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The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York

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York, England
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Any tourist can visit York and enjoy its historic buildings and picturesque cobbled streets, but what about learning about its past as Jorvik, as the Vikings called it hundreds of years ago? This private tour takes you through a side of the city’s story that most visitors miss out on.
  • See the York Minster, the city walls, the Shambles, and more
  • Your guide has plenty of local anecdotes to share
  • Go private for a way more personal York tour
  • A very educational way to get your bearings in York for the first time

What's Included

  • Expert Local Guide
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee - Entry to indoor paid attractions not included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Roman column in Minster Yard
    11 Minster Yard, York YO1 7HH, UK

    Meet by the Roman Column by the Minster.

End point

  • York Castle, York, UK

    Tour finishes at Clifford's Tower.

Itinerary

1

York Minster

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

2

York City Walls

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

King's Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Shambles

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Parish of All Saints, Pavement

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King's Staith (Pass By)

6

Clifford's Tower

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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