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Private Viking Walk of York

By York Walls Tours
4.9 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is €140 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Overview

Discover the extraordinary Viking history of York, and the incredible tales of the most famous Vikings of them all - Ragnar, Ivar the Boneless, Erik Bloodaxe and Harald Hardrada. Why was York such an important Viking city, and why were so many Viking battles fought here? Find out why in this exclusive, personalised 2-hour walking tour of Viking York. … meeting you at a time and location to suit you (for example at your hotel) there are no set times to meet or big groups to join with, this is your own tour which you can take at your own pace. For a small additional fee this can also include a stop off at an authentic Viking Themed Bar in York (great in the cold weather!), located on the same site as the legendary Viking Kings of York!

Activity location

  • York City Walls
    • YO1 7HB, York, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Roman Column
    • 11 Minster Yard
    • YO1 7HH, York, England, United Kingdom

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Private Viking Walk of York
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English

Discover the extraordinary Viking history of York, and the incredible tales of the most famous Vikings of them all - Ragnar, Ivar the Boneless, Erik Bloodaxe and Harald Hardrada. Why was York such an important Viking city, and why were so many Viking battles fought here? Find out why in this exclusive, personalised 2-hour walking tour of Viking York. … meeting you at a time and location to suit you (for example at your hotel) there are no set times to meet or big groups to join with, this is your own tour which you can take at your own pace. For a small additional fee this can also include a stop off at an authentic Viking Themed Bar in York (great in the cold weather!), located on the same site as the legendary Viking Kings of York!

Language options: English
Price details
€139.89 x 1 Adult€139.89

Total
Price is €139.89
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTour escort/host
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate walking tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedStop at Viking-themed bar in York (additional fee)

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law will not apply to your booking.

Activity itinerary

York City Walls
  • 20m
This is a personalised tour through the Viking Capital of Britain - Jorvik! Discover the fascinating true storey behind the Vikings, as well as the legendary tales told in the sagas, many of which are set in our fair city. There are no set times to meet or big groups to join with, this is your own private tour which you can take at your own pace. Hear about the deeds of Ivar the Boneless, Eirik Bloodaxe, and Harald Hardaraada, the storey of the Vikings arrival, and their eventual downfall. Learn how the streets got their names and what they mean, how the pagan Vikings became Christians, and their impact on the world around us today, including laws, language and customs. For a additional small fee, depending on the weather (and with prior arrangement) the tour can include either a stop-off, or to finish, at an authentic Viking themed bar, built right on top of the original feasting hall!
St. Mary's Abbey
  • 15m
A medieval abbey with a very important viking heritage!
York Minster (Pass by)
The most famous viking in the world is buried here, his exact location is still a mystery!
Jorvik Viking Centre
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Site of the only viking houses to be found anywhere in the world! Please note entrance price is not included as part of the tour
Shambles
  • 15m
The most famous medieval street in the world, with a strong Viking Heritage, but it has a very dark history!
York Castle Museum
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
A huge motte and bailey castle that once controlled Northern England , built by the descendants of the Vikings, the Normans - we bring it back to life including 3D reconstructions!
Clifford's Tower
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
A huge motte and bailey castle that once controlled Northern England , built by the descendants of the Vikings, the Normans - we bring it back to life including 3D reconstructions!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESYork City Walls
    • YO1 7HB, York, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLERoman Column
    • 11 Minster Yard
    • YO1 7HH, York, England, United Kingdom

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