Viking Coast and Alnwick Castle Very Small Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
by Heart of Scotland Tours Ltd
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This nine-hour very small group tour departs from Edinburgh in an air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach with a local driver/guide providing live commentary. The group size is around 12 passengers. The tour travels north along the Northumberland coastline to Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne, which was the site of the first Viking invasion of Britain. On Holy Island, there is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes to explore independently. Visitors can walk to Lindisfarne Castle or visit Lindisfarne Priory; entrance fees to these sites are not included. From Holy Island, the tour offers views of Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands. After the stop on Holy Island, the tour continues to Alnwick Castle, arriving around lunchtime. Visitors spend a minimum of two and a half hours at the castle, where they can explore the grounds, visit the Downton Abbey exhibition featuring costumes and props, and take part in Harry Potter tours highlighting filming locations. Adjacent to the castle is the Alnwick Garden, which includes several acres of parks, woodland walks, and the Poison Garden, all accessible during the stop. On the return journey, the coach passes through Northumberland National Park and the Borders, with a stop in Coldstream for refreshments and a chance to stretch and view the surrounding landscape. Food, drinks, gratuities, and entrance fees to attractions are not included. The tour operates in most weather conditions and requires appropriate clothing. Children under five are not permitted, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve
This reserve protects a coastal area including the dunes surrounding Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island.
Lindisfarne Priory
Visitors have approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes on Holy Island, during which they can enter Lindisfarne Priory; entrance is at their own cost.
75 min
Lindisfarne Castle
During the approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes on Holy Island, visitors can enjoy views of Lindisfarne Castle and may choose to visit inside, with entrance fees paid separately.
75 min
Bamburgh Castle
From Holy Island, there are views across to Bamburgh Castle on the mainland.
Farne Islands
The Farne Islands can be seen from Holy Island during the visit.
Alnwick Castle
Arriving around lunchtime, guests spend at least two and a half hours at Alnwick Castle, a historic site known for battles and as a filming location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. The visit includes access to the Downton Abbey exhibition and Harry Potter-themed tours, both included in the time available.
150 min
The Alnwick Garden
During the stop at Alnwick Castle, which lasts a minimum of 2.5 hours, visitors also have time to explore the Alnwick Garden, covering several acres with parks, woodland walks, and the Poison Garden.
150 min
Northumberland National Park
The return journey passes through Northumberland National Park, with a stop for refreshments and an opportunity to stretch legs.
15 min
Coldstream
A refreshment break takes place in Coldstream, offering views of the rolling landscape located between two historic nations.
30 min
Meeting point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.45.
End point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.45.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Viking Coast and Alnwick Castle Very Small Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
by Heart of Scotland Tours Ltd
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£138Overview
This nine-hour very small group tour departs from Edinburgh in an air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach with a local driver/guide providing live commentary. The group size is around 12 passengers. The tour travels north along the Northumberland coastline to Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne, which was the site of the first Viking invasion of Britain. On Holy Island, there is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes to explore independently. Visitors can walk to Lindisfarne Castle or visit Lindisfarne Priory; entrance fees to these sites are not included. From Holy Island, the tour offers views of Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands. After the stop on Holy Island, the tour continues to Alnwick Castle, arriving around lunchtime. Visitors spend a minimum of two and a half hours at the castle, where they can explore the grounds, visit the Downton Abbey exhibition featuring costumes and props, and take part in Harry Potter tours highlighting filming locations. Adjacent to the castle is the Alnwick Garden, which includes several acres of parks, woodland walks, and the Poison Garden, all accessible during the stop. On the return journey, the coach passes through Northumberland National Park and the Borders, with a stop in Coldstream for refreshments and a chance to stretch and view the surrounding landscape. Food, drinks, gratuities, and entrance fees to attractions are not included. The tour operates in most weather conditions and requires appropriate clothing. Children under five are not permitted, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve
This reserve protects a coastal area including the dunes surrounding Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island.
Lindisfarne Priory
Visitors have approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes on Holy Island, during which they can enter Lindisfarne Priory; entrance is at their own cost.
75 min
Lindisfarne Castle
During the approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes on Holy Island, visitors can enjoy views of Lindisfarne Castle and may choose to visit inside, with entrance fees paid separately.
75 min
Bamburgh Castle
From Holy Island, there are views across to Bamburgh Castle on the mainland.
Farne Islands
The Farne Islands can be seen from Holy Island during the visit.
Alnwick Castle
Arriving around lunchtime, guests spend at least two and a half hours at Alnwick Castle, a historic site known for battles and as a filming location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. The visit includes access to the Downton Abbey exhibition and Harry Potter-themed tours, both included in the time available.
150 min
The Alnwick Garden
During the stop at Alnwick Castle, which lasts a minimum of 2.5 hours, visitors also have time to explore the Alnwick Garden, covering several acres with parks, woodland walks, and the Poison Garden.
150 min
Northumberland National Park
The return journey passes through Northumberland National Park, with a stop for refreshments and an opportunity to stretch legs.
15 min
Coldstream
A refreshment break takes place in Coldstream, offering views of the rolling landscape located between two historic nations.
30 min
Meeting point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.45.
End point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.45.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.