1-Day Durham History Tour with Cathedral and Private Yards

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the magnificent Norman-Romanesque cathedral and shrine of St. Cuthbert
• 02 Hear the stories of the Dun Cow and the famous piper Jimmy Allen
• 03 Explore select private yards in Durham
• 04 Enjoy a customizable tour of Durham's historic city centre

Explore Durham, a cathedral city in northeast England, south of Newcastle upon Tyne, on a full-day private tour. Admire the magnificent Norman-Romanesque cathedral and shrine of St. Cuthbert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while uncovering the city's rich history and legends. Hear the stories of the Dun Cow and the famous piper and horse rustler Jimmy Allen, and enjoy access to select private yards in Durham.

Marvel at the magnificent Norman-Romanesque cathedral and shrine of St. Cuthbert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Discover Historic Durham

• Meet your guide at the agreed-upon location. Marvel at the magnificent Norman-Romanesque cathedral and shrine of St. Cuthbert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Learn about the story of the Dun Cow and how the famous piper and horse rustler Jimmy Allen was pardoned by the Prince Regent.

• Explore some private yards. The rest of the tour is customizable.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Durham guide

What's Not Included

• Personal expense

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Durham, UK

Tour start

Durham, UK

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.