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Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York
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Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview
See the historic city of York from a different perspective during a 45-minute or 1-hour cruise on the Ouse River. Relax during a leisurely sail, accompanied by commentary that details the history and culture of York, and enjoy unobstructed views of landmarks such as Clifford’s Tower and the York Museum and Gardens. Choose from several departure times to suit your schedule.
- 45 minutes or 1-hour sightseeing cruise in York
- See the historic city of York from a different perspective during the cruise
- Enjoy unobstructed views of landmarks such as Clifford’s Tower and the York Museum and Gardens
- Choose from several departure times throughout the day
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What's Included
Live commentary on board
Local guide
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure & Return
This a short walk away from the St George Field car park and around a 15 minute walk from York Station.
This is around a 7 minute walk from York Station.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please note: This ticket is valid on one York Sightseeing Cruise departing on the named date. Your tour time will be allocated at the departure point on the day of travel upon arrival, for sailing between 10:30AM to 3:10PM.
- Important information: Due to periods of heavy rainfalls in the catchment area upstream, the River Ouse in York can occasionally rise to levels which can have an impact on daily operations. Sailing will only be attempted as long as it’s safe. If indeed the water is too high for the boat to sail underneath the bridges, even for our smallest boat, sailing will be unattainable. In the event of such described occurrences, you will receive a full refund or you can use your ticket(s) on another date during your stay.
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Customers are to join the queue and present their voucher on boarding.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- OPERATED BY City Cruises York
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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- "I would advise booking in advance as the queues we saw where very long, so people were waiting 40 mins for a seat due to not booking." See review
- "We will certainly book again when we visit York later in the year." See review
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York river cruise
Bhavesh_P
, May 2022
A nice cruise down the...
Ian_M
, May 2022
Poor sound quality
Julia_H
, May 2022
Staff were friendly, boat nice and clean, soft drinks and snacks reasonably priced but quality of sound was dreadful. Neither myself or my two grandchildren were able to understand the commentary which really spoilt the trip for us. Maybe other boats have better sound systems, who knows?
Great time with friends
shirlraymond
, May 2022
Great experience! Central...
Catherine_S
, Apr 2022
The boat was on time, The...
Ope_A
, Apr 2022
Below expectations
RakiyA_O
, Mar 2022
Fantastic 5 Stars
Claire_S
, Mar 2022
An awesome cruise!!
David_A
, Mar 2022
The staff were brilliant...
EILEEN_L
, Mar 2022
Very good information.We...
Susan_M
, Mar 2022
The weather was beautiful...
Rehana_M
, Mar 2022
City Cruises Ouse Cruise
Lyn_S
, Mar 2022
Great river trip
John_M
, Mar 2022
Love it.
Monika_R
, Mar 2022
Pleasant way to spend 90 minutes.
Duncan_O
, Mar 2022
Found the whole trip to be very informative, the guide tells us about the history of the buildings, on both banks of the river. From The Vikings, Guy Fawkes Schooldays (inc the school he actually went too), York Minster, Roman Occupation and The Chocolate Manufacturers. Beer/Drinks were available from the bar. Cons: Gets cold if you don't have the weather, wrap up!
Rosie and jim!
Jula_W
, Feb 2022
The river cruise...
Graham_F
, Feb 2022
Lovely little cruise
Julie_F
, Feb 2022
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