Culture

Alnwick Castle, Northumberland & Scottish Borders 1-Day Tour

Central Scotland, Scotland
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About this experience

Visit the rolling, beautiful hills of the Scottish Borders and hear tales from your guide about the infamous Border Reivers who raided villages and settlements in this part of the country for centuries.

You’ll see for yourself why Sir Walter Scott, one of Scotland’s greatest cultural figures, loved this landscape. Learn all about Scotland’s Outlaw King, whose heart is said to be interred in Melrose Abbey.

Then, cross the English border and head to the magical Alnwick Castle. See where Harry Potter learned to fly and play Quidditch and take part in the famous broomstick training sessions with the resident Wizarding Professor. There is something for everyone in this historic fortress which has links to the Norman Conquests, wars of independence, War of the Roses and Oliver Cromwell. In the late afternoon, depart Alnwick and travel North along the rugged Viking Coast towards the Scottish border.

Specifications
  • Duration

    10 hours

  • Type of tour

    Individual

  • Destination

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

  • Country

    Scotland

  • Type of experience

    Culture

  • Best time to visit

    • Autumn
    • Summer
    • Spring
  • Nearby stations

    • Edinburgh Waverley

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