Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Tour from Edinburgh
- Explore the stunning Alnwick Castle, often called the "Windsor of the North"
- Taste the renowned 'Lindisfarne Mead,' crafted by monks on Holy Island
- Witness the Grand Cascade and intriguing Poison Gardens at Alnwick Gardens
Options
Join-In Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking professional driver/guide
Transport in a luxury, modern, air-conditioned coach
Digital translation available in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, and Chinese
Exclusions
Admission to attractions including Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Garden, and Lindisfarne Priory (Can be purchased on the day of tour)
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 4+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 4-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Students with a valid ID or seniors aged 60+ are eligible for the reduced price
Group size: 6-32 participant(s)
This activity requires a minimum of 6 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund
Hot food is prohibited on the coach
All admissions can be arranged on the day, and your driver-guide will provide guidance on how to book them
Please note that many visitor attractions and accommodation providers may not accept card payments. Make sure you have plenty of cash with you on the day
From April 2024, the admission prices will be as follows:
Adult: GBP 14.50
Student: GBP 13.85
Child: GBP 8.35
Adult: GBP 12
Student: GBP 10.70
Children: Free
Adult: GBP 24.75
Student: GBP 23.25
Child: GBP 8.35
Adult: GBP 9.50
Concession: GBP 8.50
Child: GBP 5.50
Cash
Water bottle
Cold packed lunch (Optional)
Jacket or warm clothing
Camera
Sunscreen
Caps or hats
Raincoat or poncho
Walking shoes
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Tour from Edinburgh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 08:45, meet up at Castle Terrace, outside the, NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, UK. Check-in with your guide outside of the Green Ensign Ewart Pub. The check-in will be closed 5 minutes before the departure time.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 9 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Holy Island, Alnwick, Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Garden, Coldstream, Please note that this tour might run in reverse due to tide times
- [Return] 18:15, at Outside the NCP Car Park, Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW,
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Embark on a one-day tour from Edinburgh to Northumbria, once a medieval hub of art and learning. Visit the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, accessible by a tidal causeway, to explore Priory ruins, sample Lindisfarne 'Mead,' and enjoy serene island views. Admire Alnwick, a bustling market town home to the Percy family’s Alnwick Castle, famously featured in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. Don’t miss the spectacular Alnwick Garden. In the afternoon, cross the River Tweed into Coldstream, a historic border town, with an optional visit to Flodden Field, the site of a key 1513 battle.
Meet
Venues
- Castle Terrace Outside The NCP Car Park
