Holy Island and Alnwick Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

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Duration: 9 hours
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Experience Highlights

Discover the rich history and natural beauty of the Viking Coast and stunning Alnwick Castle on this exciting guided day trip from Edinburgh. Visit historic Holy Island, enjoy a stroll along its beaches and explore the famous Lindisfarne Abbey.

Afterwards, head to Alnwick Castle, best known as the filming location for Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. Admire the medieval architecture, stroll through the beautiful gardens and discover the history of this impressive castle. For a more personalised experience, the tour is designed for small groups of up to 16 people .

  • Explore the mysterious Holy Island, and learn the history of its Christian past and the Viking invasions.
  • Visit the iconic Alnwick Castle and immerse yourself in the world of Harry Potter.
  • Enjoy comfortable transport to and from Edinburgh and an expert guide who will provide you with interesting information about the places you visit.

What’s included

  • Excursion to Holy Island and Alnwick Castle from Edinburgh
  • Expert Guide/ Driver
  • Return transfers
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

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Step by Step

Begin your approximately 9-hour adventure in Edinburgh, where you'll meet your expert guide and climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Head east along the stunning Viking coastline as your guide tells you about the fascinating history of the region. You'll arrive at historic Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne, which is famous for its rich history and beautiful beaches.

Once on Holy Island, you can stroll along the golden beaches, visit the famous Lindisfarne Abbey and discover the remains of its ancient fortress. Immerse yourself in the history of the Vikings and early Christian monks while enjoying the serenity of this unique place.

Afterwards, you will continue your journey to Alnwick Castle. Admire the exterior of this impressive medieval castle, known for being the filming location of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films , and explore its beautiful gardens. Walk around the castle grounds and discover its enchanting gardens.

To end a day full of history, breathtaking scenery and magic, you'll return to Edinburgh in anair-conditioned vehicle . This intimate and personalised experience is designed for small groups of up to 16 people.

Reviews

4.7
· 1136 Reviews
  • A
    A.
    5
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    The excursion to Holy Island and Alnwick Castle was quite a good experience. The scenery is breathtaking and the castle, although a bit crowded, is worth a visit.
  • L
    L.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    An unforgettable trip to Holy Island and Alnwick Castle, a perfect blend of history, natural beauty and stunning architecture.
  • H
    H.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The trip was a blast, between the holy island and the castle, I didn't know where to look first!
  • M
    M.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The majesty of Alnwick Castle is impressive, but free time on Holy Island could be a little longer to explore thoroughly.
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