York Trip 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, personalized 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!
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: York, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting York, England, United Kingdom
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, personalized 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!
Itinerary
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Stop At: York City Walls, York YO1 7HB England
This is a personalized tour through the Viking Capital of Britain – Jorvik! Discover the fascinating true story 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 story 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!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: St. Mary’s Abbey, Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
A medieval abbey with a very important viking heritage!
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: York Minster, Minster Yard Deangate, York YO1 7HH England
The most famous viking in the world is buried here, his exact location is still a mystery!
Stop At: Jorvik Viking Centre, 19 Coppergate Coppergate Shopping Centre, York YO1 9WT England
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
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 11 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ England
The most famous medieval street in the world, with a strong Viking Heritage, but it has a very dark history!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: York Castle Museum, Eye of York Tower St, York YO1 9RY England
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!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Clifford’s Tower, Tower Street, York YO1 9SA England
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!
Duration: 15 minutes
