by a former Scotland Yard detective
- Private collection from Manchester Airport with chauffeur-driven transport throughout
- Carefully curated itinerary across northern England’s countryside, coast, and historic cities
- Thoughtfully paced travel, balancing guided insight with unhurried free time
- Story-led insight and historical context, shared throughout the journey
- Comfortable, characterful accommodation, selected to suit your preferences
- Seamless planning, logistics, and coordination, handled from start to finish
Inclusions may vary depending on preferences and final itinerary. Full details are confirmed at the time of enquiry.
Sample Itinerary
The North Ridings – Sample Itinerary
The North Ridings Sample Itinerary
A refined exploration of northern England’s landscapes, history, and character.
- Day 1 – Arrival in Manchester
Collection from Manchester Airport and transfer into northern England, beginning the journey through open countryside.
- Day 2 – Lancashire & Pennine Landscapes
Travel through the Trough of Bowland and Saddleworth Moor, taking in expansive landscapes and quiet rural scenery.
- Day 3 – Harrogate
Time in the elegant spa town of Harrogate, with opportunities to explore at a relaxed pace.
- Day 4 – Yorkshire Coast
Visit the fishing village of Whitby and the atmospheric setting of Goathland, known for its character and coastal heritage.
- Day 5 – North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway
Experience a journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway, travelling through some of England’s most evocative landscapes.
- Day 6 – City of York
A full leisure day in the historic city of York, allowing time to explore its streets, landmarks, and stories at your own pace.
- Day 7 – Lindisfarne & Alnwick Castle
Travel north to Lindisfarne and visit Alnwick Castle, rich in history and dramatic setting, before returning to Manchester Airport.
