York - From Roman to Viking

The transforming city – Eboracum, Eoforwic and Jorvik

3 Days From $980pp Departing Aug ‘21, Mar & Aug ‘22 Activity Level

On All Saints Day, 1 November 866, the great Viking army attacked and captured Eoforwic, capital of Northumbria – modern day York. Led by a former York City archaeologist we will explore the city, considering what it was like before the Vikings arrived and looking in detail at the impact and legacy of the Viking settlers.

Tour Highlights

• Enjoy a special visit to the world class Jorvik Center, which includes behindthe-scenes access • A special access visit of the Yorkshire Museum for an in-depth view of its unique artifacts • Visit the stunning York Minster, one of the largest cathedrals in Northern

Europe

Day One | York Today we meet in York and start our exploration of the city with York Minster. Beneath the Minster are the remains of the Roman legionary headquarters building – the place where in all probability Constantine the Great was acclaimed emperor after the death of his father. Today, York Minster holds perhaps the greatest and most accomplished example of medieval stained glass in the country, namely the Great East Window. Day Two | York This morning we will venture to the world-class Jorvik Center, built in order to recreate the Viking city on the basis of the incredible excavations carried out in the 1970s, which uncovered a section of the city along with a plethora of artifacts, including organic materials preserved in the wet clay. We are privileged to have a behind-the-scenes visit here, which includes a handling session. After lunch we will have a walking tour of the city, starting with the ancient city walls and the 15th century Church of St. Cuthbert, located in Peaseholme Green. We continue to the wonderful Church of St. Denys, built on the site of a Saxon church and possibly a Roman temple. The walking tour ends with York Castle, whose keep, commonly known as Clifford’s Tower, was the site of the massacre of 150 Jews in 1190. Day Three | York We spend the morning in the fantastic Yorkshire Museum, which houses the most important artifacts from the region, including the York Helmet and the Ormside Bowl. We will have a special access visit duing which we are given in-depth talks about some museum’s items. After lunch, we have another walking tour of the city, starting with St. Mary’s Church in Castle, built in the 11th century and renovated in the 15th century. We proceed to the Church of St. Mary’s Bishophill Junior then continue to Holy Trinity, a medieval church with a 15th century stained glass window and to Tanner Row, named after the artisans who plied their trade here, before ending our tour in the historic North Street.

Guided by John Oxley

Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London, John is a former York City Archaeologist.

Price includes

• Expert Guide Lecturer & Professional Tour Manager • Entries to all sites as per the itinerary • All taxes & gratuities Accommodation

• Accommodation in York Culinary inclusions

• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners • Water with all meals, wine & tea or coffee with dinner

Dates & prices per person

Date Twin/Dbl Share SS 13th - 15th Aug ‘21 $980 $250 25th - 27th Mar ‘22 $1,115 $295

12th - 14th Aug ’22 $1,115 $295