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Discovering Yorkshire

14 - 18 Jun 27 & 6 - 10 Sep 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Yorkshire with Johnsons Coaches staying at York Fairfield Manor Hotel

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Monday 14^th June 2027 – Friday 18^th June 2027

Monday 6^th September 2027 – Friday 10^th September 2027

5 Days

From £849

Discover the many faces of Yorkshire on this relaxing five-day escorted coach holiday. From the historic streets of York to the sweeping landscapes of the North Yorkshire Moors, this break combines guided sightseeing, heritage attractions and time to explore at leisure. Enjoy a morning tour of York, a cruise along the River Ouse and a scenic journey aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to Whitby. We also visit magnificent Castle Howard, with its impressive house and beautiful grounds. Staying at the 4-star Mercure York Fairfield Manor, this holiday offers history, scenery and comfort in equal measure.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Explore the historic city of York with a guided sightseeing tour
Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the River Ouse
Travel through spectacular scenery aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Visit Whitby, with its harbour, abbey ruins and coastal charm
Discover magnificent Castle Howard and its beautiful grounds

Day One: Arrival

Departing from Henley-in-Arden, we travel to Yorkshire to check-in for our hotel for the next 4 nights.

Day Two

Today is 'York in a nutshell'. After breakfast, we are joined by our tour guide for a comprehensive morning sightseeing tour of York. In the afternoon we enjoy a cruise on the river Ouse, followed by free time to explore the city at leisure.

Day Three

This morning we leave for a spectacular scenic tour of Whitby and the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Our first stop is Pickering where we join the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a ride across the moors to the historic seaport of Whitby, with its ruined abbey on the cliff top overlooking the busy harbour. We have time for lunch here and to explore the town before returning across Blakey Ridge, offering some of the most spectacular views of the area. From Hutton-le-Hole we continue to Helmsley for a short break before returning to the hotel.

Day Four

This morning we visit delightful Castle Howard, best known for its starring role in 'Brideshead Revisited'. We have time to explore the house and the lovely grounds before heading back to York, where the afternoon is free to explore the city at leasuire.. You can visit the Jorvik Centre, The National Railway Museum, or walk the City Walls, the list is endless. No visit to York is complete without seeing the magnificent Minster, and the surrounding narrow streets and little alleyways, including the famous Shambles.

Day Five

After breakfast, we journey home.

Mercure York Fairfield Manor

The 4-star Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel is a beautiful 18th century Georgian manor house, set amongst extensive grounds. Guests can enjoy serene countryside views as well as easy access to York city centre. The hotel is just 6km from York Castle Museum and the Jorvik Viking Museum, making it a great base for those looking to discover the fascinating history of York. Rating 4: The location is on the level and there is wheelchair access within the hotel.

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

En-suite Bathroom * Television * Direct Dial Telephone * Radio * Hairdryer * Tea & Coffee Making Facilities * Wi-Fi Access * The Kilby Restaurant * Kilbys Club Bar

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
4 nights half board
Club Class extra legroom coach
Guided sightseeing tour of York
York Riverboat trip
North Yorkshire Moors Railway single journey
Castle Howard
Outlined Excursions

Date, Price & Supplement

14 Jun 27

£849

Single Room(Initial Allocation): £140

Single Room(Additional): £160

Insurance: £40

6 Sep 27

£849

Single Room(Initial Allocation): £140

Single Room(Additional): £160

Insurance: £40

Prices are per person and for the entire holiday

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