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Private Viking Walk of York
Recommended for your York trip
Free Cancellation
up to 24 hours in advance
2 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Overview
Learn about York's history and legends on a 2-hour Viking walking tour with a private guide, Sigwulf. You'll walk through town to see historical landmarks and listen to stories from the Viking days. Departure time is flexible to suit your preferences.
- 2-hour Viking walking tour of York
- Learn about the city's Viking history and hear local legends
- Enjoy a flexible departure time so you can fit this tour into your day
- Private guide provides a more personalized experience
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Your private tour starts at the time and location of your choice in York. After meeting your private guide, set off on your walk around town to hear about the city's Norman and Anglo-Scandinavian history.
Pass by various landmarks and historical sites as you listen to narration from your guide about how big the Viking influence was on York. You'll hear about the deeds of Vikings such as Eirik Bloodaxe, Ivar the Boneless, and Harald Hardaraada; find out the origins behind street names and what they mean; discover how the pagans helped shape the Christian church; and ponder how the Normans ever survived in the north.
Pass by various landmarks and historical sites as you listen to narration from your guide about how big the Viking influence was on York. You'll hear about the deeds of Vikings such as Eirik Bloodaxe, Ivar the Boneless, and Harald Hardaraada; find out the origins behind street names and what they mean; discover how the pagans helped shape the Christian church; and ponder how the Normans ever survived in the north.
Itinerary
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
Admission Ticket Free
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Product code: 32407P3
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