Overview
You'll find many unique, once in a lifetime experiences in York - a city thriving with history, culture and excitement. Take in the majesty of the iconic York Minster with the largest expanse of medieval stained glass in the country. Marvel at York’s historic architecture and enjoy an all-encompassing bus tour of this eclectic city.
York is one of England’s most historic cities. It was founded by the Romans and was the capital of the northernmost of their two British provinces. Later, famously, the Vikings made the city the capital of their British territory. All through its history, it’s been an important city and you can see that in its buildings, streets and monuments today.
• Return train travel direct from central London (Standard or First class option)
• Free Wi-Fi on-board the train
• Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tour of York
• Overnight stay in a centrally located hotel with breakfast
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Overnight stay in centrally located hotel with breakfast
Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tour of York (audio commentary in 9 languages)
Flexible Return rail tickets to York from London (Standard or 1st Class option)
Breakfast
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Guide
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures. We recommend to arrive 20 minutes in advance of your departure at Kings Cross railway station.
Please use your electronic ticket to enter the gate.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• This is not your train ticket. Your electronic train tickets and detailed tour information will be sent to you one week before your scheduled departure date via email (or within 24 hours if booked within one week).
• Please do not wait to meet a guide at the train station as the activity provider does not conduct in-person departures.
• This is an unescorted tour
• Outbound day one: Train departs London King's Cross at 9:00am and arrives into York at 10:51am. Please arrive at King's Cross at 8:30am
• Return day two: Train departs York at 5:58pm and arrives back at London King's Cross at 7:56pm. We recommend arriving at York station 20 minutes prior to departure
• Single travellers must select the single occupancy option at time of booking. Regular Adult and Child prices shown are based on two people sharing a double/twin hotel room
What to expect
Day 1 London - York - Free day free in York with Hop on Hop off bus
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York Minster
5 hours
The Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of Saint Peter in York, commonly known as York Minster, is the cathedral of York, North Yorkshire, England, and is one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe.
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National Railway Museum
5 hours
The National Railway Museum is a museum in York forming part of the Science Museum Group. The museum tells the story of rail transport in Britain and its impact on society.
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Jorvik Viking Centre
5 hours
The Jorvik Viking Centre is a museum and visitor attraction in York, England, containing lifelike mannequins and life-size dioramas depicting Viking life in the city. Visitors are taken through the dioramas in small carriages equipped with speakers. It was created by the York Archaeological Trust and opened in 1984.
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York City Walls
5 hours
York has, since Roman times, been defended by walls of one form or another. To this day, substantial portions of the walls remain, and York has more miles of intact wall than any other city in England. They are known variously as York City Walls, the Bar Walls and the Roman walls.
Day 2 York - Free day free at leisure - London
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Shambles
2 hours
The Shambles is a historic street in York, England, featuring preserved medieval buildings, some dating back as far as the fourteenth century. The street is narrow with many timber-framed buildings with jettied floors that overhang the street by several feet.
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Yorkshire Museum
The Yorkshire Museum is a museum in York, England. It was opened in 1830, and has five permanent collections, covering biology, geology, archaeology, numismatics and astronomy.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Please note: if your party has made separate bookings for the same tour, please contact us no later than 48 hours prior to the departure date if you wish to travel on the same coach
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about York by Rail Overnight Tour from London with hop-on hop-off bus
Can I cancel York by Rail Overnight Tour from London with hop-on hop-off bus for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
What's included?
- Overnight stay in centrally located hotel with breakfast
- Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tour of York (audio commentary in 9 languages)
- Flexible Return rail tickets to York from London (Standard or 1st Class option)
- Breakfast
What's not included?
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits York Minster, National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre, York City Walls, Shambles, Yorkshire Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Danish, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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