[Departure from Manchester] York Classic Chinese One - Day Chartered Tour: Includes a visit to Castle Howard or Selby Abbey (1 - 6 passengers) | Mandarin - Cantonese driver - guide service

Overview

**Detailed Itinerary** Manchester ‣ Selby Abbey/Castle Howard (Limited from March to October) ‣ York ‣ Manchester Depart from downtown Manchester at 08:30 AM to embark on a romantic journey of York's history and culture, enjoying the pastoral scenery and ancient architecture of north-central England along the way. First, visit Selby Abbey or Castle Howard (seasonal from March to October). Both landmarks are treasures of British history and architectural art. [Selby Abbey] — Selby Abbey is one of the best-preserved medieval churches in England, founded in 1069 AD, with a history of over 900 years. The church integrates Norman, Gothic, and Victorian architectural styles, and its magnificent spires, carvings, and stained glass are breathtaking. It has long been a romantic place for newlyweds to make their vows. The melodious organ and bell tower music create a strong British wedding atmosphere, making it an excellent place to experience traditional British culture and religious art. [Castle Howard] — Castle Howard is not a military fortress, but a magnificent manor built by the Howard family in the eighteenth century, blending Baroque and Palladian architectural styles, with a grand and elegant appearance. The manor has meticulously manicured gardens, romantic rose gardens, and spectacular fountains, like an artistic garden. It is also the filming location for many famous film and television works such as *Garfield*, showcasing the elegant charm of British aristocratic manors and creating a dreamy English scene in the hearts of tourists. Afterward, head to the historic city of...

Package options

• [Manchester Round Trip] York Private Car Chinese Day Tour: 1~6 Passengers: Free cancellation (24 hours notice) | Show e-voucher

Highlights

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Explore the historical and cultural landmarks of York and its surrounding areas in the UK, experiencing the charm of the medieval city and the elegant scenery of the English manor. The itinerary includes the magnificent Castle Howard or Selby Abbey (depending on seasonal availability), both classic examples of British architecture, blending Gothic and Victorian styles, showcasing a strong sense of aristocratic atmosphere and religious art. Next, visit the historic city of York, admire the majestic York Minster, stroll through the Shambles, inspired by Diagon Alley from "Harry Potter," and climb the ancient city walls to overlook the entire city, feeling the extraordinary charm of this "miniature of English history."

The entire journey uses VIP chartered car service, accompanied by a thoughtful Chinese-speaking driver-guide (Mandarin/Cantonese available). The itinerary is flexible, comfortable, and free, taking you to explore the most representative cultural heritage and romantic scenery in the North and Central England.

Departing from Manchester city center at 8:30 AM, visit Selby Abbey or Castle Howard (open from March to October) and the ancient city of York along the way, returning to Manchester city center at approximately 6:30 PM in the evening. The vehicle will be arranged according to the number of people, providing Toyota, Hyundai, Volkswagen, or other equivalent models, 1-6 people small group charter, easy and comfortable travel. The entire journey is provided by a Chinese-speaking driver-guide for about 10 hours of thoughtful service, and pick-up and drop-off in Manchester city center and surrounding areas, allowing you to appreciate the cultural style of York and the ancient English city in the most comfortable way.

What's included

What's included

• Chinese-speaking professional driver/guide
• Guided tour inside the attraction
• Round-trip transfers

Not included

Not included

• Admission to All attractions that require ticket purchase for entry.
• Meals and beverages
• Other personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Insurance
• [Required] Basic driver-guide gratuity: 5-seater car (1-3 guests) £10/car/day; 7-9 seater car (4-6 guests) £20/car/day. [Only required for overtime] Driver-guide overtime fee: £50/hour on weekdays, £80/hour on UK and Chinese holidays. *Driver-guide gratuities and overtime fees should be paid directly to the driver-guide in cash in British pounds on the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

Cancellation policy

• You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

Booking changes policy

Booking changes policy

• Change are allowed until 24 hour(s) before activity starts
• The booking can’t be changed if it was booked with Klook Pass, under pre-sales or comes with a freebie.
• The booking cannot be changed if the voucher has not yet been issued.
• Bookings made using SG Culture Pass or Taiwan Culture Points cannot be changed.

How to use

Voucher type

Show e-voucher

Usage validity

Usage validity

• The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Meet-up / Address

Transport

Optional hotel pick up

Important notes

Activity Duration

10hr Duration

Language

Chinese

Group Type

Private group

Insider tips

【Included】

Vehicle Fee: A comfortable 5-seater car will be used for 3 people or less; a 7-9 seater commercial vehicle will be used for 4-6 people. In addition to the vehicle fee, a Chinese-speaking driver/guide service for 10 hours is also included.

【Not Included】

Lunch and dinner throughout the trip, travel insurance (recommended to purchase in advance), entrance tickets, optional activities, all personal expenses or items not mentioned in "Included", driver/guide gratuities + driver/guide overtime fees (as shown below, please pay driver gratuities and overtime in GBP cash directly to the driver).

1. Driver/guide gratuities: £10/vehicle/day for a 5-seater car; £20/vehicle/day for a 7-9 seater car.

2. Driver/guide overtime fee (only applicable for services exceeding 10 hours): £50/hour on weekdays; £80/hour on British and Chinese traditional festivals.

【Children's Policy】

1. Chartered vehicles are priced uniformly, regardless of adults or children, and are charged based on the number of people.

2. Teenagers and children (under 16 years old) cannot book independently and must be accompanied by at least one adult.

3. According to UK traffic regulations, children under 135 cm in height must purchase a safety seat; children 135 cm or taller or 12 years of age or older do not need to use a safety seat. If there are children under 12 years of age or shorter than 135 cm, please order directly from the official website. We apologize for any inconvenience.

【Itinerary】

1. All itineraries will depart on time. If passengers do not show up on time, it will be considered a "No Show", and no rescheduling or refunds will be given.

2. In the event of major local events, temporary closures of attractions, or other force majeure factors, the itinerary may be adjusted or some attractions may be changed to exterior visits, subject to the arrangement of the driver/guide on the day.

Date Description

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Itinerary

• Departure: Get picked up at 08:30. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. We offer pick-up and drop-off services in Manchester city center and the surrounding suburbs within approximately 10 kilometers. Please provide us with the exact pick-up and drop-off addresses so that the driver can make arrangements. Thank you!.See additional details for pick-up Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
• [Attraction/experience] Selby Abbey / Castle Howard (Seasonal), Howard Castle (available from March to October) is a luxurious manor built in the early 18th century, blending various architectural styles and elegant gardens. It is also a popular filming location for many movies. From November to February, we will visit Selby Abbey instead, which combines Gothic, Norman, and Victorian architectural styles, creating a magnificent yet exquisite structure.
• [Attraction/experience] York Minster, York Minster is one of the largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals in the UK, with construction starting in the 7th century and spanning hundreds of years. Its magnificent spires and ornate stained glass showcase the beauty of medieval craftsmanship and it is an important symbol of England's religious, artistic, and cultural heritage.
• [Attraction/experience] Shambles, The Shambles is one of York's most famous medieval streets, with its timber-framed buildings extending in a staggered fashion on both sides, preserving the original appearance. It used to be a meat market, but now it is home to unique shops and dessert cafes, and is the inspiration for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter.
• [Attraction/experience] York City Walls, The York City Walls are the most complete medieval city walls in the UK, with a total length of about 3.4 kilometers, surrounding the entire ancient city. You can walk along the city walls, overlooking the York Minster and the Ouse River, and feel the heaviness and romance of thousands of years of history.
• [Attraction/experience] National Railway Museum, The National Railway Museum is one of the world's largest railway museums, housing over a hundred classic trains and locomotives, including royal trains and steam trains. The exhibition halls showcase the history of British railway development and the glory of the industrial age.
• [Return] 18:30, Shuttle included
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Eligibility

Eligibility

• Participants must be aged 12+ to participate in this activity
• Children aged 0-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• **Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount**

Additional information

Additional information

Prohibitions & Limitations

• This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility
• This activity is not recommended for pregnant women
• This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
• Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given

What to bring

• Cash

Accessibility

• **Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount**
• Child seats are not available
• This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Vehicle & luggage info

• Passenger capacity: 6 passengers excluding the driver
• Standard Luggage Size: 65cm x 44cm x 26cm.
• The driver has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued
• Luggage allowance: 2 pieces of standard-sized luggages

Booking note: Prices are shown in HKD and include SapTour service margin. Availability may vary by date and selected package.