Private Driven Tours from York and Beyond
Discover Yorkshire through private driven tours shaped by history, atmosphere, ruined beauty, dramatic scenery and local storytelling. Whether you are drawn to abbeys, castles, haunted roads, coastal views or iconic Yorkshire landmarks, Highwayman Tours offers a more personal and flexible way to explore.
Every tour is private for your group of up to 4 passengers, giving you the freedom to enjoy the journey at your own pace. Open 10AM - Midnight.
Tour Prices at a Glance
Prices are per private tour, not per person. Bring up to 4 passengers and the cost can work out closer than people expect.
Around £46.25 per person when shared by 4 passengers.
Around £61.25 per person when shared by 4 passengers.
Around £73.75 per person when shared by 4 passengers.
Entry fees, food and drinks are not included unless clearly stated. Discounts apply to eligible bookings only and may not be combined with other offers unless agreed in advance.
Explore the Tours
Abbeys, Ruins & Reformation
£245 private tourA private driven tour through some of Yorkshire’s most evocative religious and historical sites. Expect dramatic abbey ruins, rich heritage and the echoes of England’s turbulent past, all brought together in a journey full of atmosphere and story.
Style: history, heritage, ruined beauty and atmospheric Yorkshire landscapes
Ideal for: history lovers, heritage visitors, photographers and those who enjoy Yorkshire’s quieter grandeur
Castles, Coast & Gothic Legends
£295 private tourA striking private driven tour blending castle history, sweeping coastal scenery and the darker legends of Yorkshire. This is a journey of ruined strongholds, atmospheric towns and dramatic views, shaped as much by mood as by history.
Style: castles, coastline, gothic atmosphere and strong Yorkshire character
Ideal for: visitors wanting coastal scenery, history, drama and a memorable full-day route
Haunted Highways – Full Day
£245 private tourA deeper private driven journey into Yorkshire’s darker side. Haunted Highways Full Day brings together eerie locations, historic places, local legends and roads that feel haunted by story themselves.
Style: ghost stories, dark history, folklore and atmospheric stops
Ideal for: ghost story lovers, dark history fans and those wanting a fuller haunted Yorkshire experience
Haunted Highways – Half Day
£185 private tourA shorter but still richly atmospheric private driven tour for those who want Yorkshire’s ghost stories, haunted places and dark local history without committing to a full day.
Style: eerie storytelling, local legend and compact atmospheric touring
Ideal for: visitors with limited time who still want atmosphere, history and a haunted edge
Yorkshire Icons
£295 private tourA premium private driven tour built around some of Yorkshire’s most memorable landmarks and landscapes. Expect grand heritage, striking natural scenery, historic towns and photo-worthy stops brought together in one strong full-day route.
Style: iconic Yorkshire landmarks, scenery, heritage and memorable views
Ideal for: visitors who want a big, varied Yorkshire day with standout places and plenty of visual impact
Bespoke Private Driven Tours
Ask for a quoteLooking for something tailored? Highwayman Tours also offers bespoke private driven tours built around your interests. Whether you want history, scenery, ghost stories, hidden villages, coastal routes or a little bit of everything, your day can be shaped around what you most want to experience.
Tell me what you enjoy, where you would like to go and how long you have, and I can help create something special.
Style: fully tailored private driven tours shaped around your interests
Ideal for: guests who want flexibility, personalisation and something built just for them
Why Choose Highwayman Tours?
Private
Every experience is a private driven tour for you and your group only, with no public coach or large group to follow.
Personal
A more flexible and individual experience than a standard group outing, with routes shaped around the feel of the day.
Atmospheric
History, legend, scenery and storytelling brought together in one memorable journey across York and Yorkshire.
Ready to Book?
Choose your tour, ask a question, or head straight to the booking page. Whether you already know what you want or would like help deciding, Highwayman Tours makes it easy to begin.
Highwayman Tours — private driven tours from York and beyond.
Open 10AM - Midnight.