Are you ready to experience York like a true Viking? Climb aboard a self-drive motor boat, taking up to four of your fellow Viking warriors with you and navigate the same river that brought the mighty Norsemen to York.
You'll have full instructions and be provided life jackets for you all. You'll have up to an hour to explore the river and make some Instagram-worthy memories.
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Your ticket includes:
- Max. 1 hour Self-Drive Boat Hire
- Holds Max. 5 Passengers
- Safety Briefing From Crew
- Each boat can take up to 5 persons.
- City Cruises Lifejackets are mandatory for all passengers in the self drive boat and it is the responsibility of the passengers to ensure these lifejackets are worn throughout the hire. Any passengers who are unable or refuse to wear a lifejacket will not be allowed onboard the self drive.
- Passengers will be provided with a safety briefing and a nominated driver will be required to sign to confirm they have been briefed and that they understand and take responsibility for the safe navigation of the boat.
- No pillaging allowed! A returnable security bond of Min. £40 is required for all hires and must be paid by card or cash upon arrival at the landing. Failure to comply with T&Cs and the rules of the river could result in the loss of the security bond.
- Discount based on standard advertised rates.
- Picniq accept all debit cards, Maestro, Visa and Mastercard as methods of payment. There is no credit card charge or booking fee.
- Online bookings are limited to a maximum of 12 visitors.
- Tickets purchased through Picniq are not refundable. The date of the visit can be amended for a fee of £10 per booking. Terms and conditions apply.
- Picniq Ltd acts as agent for all tickets/bookings on behalf of the supplier/principle ('the attraction'). For Picniq booking terms click here
Directions
The Self-Drive Hire Point at City Cruises, King's Staith, York YO1 9RZ
Daily between 10th February and 3rd November
Self-Drive Boats are available to hire from 10am. There isn't a set closing time - it is dependant on weather and light conditions and often much later during school holidays and busy periods.
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