Top Leeds Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Save tired legs and go on a tour of the North Yorkshire countryside from the comfort of a public cruise. It’s a faster way to see local sights than a walking tour, and it’s perfect for all weather conditions too. As an added bonus, commentary is provided during the boat trip, so you’ll be entertained and hear stories about the local area as you travel.

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes glimpse of one of Britain’s longest running soaps on a tour of the original Emmerdale filming locations. Set out on a 4-hour bus tour from Leeds and see the real-life Yorkshire Dales villages and farms where the iconic TV show was filmed up until 1997. Spot iconic locations like Emmerdale village, Emmerdale Farm and the Woolpack pub, as you hop off in the real-life villages of Otley, Esholt and Leathley, and hear fun facts and anecdotes about the long-running show.

We are back! Leeds Walking Tours will run every Saturday from 1st May 2021 Leeds is a vibrant modern city with rich industrial heritage. Enjoy the very best of Leeds with our friendly, informative, entertaining professional guides. Join us to discover its richly layered history and let us reveal the story of Leeds through its buildings, spaces, stories and people. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, take our 2 hour walking tour and find out what makes Leeds the exciting city it is today ​

Explore the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park on your own private small-group day trip from Leeds, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg, Pateley Bridge and the traditional Dales Market Town of Hawes, where you will have the opportunity to visit the award winning Wensleydale Creamery, the home of Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this private Minicoach tour, for any group size up to a maximum of 15.

Long a popular spa destination in England, the charming town of Harrogate is today also reputed for its food scene. On this lunchtime, small-group tour, you’ll stroll past the key sights in the city center and will pause at five different eateries and other venues. Sample local treats, enjoy a beer, and learn about Harrogate’s history as you go. By the tour’s end, you’ll have enjoyed the equivalent of a hearty meal.

Take to the water and explore beautiful Yorkshire by boat on this relaxing sightseeing cruise. With a traditional Yorkshire tea of sandwiches, scones, desserts, and drinks served on board, cruise through the pretty countryside and admire uninterrupted views from your vantage point on the water. There’s also a fully licensed bar on board.

Calling all adrenaline junkies!  Whether you come alone, with a friend or with your family, you're sure to have a day out to remember!  Inch Perfect Trials provides motorcycle trials bike experience days in the heart of the Ribble Valley on 100 acres of fantastic trialing land with natural obstacles.  The best part?  No experience is necessary and you do not need a bike licence.

Admire Yorkshire from the river while tucking into a local delicacy during a canal cruise that includes a roast dinner. You’ll escape the crowds on land and enjoy views from onboard a traditional barge that’s equipped with a bar that offers soft and alcoholic drinks to purchase.

Relax on a 2-hour cruise while enjoying a Ploughman's Lunch and drinks served on board. Two-hour cruise with lunch Fully licensed bar onboard

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Guided Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore Bronte Country and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including the West Yorkshire Pennine Village of Haworth (made famous by the Bronte sisters and home to the Bronte Parsonage Museum), Bingley Five Rise Locks (the most spectacular feature of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal), the traditional Yorkshire Dales village of Linton (with its stone bridges and limestone falls), Bolton Abbey (where you will see the stunning setting of the ruins of the 12th Century Augustinian Monastery); and learn about the history of the area from your guide as you enjoy the spectacular scenery of the National Park.

Before you know it, you’re tootling along 17 miles of quiet, lock-free water like a true captain on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. • Six hours and 30 minutes • 10 am – 4:30 pm • Maximum of 10 passengers • Includes a short tuition on handling and safety

All aboard! Enjoy some fun tunes and join us aboard the Dalesman canal boat for a Drinks Ahoy Cruise like no other! If cocktails are your tipple of choice, we have 10 unique ones to choose from! A great selection of Whiskeys and Gins and the bar is open throughout the cruise, serving a range of wines, Prosecco, craft beers & cider, spirits, soft drinks and juices, so there’s something for everyone!

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the most famous National Parks in the World. Famed for its iconic scenery of dramatic limestone hills, winding valleys, dry stone walls, meadows and grazing sheep. Our friendly driver/guides will help you see more than you can imagine in a single day as they explore the wild landscape with you. Highlights • Historic landmarks such as Jervaulx Abbey and Castle Bolton • Spectacular winding passes • The traditional Dales towns of Reeth, Hawes or Grassington • Iconic views • Aysgarth Falls

Book this Private Guided Tour for the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park, but with a particular focus on the countryside and locations used for the filming of the new All Creatures Great & Small TV series, first shown on Channel 5 in 2020. In the morning you will experience some of the stunning filming location landscapes, before spending lunchtime in Grassington, used as the location for "Darrowby", where you may want to eat and drink with the locals in one of the pubs or cafes. In the afternoon, you can either continue to enjoy more of the Yorkshire Dales or head off to Thirsk to visit the award-winning World of James Herriot visitor attraction. Departs 9.00am and drops off 5.15pm.

Venture to some of Yorkshire’s most picturesque corners on this seamless, private tour. Your guide will meet you directly at your Leeds accommodation; board a comfortable minibus with your group and head into the countryside. During this full-day tour, you’ll follow in the steps of the Bronte sisters when you visit the village of Haworth, will discover the beauty of Yorkshire Dales National Park, will visit the ruins of the 12th-century Bolton Abbey, and otherwise immerse yourself in the region’s bucolic scenery.

Visit one of the UK's most breathtaking areas, the Lake District National Park. Arriving in the Lake District you will explore the central and northern Lakes, enjoy views of the UK's largest lake, Windermere, visit the famous town of Grasmere, renowned for William Wordsworth and its gingerbread. Explore Keswick and Castlerigg Stone Circle, thought to be older than Stone Henge itself, and visit Surprise View, famed for its incredible vistas.

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Guided Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg, Kettlewell, Pateley Bridge and the traditional Dales Market Town of Hawes, where you will have the opportunity to visit the award winning Wensleydale Creamery, the home of Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese.

Explore the famous area or the North York Moors National Park. Famed for the largest area of heather Moorland in England, there is much more than meets the eye. The moors are one of the most important historical areas in Britain in terms of religion, farming, mining, fishing and smuggling It has more ancient scheduled monuments than anywhere in the country including, standing stones, Stone crosses and burial mounds. Explore historic towns, quaint villages and historic sites such as Whitby Abbey. Enjoy unrivalled views across the Yorkshire coast and for miles across the Yorkshire Dales. On a clear day views can exceed 50 miles.

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Guided Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway! You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and travel back to Harrogate through the Howardian Hills, passing by Castle Howard. In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours!

Book this Private Guided Tour for the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park, but with a particular focus on the countryside and locations used for the filming of the new All Creatures Great & Small TV series, first shown on Channel 5 in 2020. In the morning you will experience some of the stunning filming location landscapes, before spending lunchtime in Grassington, used as the location for "Darrowby", where you may want to eat and drink with the locals in one of the pubs or cafes. In the afternoon, you can either continue to enjoy more of the Yorkshire Dales or head off to Thirsk to visit the award-winning World of James Herriot visitor attraction. Departs 9.00am and drops off 5.15pm.

Visit one of the UK's most breathtaking areas, the Lake District National Park. Arriving in the Lake District you will explore the central and northern Lakes, enjoy views of the UK's largest lake, Windermere, visit the famous town of Grasmere, renowned for William Wordsworth and its gingerbread. Explore Keswick and Castlerigg Stone Circle, thought to be older than Stone Henge itself, and visit Surprise View, famed for its incredible vistas.

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the most famous National Parks in the World. Famed for its iconic scenery of dramatic limestone hills, winding valleys, dry stone walls, meadows and grazing sheep. Our friendly driver/guides will help you see more than you can imagine in a single day as they explore the wild landscape with you. Highlights • Historic landmarks such as Jervaulx Abbey and Castle Bolton • Spectacular winding passes • The traditional Dales towns of Reeth, Hawes or Grassington • Iconic views • Aysgarth Falls

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Guided Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to spend three hours enjoying Whitby, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! As well as photo stops on the moors, you will also stop at the famous Kilburn White Horse, the market town of Helmsley (with its quaint cafes, shops and medieval castle) and the beautiful, traditional English villages of Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and Lealholm (with its stepping stones across the River Esk).

On this guided tour, explore over 200 years of beer in Leeds, including visits to iconic locations across the City Centre. Learn about the heritage of beer in the city, whilst sampling fine ales along the way, all included in the tour price.