Woman practicing broomstick flying at Alnwick Castle, England.
Two tourists smiling with Alnwick Castle in the background on a day tour from Edinburgh.
Lindisfarne Castle on rocky hill with stone wall, Northumberland coast, England.
Flodden Field Monument with surrounding countryside in Northumberland, England.
Private air-conditioned transfer vans parked by a waterfront.
Village Coldstream along River Tweed, Scotland with historic buildings and lush greenery.
Group on a guided Harry Potter walking tour in a historic cemetery.

From Edinburgh: ‘Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Day Trip, Edinburgh

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Duration

Duration: 9.5 hours

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Explore Edinburgh with our 'Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Day Trip, where you'll start your journey southward from the heart of Scotland to England's border in a minibus. Along this scenic route, be captivated by East Lothian’s dramatic hills and coastlines before reaching Bamburgh for an beautiful photo-op at its historic 5th-century castle. Alternatively, enjoy the tranquil beauty of Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island as part of your adventure through Northumbria's rich landscapes.

From 'Hogwarts' Alnwick Castle to Bamburgh and Holy Island: a Northumbria Day Trip begins with an exciting drive along the Scottish-English border from Edinburgh. Here you'll visit the iconic Harry Potter filming site, Alnwick Castle.

During your full-day tour featuring round-trip AC transfers from Edinburgh, enjoy exploring Lindisfarne's serenity and delve into Alnwick Castle’s rich history with both an English-speaking guide and a multilingual audio option.

On this trip back to Edinburgh, take the opportunity to visit Coldstream town. If time allows, explore Flodden Field, noted as one of the best-preserved battlefields in Britain.

With round-trip AC coach transfers included from your starting point in Edinburgh, relish a full-day tour without any stress.

Access to Alnwick Castle for a Full-day tour of Northumbria

Return coach transfers from Edinburgh on an AC vehicle

Entry with a Local guide who speaks English fluently

Use of Audio guides available in Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, and Spanish

Individual Costs

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Woman practicing broomstick flying at Alnwick Castle, England.

The journey starts with a departure from Edinburgh aboard a minibus heading south towards the England-Scotland boundary. As you travel, be captivated by East Lothian's hills and dramatic coastlines that unfold along the route. Arriving at Bamburgh, explore its stunning 5th-century castle perched on volcanic dolerite cliffs or enjoy a leisurely walk along the scenic beach.

Alternatively, visit Holy Island to discover Lindisfarne Castle’s ruins where the renowned Lindisfarne Gospels were created. This serene setting offers an enriching historical experience.

Explore Alnwick Castle

In the afternoon, your adventure continues at Alnwick Castle, a prominent filming location for iconic films and TV shows like Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and The Last Knight: Transformers. As you explore this magnificent castle, feel as if you're stepping into the world of cinema. Opt to purchase tickets that include entry to various rooms within the castle.

Your return journey takes you back across the border into Scotland with tales of historic battles along the Scottish-English frontier before concluding your full-day tour in Edinburgh early evening.

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Two tourists smiling with Alnwick Castle in the background on a day tour from Edinburgh.

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Lindisfarne Castle on rocky hill with stone wall, Northumberland coast, England.

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Flodden Field Monument with surrounding countryside in Northumberland, England.

Accessibility

This tour is suitable only for participants aged 5 years or older. If using a collapsible wheelchair, please ensure it's accompanied by an assistant to assist with boarding and disembarking the coach.
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Private air-conditioned transfer vans parked by a waterfront.

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Village Coldstream along River Tweed, Scotland with historic buildings and lush greenery.

Book your spot at least a day in advance during peak seasons to avoid sold-out sessions and ensure you enjoy all planned attractions without any hitches.

If visiting with young children or anyone needing assistance, remember that collapsible wheelchairs are welcome but must be accompanied by an assistant for boarding and disembarking.

Plan your visit efficiently by starting at the furthest attraction first. This way you'll make the most of your time exploring Alnwick Castle, Lindisfarne, and Flodden Field without unnecessary backtracking.

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