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The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$149.89
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Original Viking Walk in York reveals the rich history of the Viking Age, dating back to 866 AD. This walking tour takes you through the heart of Jorvik, where Norse culture thrived and shaped the city.
- 🏰 Visit York Minster and learn about its Anglo-Saxon origins along with surprising Viking connections.
- 🛡️ Explore the York City Walls, an optional route that follows the ancient guards, offering breathtaking views of the Minster.
- 📜 Hear captivating tales of Egill Skallagrimsson, Eric Bloodaxe, and Gunnhild, the witch, as you uncover Viking legends.
- 🏘️ Stroll through the historic Shambles, the oldest and best-preserved medieval street in England.
- 💎 Discover Neil's favorite hidden gem, which showcases a 1000-year-old Viking grave cover, depending on church accessibility.
- 💼 Learn how the Vikings transformed York from a small town into England's second-largest city through international trade.
- 🏰 Begin your Viking journey at Clifford's Tower, where you'll uncover the beginnings and ends of Viking rule.
- 👨🏫 Benefit from an expert local guide who will provide in-depth insights into York's Viking heritage.
- 🚍 Private transportation is included for a comfortable travel experience throughout the tour.
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The Original Viking Walk
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Expert Local Guide
- Entry to indoor paid attractions not included
- Private transportation
Meeting point
In front of the Jorvik Viking Centre & St Mary's, Coppergate.
Return details
Tour finishes at York Minster.
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Jorvik Viking CentreMeeting Point: JORVIK Precinct & The River Waterfront: Gather outside the JORVIK Viking Centre where the ancient settlement was uncovered. Explore the riverfront where Norse fleets arrived, pass the shadow of the Norman Castle Keep, and discover how Norse invaders seized the thriving Anglo-Saxon city of Eoforwic in 866 AD, transforming it into Jórvík—the bustling capital that would shape the North until the climax of 1066. **Please note we are not affiliated with the Jorvik Viking Centre, we merely meet close by. Admission to the Jorvik Viking Centre is not included; we do not enter the premises during our tour though you may wish to consider a visit before or after your Viking Walk as the tour was written to compliment the attraction.**
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Kings SquareThe Royal Quarter, Viking Legends & The Meat Market: Gather in the ancient royal precinct of the Viking kings—the site of the Northumbrian royal court. Hear the dark legends of Ragnar Lothbrok's pit of snakes, the terrible vengeance meted out to King Ælla, and the saga of Eric Bloodaxe and Egil Skallagrimsson. Then, trace the ancient butcher stalls of the historic meat market to discover daily trade and life in Jórvík.
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Lady RowFortifications, The Summer Army & Norse Streetscapes: Examine the ancient city ramparts adapted by Viking occupiers to secure their new capital. Discover how the arrival of the Great Summer Army shifted military invasion into permanent Scandinavian settlement, and learn to decode authentic Old Norse street names like Goodramgate and Ogleforth embedded in York's modern map.
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Minster YardMinster Yard & The Viking Legacy: Finish outside the iconic cathedral precinct where one of the first Viking kings of the Great Heathen Army was laid to rest. Trace how invading pagan warlords gradually embraced Christian York to cement their royal power, and hear the story of how one Viking's gift ensured the survival of York's grandest building—the York Minster.
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The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$149.89
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!