Durham Private Full Day Tour

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6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Fully immerse yourself in the amazing history and culture of Durham on this private full day tour. You will walk the cobbled streets, bridges and beautiful riverside paths whilst learning about 1,000 years of history. From saints and Prince Bishops to the darker side of our history, there are stories in abundance.

During the tour you will be guided around the magnificent Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle(subject to availability) which will bring to life the history that you will learn about on the walking tour.

You will stop for coffee and cake at one of the city's atmospheric cafe's and later in the day drink a beer in one of our many historic pubs.

Your local guide has ran Walkabout Durham tours for five years whilst also teaching geography and history. We are delighted to launch this new tour- bring all the best of Walkabout Durham to you in one day.

What's Included

Bottled water
We will stop at a historic pub for a pint of real ale or another drink of your choice.
Entry and Tour of Durham Castle (subject to availability)
Entry and Tour of Duham Cathedral
2 Walking Tours
We will stop at one of the city's cafe's for a coffee/ tea and cake.
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    You will join a guided tour of the interior of the cathedral- delivered by your guide or by a cathedral volunteer.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Walkabout Durham History Tour. A walking tour of the city.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will stop for a morning coffee and cake break at a reputable establishment in the city.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    *This attraction is dependent upon availability at the time of booking. If the castle is not bookable for your day, we will contact you and adjust the price of your ticket accordingly.* You will go on a guided tour or a self-guided tour of the castle.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The tour will pause for lunch at a reputable establishment in the city. *Lunch is not included in the price of the ticket*

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Dark Durham walking tour. You will encounter the crime and punishment and the darker side of Durham's history on this second tour.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Enjoy a drink in one of Durham's historic pubs. Included in the ticket price.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Walkabout Durham

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Crime Tours
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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