From Edinburgh: Day Trip to Bamburgh and Alnwick Castle

From Edinburgh: Day Trip to Bamburgh and Alnwick Castle

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Go on a magical journey to the Anglo-Scottish border on a guided day trip from Edinburgh. Explore Bamburgh before heading to Alnwick Castle, aka Hogwarts, where you can live out your wizard dreams.

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Highlights

Sign up for broomstick lessons at the real-life Hogwarts
Discover the charming seaside village of Bamburgh
Travel back in time with stories of Scottish and English history

Description

Brace yourselves, we’re heading south into enemy territory! Passing gentle rolling hills and dramatic coastline, we’ll cross the border with England to explore Bamburgh - the laid-back seaside village in the heart of Northumberland. Don’t get deceived by its sleepy looks – the village and the mighty Bamburgh Castle was the seat of the early Kings of Northumbria in the 5th century. Run down to the beautiful beach to get some fresh air, imagine Viking longboats approaching the coast for a raid and try to keep up with the area’s turbulent history recounted by your Guide. In the afternoon, have your broomsticks at the ready as we’re off to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England, home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family for over 700 years. A long, rich history and magnificent medieval architecture makes it a film lovers’ dream as seen in Downton Abbey. After a magical afternoon in Alnwick, we’ll make our way back over the border and into Scotland where we will regale you with tales of the turbulent past before arriving into Edinburgh in the early evening.

Includes

Guide Downloadable audio guides

Important Information

The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.
Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33 pounds (15 kilograms) and 1 carry-on bag.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.