Edinburgh: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Kingdom of Northumbria

4.6 (550 reviews) 9 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Explore the scenic coastal route between Edinburgh and the ancient kingdom of Northumbria. Visit Alnwick Castle, see Holy Island, taste some Mead brewed by monks and explore the magnificent poison gardens at Alnwick.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 47 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Timberbush Tours

Ages: Children (4–16 years) · Adults (17–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Knowledgeable driver-guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Attraction Tickets
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board
Not included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Not included: Entrance to Lindisfarne Castle
Not included: Entrance to Alnwick Castle

Itinerary

Lindisfarne Priory

one hour Admission not included

Spend time wandering through the ruins of its Priory where the magnificent Lindisfarne Gospels were produced, sample some of the world-famous Lindisfarne 'Mead' brewed by Monks on the island, and enjoy the tranquillity for which the island is renowned

Due to tide times on the following dates this tour will not be visiting Holy Island:

16th May, 31st May, 14th June, 15th June, 30th June, 14th July, 28th August, 26th September, 25th October, 26th October
Alnwick Castle

2 h 30 min Admission not included

We continue south on to the bustling market town of Alnwick, whose greatest building is the medieval Alnwick Castle*. Enjoy time in the town centre or remain at the castle complex where there is something for everyone. Home of the Percy Family for over 700 years, Alnwick Castle is considered one of the finest castles in England and proudly known as “The Windsor of the North”. Visitors can step into the unexpected in the spectacular Alnwick Garden, with its wonderful Grand Cascade and Poison Gardens. It's grounds were also used in the Harry Potter films.
Flodden Battlefield

15 min

If time permits during this journey there will be a stop at Flodden Field, one of the best preserved battlefields in Northern Europe and scene of the infamous battle of 1513 which ended in victory for the English and the death of James IV, King of Scots.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park.

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End point

Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park.

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Using your ticket

Minimum age is 4 years old.
Please arrive at the departure point at 08:30 for an 08:45am departure time.

Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park.

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There is currently a shortage of taxi and private hire cabs in Edinburgh, which may make it harder to get to the departure point if you're thinking of using a taxi. As part of our policy, we do not offer refunds for missed tours and so we urge you to allow for more time to reach the departure point in the morning and look into public transport options as a back up.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years old.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Due to tide times on the following dates this tour will not be visiting Holy Island: 26th September, 25th October, 26th October
Customers do not need to pre-book admission tickets to optional extras. These can be purchased during the tour from the driver-guide and are not included in the price of the tour.
Our coaches do not have restrooms. However, frequent comfort breaks are included at stops with restrooms.
Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.