Holy Island & Alnwick Castle Day Trip
Holy Island & Alnwick Castle Day Trip
On the morning of your activity, after meeting in the heart of Edinburgh city centre, you'll climb aboard your luxury coach and head south - out of Scotland and into northeast England. Your route will take you down the scenic coastal route, allowing you spectacular views over the rugged landscape surrounding you.
The first stop on your tour will be Holy Island, whose history dates back to the 6th century. This island, connected to the picturesque mainland village of Lindisfarne by a tidal causeway, has been a pilgrimage destination since the Middle Ages. You'll have the opportunity here to explore the ruins of the Priory, the ancient Castle and sample the famous mead traditionally brewed by monks on the island.
Next, you'll continue south, heading in the direction of Alnwick. As well as being a lively market town, this quaint historic area is home to one of the most incredible buildings in Northumberland, the 11th-century Alnwick Castle. You'll have time here to take a relaxed stroll around the town centre or to explore the Medieval castle complex and its elegant gardens, including the Grand Cascade. You might even recognise the grounds... they were used as a filming location in Harry Potter!
Later, you'll make your way back north, crossing the River Tweed into the tiny historic town of Coldstream, which lies on the English-Scottish border. If there's time, you'll stop at the incredibly well-preserved Flodden Field, the site of the infamous battle of 1513 that ended with the death of James IV, King of Scots.
At the end of a magnificent day, you'll return to Edinburgh, where you'll arrive back around 6:15 pm.
Entrance to Castles
This tour doesn't include entrance fees to the castles and gardens so that you have the freedom to tailor your itinerary by choosing which optional extras you'd like to enjoy. On arrival at the attractions, you'll be offered the choice of paying to visit:
- Lindisfarne Priory: £6.30 adults, £5.70 concessions, £3.80 children
- Lindisfarne Castle: £7.30 adults, £3.60 children
- Alnwick Castle: £12 adults, £6 children
- Alnwick Gardens: £9.80 adults, £4 children
- Alnwick Castle & Gardens: £21 adults, £9 children
Please note that some attractions to not accept credit cards, so we recommend bringing enough cash for the attractions you'd like to visit.
Important Information
The itinerary of this tour is subject to modification based on the tidal timetable at Lindisfarne. On the 24th June and the 10th July it will not be possible to visit Lindisfarne due to the tides, and Bamburgh Castle will be visited instead.
More Information
Duration
9h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Driver/guide
Transport by luxury air–conditioned coach
Not included
Entrance to attractions
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Accessible only for folding chairs. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Timberbush Tours
Corporate name: Timberbush tours Limited
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 6 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.Ensign Ewart pub.
