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York
is one of the most important cities in British history. From the
Romans to the invading Vikings to the present day, York has been
at the forefront of Britain's cultural development. The city is
famous for its walled city centre enclosing a maze of narrow medieval
streets housing wonderful shops and tourist attractions. February
trips may coincide with the yearly Viking Festival when the city
comes to life with all things Viking. But don't miss the city's
other major attraction, York Minster, the seat of the Archbishop
of York and voted Britain's favourite cathedral. |
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Plan
for the day |
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On
arrival in York, you will have the chance to join your driver-guide
for a free, informal walk around the city walls and then into the
city centre. Spend some time taking in the fabulous architecture
of York Minster and climb to the top of the tower for great views.
Alternatively, accompanied by your guide, visit the National Railway
Museum the UK's largest exhibition of trains throughout the ages,
go shopping in the wonderful medieval streets, or see how life was
during the Viking period at the Jorvik Viking Centre. We leave York
late in the afternoon to arrive back in Cambridge mid-evening. |
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Travelling
times |
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Cambridge
-York 3 hours 15 minutes (includes rest break) |
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Free
time in central York |
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Guided
tour - 1 hour 30 minutes; Free Time - 5 hours (Optional Visit: National
Railway Museum - 1 hour 30 minutes) |
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What
is included? |
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Return
Travel, Informal guided walks, Maps and Info. |
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What
can I do in York? |
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York
Minster, York Castle, Clifford's Tower, Jorvik Viking Centre, National
Railway Museum, Yorkshire Museum, City Art Gallery, (York Viking
Festival - Feb), City Walls, Shopping streets |
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Entry
Fees |
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York
Minster
- Adult £5, Student £4 |
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National
Railway Museum - Free |
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Jorvik
Viking Centre
- Adult £7.75, Student £6.60 |
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Itinerary |
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Leave
Cambridge 0800; Arrive York 1115; Leave York 1745; Return Cambridge
2100. |
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Links |
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York
info | York
Viking Festival | York
Minster | National
Railway Museum |
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