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Private Viking Walk of York

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Discover the extraordinary Viking history of York on a private 2-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the tales of the most famous Vikings - Ragnar, Ivar the Boneless, Erik Bloodaxe, and Harald Hardrada. Uncover why York played such a crucial role in Viking history and why it was the site of numerous Viking battles. This exclusive tour offers a personalized experience, with the flexibility to meet at a time and location that suits you. There are no set times or big groups to join, allowing you to explore at your own pace. As an added bonus, you can even make a stop at an authentic Viking-themed bar in York for an immersive experience. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the Viking heritage of this historic city.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 1 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Personalized tour through the Viking Capital of Britain
  • Discover the fascinating true story behind the Vikings
  • Learn about the deeds of famous Vikings
  • Explore historic sites with Viking heritage
  • Option to visit an authentic Viking themed bar
  • Tour escort/host
  • Private walking tour
  • Food and drinks
  • Stop at viking-themed bar in york (additional fee)

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Introduction

Embark on a captivating journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich Viking history of York with the Private Viking Walk of York. This exclusive 2-hour walking tour offers a personalized experience, allowing you to discover the incredible tales of legendary Vikings such as Ragnar, Ivar the Boneless, Erik Bloodaxe, and Harald Hardrada. Uncover the secrets of why York became such an important Viking city and why numerous Viking battles were fought here. With no set times or large groups to contend with, this tour is tailored to your preferences and can be taken at your own pace.

What to expect?

During the Private Viking Walk of York, you can expect to delve deep into the fascinating world of Viking history. Your knowledgeable tour escort will guide you through the historic streets of York, sharing captivating stories and insights about the Viking era. As you explore, you'll visit significant Viking sites, including the legendary Viking Kings of York. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the era, as you soak up the sights, sounds, and tales of York's Viking past.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, Viking enthusiasts, and anyone with a curiosity for the past. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group, this personalized experience ensures that everyone can enjoy and appreciate the Viking history of York. The tour is designed to be inclusive, welcoming visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or new to exploring historical sites, this tour offers a unique and engaging experience for all.

Why book this?

Unleash your inner explorer and book the Private Viking Walk of York to indulge in an extraordinary journey into the Viking world. With a knowledgeable guide at your side, you'll gain a deep understanding of the significance of York as a Viking city and the pivotal events that took place here. The flexibility of this private tour allows you to tailor the experience to your own interests and preferences, ensuring you get the most out of your time in York. Additionally, for those seeking a cozy respite from the chilly weather, the option to stop at an authentic Viking-themed bar in York adds an extra touch of authenticity and enjoyment to the tour.

Good to know

When booking the Private Viking Walk of York, keep in mind that the meeting point is outside York Minster near the entrance to the gift shop, making it easily accessible and centrally located. The tour includes a knowledgeable tour escort/host to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Viking history in York. However, food and drinks are not included, and if you opt for the stop at the Viking-themed bar, there will be an additional fee. So, be sure to come prepared with comfortable walking shoes, a thirst for knowledge, and a desire to uncover the fascinating Viking heritage of York.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced the Private Viking Walk of York have been enthralled by the captivating tales and immersive journey through Viking history. They praise the knowledgeable guides for their ability to bring the past to life, making the tour engaging and informative. Visitors have expressed their satisfaction with the personalized nature of the tour, allowing them to explore at their own pace and delve deeper into the aspects of Viking history that interest them most. Overall, reviewers commend this tour as a must-do experience for history enthusiasts and anyone looking to uncover the hidden gems of York's Viking past.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

York City Walls

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!

St. Mary's Abbey

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

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

Admission Not Included

Shambles

The most famous medieval street in the world, with a strong Viking Heritage, but it has a very dark history!

York Castle Museum

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!

Admission Not Included

Clifford's Tower

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!

Admission Not Included

Reviews

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William_J

John was an excellent tour guide and full of knowledge of the Vikings. Impressed my husband who is a historian.

Tanya_S

If you have an interest in Vikings, you HAVE TO do this tour! It was the highlight of our trip. John is so knowledgeable, fun, and engaging, and we learned a ton. No joke, I wish I could have hired him for the entire day. This tour is worth every penny.

Galya A

I really wanted to like this tour, especially because the guide seemed interesting and upbeat. Unfortunately, the reality didn't match my expectations. The tour barely touched on Viking history, and missed half of the proposed itinerary. I can't recommend this tour as it was off topic and didn’t feel like a good value for money. Despite being promised insights into York's rich Viking history, the tour ended up being incoherent, with hardly any Viking stories. Instead, I got a mix of random facts, mostly focusing on Romans and history as recent as Henry VIII. The tour missed the mark on its Viking theme. What disappointed me even more was that we didn't visit most of the places listed in the itinerary, such as the Jorvik Viking Center, Castle Museum, cliff tower, and the Viking-themed bar. Considering it was a private tour with just me and the guide, we were extremely mobile and missing all those stops confused me. I asked about the Jorvik center at the end, and the guide informed me it was already closed and I couldn’t visit even by myself. This information should have been communicated earlier so we could adjust the start time, begin the tour there, or at least notify me of potential closures beforehand. While I understand Viking history is based on folklore, titling a tour "Vikings" is misleading when the tour doesn't live up to that promise. The tour was exactly 1.5 hour long. Overall, it was a disappointing experience.

Janet_T

Brilliant tour. Learned a lot and we were thoroughly entertained Great insights into the history of York and the manifestation of that in the city today. Highly recommended!

Nanci_A

Perhaps we did not do enough research, but the tour was not at all what we expected. Our guide only spoke about the Romans and the Viking. No other history. But most importantly he said it was a private tour and we could see what we wanted. When we said we wanted to see the cathedral he said “no, not part of his tour”! He said we could go in afterwards, but when we did it was closed. A licensed guide of York, should know the hours of the main attraction.

antonio1416

Tour guide advised a pick up area closer to be able to give us a full tour experience. Our guide John was very informative and knew the history of York inside and out. Not only covering the Viking eta but also romans until Tudor period We found it very informative and easy to understand. My wife who is not a real history buff also said she enjoyed the tour (which is saying something ) Job. Also gave us tips on places to go and see. I would totally recommend John for a private tour

Jessie_B

Really knowledgeable tour guide and had a lot of fun learning the history. Was nice and informative, and was a really great interactive experience.

cherlynnmed

We started off on the York wall discussing the actual age of the wall and how the walls' shape was created from its history. We also discussed some anecdotal stories about the queen and her humor in regard to the wall. We learned about words and phrases that were created through ancient times. We then learned about the vikings' religion and their gods. It was an extremely interesting tour.

Harriet_G

Brilliantly guided by John. Animated, informative, humorous, knowledgeable, passionate. What more could one ask for?

allisoncS1980LM

Could not have asked for a more knowledgeable, interesting, passionate, friendly, energetic tour guide than John! We walked the entire fortress perimeter with him, walking and talking Roman, Norman, Viking history, new archeological finds, and city secrets. He appreciated and happily integrated our love of Netflix Vikings shows and their characters, differentiating between fact and fiction. So enjoyable! Thank you John! You were the best!
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