York Private Tours

A circuit of thirteenth-century walls encloses York’s medieval street plan, and walking the full round takes about two hours. At the centre stands York Minster, one of the great Gothic cathedrals of Europe, and you can climb its central tower for the view across the rooftops. The Shambles, with its overhanging timber fronts, draws Harry Potter readers to the shop that must not be named, while the Jorvik Viking Centre reconstructs the city’s Norse past.

York private tours

Wuthering Heights & Emily Bronte: A Literary Journey Through Yorkshire

Discover the real landscapes behind Wuthering Heights — from iconic filming locations to the places that shaped Emily Brontë’s life and imagination.

8 days

Wonderful World of Herriot Tour

Discover this wonderful tour proposes an enchanting journey where the magic of three historic cities is unveiled.

£ 2,400

8 days

Literary Landscapes of Northern England

Walk in the footsteps of England’s most renowned authors

10 days

Literary Landscapes of Northern England

Walk in the footsteps of England’s most renowned authors

Up to two weeks or longer

Historic Britain: From London to Edinburgh

Journey Through Time: Explore the UK’s Historic Cities, Uncover Centuries of Heritage

11 days

Historic Britain: From London to Edinburgh

Journey Through Time: Explore the UK’s Historic Cities, Uncover Centuries of Heritage

11 days

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Introduction to York

Walking the thirteenth-century city walls
York Minster and the climb up the central tower
The Shambles and its Harry Potter shops
The Jorvik Viking Centre
Guided literary tours of the city
Direct trains from London and on to Edinburgh

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your Dream Vacation

High Point Holidays is an independent tour operator creating unique and authentic trips in Europe, with a focus on France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Why Travel with high point holiday?

Individually designed

Every trip is shaped entirely around you — your interests, your pace, your dreams — crafting a journey that feels unmistakably yours.

Responsible Travel

We tread lightly wherever we go — supporting local communities, protecting wild places, and ensuring every journey leaves more than it takes.

Flexible Travel

Plans change, and so do we — adapting itineraries on the move, so your journey always reflects how you feel in the moment.

In our hands

From the first spark of an idea to your safe return home, every detail is handled with care — so you can simply enjoy the journey.

Local experts

Our people live and breathe their destinations — sharing hidden corners, trusted contacts, and the kind of insight no guidebook could capture.

Carefully Selected Partners

Handpicked for their passion and depth of knowledge, our guides turn every moment into a story — bringing each place vividly to life.

York Private Tours