"The ticket cost seemed too high for the service received. Delayed buses, overcrowding, and limited flexibility made the tour disappointing compared to other transportation options."
The Ghost Bus Tours - York
Overview
Many locations in York are rumoured to be haunted, yet conventional sightseeing trips rarely touch on these eerie tales. This tour takes you on an evening ghost bus adventure between haunted sites including Clifford's Tower and York Minster, helping you learn about the dark history of the city. Your guide will regale you with stories of gruesome crimes, evil individuals, and restless ghosts as you go.
About the activity
Free Cancellation
Mobile Voucher
Live Guide
English
Highlights
- Learn about the evil side of York's most well-known sites, including Dick Turpin's grave, York Minster, and Clifford's Tower.
- 75-minute tour aboard a vintage Routemaster bus from the 1960s
- The town's greatest comedic horror bus tour
- Completely spine-tingling narrative provided by your eerie conductor
- Spooky sightseeing excursion featuring theatre performers on board
- Discover the darkest mysteries of York
- Luxurious bus for a captivating encounter
Itinerary
Take a dramatic sightseeing Ghost Bus Tour on a vintage 1960s Routemaster bus to see York's evil side. Set out on a unique 75-minute voyage that will make your spine tingle, with on-board actors and technical tricks that create an immersive experience. As the eerie conductor narrates about the spirits that live within the city's mediaeval walls, your imagination will be piqued.
To set the ambiance, buses are painted a midnight black and furnished with luxurious red velvet drapes and antique lighting. While passing many of York's most well-known sites, such as Clifford's Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin's cemetery, discover the darker side of the city. Can you maintain your composure throughout this hilarious comedic horror experience?
Select the start time that works best for your schedule, then head to downtown York to meet your eerie guide for a tour through the macabre past of the city. Take a ride on the ghost bus, a vintage Routemaster with a dubious past. Take a seat on the dim upper or lower deck and look out the window as you navigate the dim, winding streets.
Enjoy terrifying stories about some of York's most notorious crimes, hauntings, and eerie personalities while you ride. Notable sites including Clifford's Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin's grave will pass by; pause periodically to familiarise yourself with eerie locations. As one of the spookiest cities in the world, York has a terrible underbelly that you will fully comprehend at the end!
What's Included
What's Included
- 75-minutes Bus Tour
- Professional actors/guides
Schedule
- Timings: Kindly check calendar
- Departure point: Outside The Milner York Hotel, Station Rd, Bus stop RE, York YO24 1AA, UK
- Duration: Approx. 75 minutes
Redemption Info
- Travellers must exchange their booking Voucher.
- Your booking voucher will expire after you exchange it for a ticket.
- The company or tour operator will not provide a refund if ticket is misplaced.
Know Before You Go
Voucher Validity:
- Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the date and time selected at the time of purchase.
Important Info:
- This tour is NOT a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour.
- Please arrive in advance of the departure time to secure your seat.
- Schedule subject to change due to weather and low tide conditions or city events.
- Guests must check in at the ticket booth 20 minutes before tour time.
- No on-site refunds allowed.
- Under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Children under 5 attend free, at parents' risk.
- Only one child under 5 years old per adult may travel for free provided they do not occupy a seat to the exclusion of a fare paying passenger.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking other than bottled water are not permitted on the bus.
- Buses are classic 1960s Routemasters, which are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation Policy
- Non Refundable: Once booked, the purchase is non-refundable.
Disclaimer
- There may be unexpected changes in the timetable due to public holidays, weather conditions, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy.
- We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
- Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
- The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.
Customer Reviews
4.5
based on 2,096 reviews
Rating Distribution
"As first-time visitors, this tour was exactly what we needed. It provided an excellent overview of the city while making every destination easy and enjoyable to explore."
"The buses appeared worn, and some advertised stops were missed without explanation. Poor communication and unreliable service made the overall sightseeing experience frustrating rather than enjoyable."
"The bus simplified our entire trip. Clear routes, frequent departures, and comfortable seating helped us visit famous attractions without worrying about maps or complicated public transportation."
"Riding on the upper deck was the highlight of our vacation. Stunning city views, fresh air, and entertaining commentary made every mile enjoyable and memorable."
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