From Edinburg: Viking Coast & Alnwick Castle Day TourFrom Edinburgh: The Viking Coast and Alnwick Castle Day Tour
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国家: United Kingdom
持续时间:
09:00 小时
描述
Accompanied by traditional and contemporary music, explore Holy Island, the site of the first Viking invasion of Britain and Alnwick Castle, the film site of Downton Abbey and Harry Potter, before returning north to Edinburgh via the beautiful Borders.
Follow the sweeping coastline of the North Sea on a scenic drive towards the historic border town of Berwick-on-Tweed. Cross the ancient Scotland/England border into Northumberland and visit Lindisfarne, or Holy Island, a tidal island settled by Irish monks from Scotland circa AD 635. From here the Christian message spread throughout the north of England. In 793 a fierce Viking invasion heralded the beginning of the Viking Age.
Take a short walk through an area of outstanding natural beauty to 16th century Lindisfarne Castle, and visit the Priory where the Lindisfarne Gospels were created and enjoy the spectacular views of Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands. You may also wish to buy some delicious souvenir Lindisfarne Mead from St Aidan’s Winery.
Arrive back at Alnwick Castle at lunchtime after a short drive. This magical place (the 'Windsor of the North') is one of Europe’s finest castles and has been at the center of key historical events – from bloodthirsty battles between the Scots and the English to the intrigues of the Guy Fawkes plot.
Alnwick Castle's sumptuous setting and exquisite architecture has famously been used as a film location for ‘Downton Abbey’, 'Harry Potter' (Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry), 'Robin Hood Prince of Thieves', 'Elizabeth' and 'Blackadder'.
Enjoy ‘Harry Spotter Tours’ and revisit some of your favorite scenes. Go with costumed guides on a historical and magical tour. Be sure to check the events board on entry to make the most of your time. With fun and interactive activities for children, you'll have 2.5 hours to fully appreciate and enjoy the castle.
The tour returns north via the beautiful Border country and, subject to timing, may also visit the East Lothian coast to the south of Edinburgh.
亮点
- Visit Holy Island overlooking the beautiful Northumberland coastline
- Have fun at Alnwick Castle, the Windsor of the North
- Go with costumed guides on a historical and magical tour of Alnwick Castle
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重要信息
Please note, children under 5 years of age are not allowed on this tour
As part of this tour, you're eligible for a 25% 'on the day' discount for at Alnwick Castle (not applicable if you prebook the Castle or Alnwick Garden independently in advance of the tour)
包括
- Group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- Live commentary on board
- Driver/guide
- Transport by comfortable Mercedes mini-coach
不包括
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
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