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Coastal Route: Edinburgh to Northumbria Highlights
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451 Ratings
Edinburgh
Discover the picturesque seaside path between Edinburgh and the historic realm of Northumbria. Pay a visit to Alnwick Castle, marvel at Holy Island, sample Mead created by monks, and investigate the impressive poison gardens at Alnwick.
Discover the picturesque seaside path between Edinburgh and the historic realm of Northumbria. Pay a visit to Alnwick Castle, marvel at Holy Island, sample Mead created by monks, and investigate the impressive poison gardens at Alnwick.
Duration:
9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Lindisfarne Priory - Spend time wandering through the ruins of its Priory where the magnificent Lindisfarne Gospels were produced, sample some of the world-famous Lindisfarne ‘Mead’ brewed by Monks on the island, and enjoy the tranquillity for which the island is renowned
Due to tide times on the following dates this tour will not be visiting Holy…
- Lindisfarne Priory - Spend time wandering through the ruins of its Priory where the magnificent Lindisfarne Gospels were produced, sample some of the world-famous Lindisfarne ‘Mead’ brewed by Monks on the island, and enjoy the tranquillity for which the island is renowned
Due to tide times on the following dates this tour will not be visiting Holy Island:
16th May, 31st May, 14th June, 15th June, 30th June, 14th July, 28th August, 26th September, 25th October, 26th October
- Alnwick Castle - We continue south on to the bustling market town of Alnwick, whose greatest building is the medieval Alnwick Castle*. Enjoy time in the town centre or remain at the castle complex where there is something for everyone. Home of the Percy Family for over 700 years, Alnwick Castle is considered one of the finest castles in England and proudly known as \
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Attraction Tickets
- Gratuities
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
- Entrance to Lindisfarne Castle
- Entrance to Alnwick Castle
- Food and drinks
- Attraction Tickets
- Gratuities
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
- Entrance to Lindisfarne Castle
- Entrance to Alnwick Castle
Additional Information
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this…
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour’s departure time.
- Due to tide times on the following dates this tour will not be visiting Holy Island: 26th September, 25th October, 26th October
- Customers do not need to pre-book admission tickets to optional extras. These can be purchased during the tour from the driver-guide and are not included in the price of the tour.
- Our coaches do not have restrooms. However, frequent comfort breaks are included at stops with restrooms.
- Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.
Location
Timberbush Tours
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Craighk7926li
Jul 23, 2025
- Bus was clean and comfortable. Ewan or driver was lovely and funny, but left time to just chill on the bus. Bit more time on Holy Isle would have been nice but tides wait for no one.
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R3029frbrianb
Jul 20, 2025
Easter Vigil Catholic Church - Easter vigil Wales Catholic Church Mary statue. Interesting visiting these and many other locations and being able to take part in and learning from celabrations. Happy to have met so many wonderful people across our journies in the past few years.
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Tom_m
Jul 18, 2025
Holy Island- late review - a little late but this is an amazing tour!!! We loved the holy Island and Alnwick Castle and would recommend the tour to anyone!!!
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Margaret_k
Jul 16, 2025
Amazing experience. - Absolutely wonderful experience. Our driver/guide was extremely knowledgeable and took us on an extra trip to Bamburgh Castle. It should be on all the itineraries.
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D1995kwdylans
Jul 9, 2025
Ewan - The Ultimate Tour Guide - Ewan was an amazing guide for the 'From Edinburgh: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle' tour. He was insightful and incredibly personable. A very engaging guide who gave us plenty of laughs along the way. Couldn't ask for more and couldn't recommend enough!
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Kim_b
Jul 8, 2025
Great history day out - Great day trip. Holy Island is amazing. Would love to have had more time there but couldn't because of the tides. Neil our tour guide and driver was great. Friendly and Informative.
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G6289ldmikef
Jul 4, 2025
Great tour! - Great tour. Ash had lots of funny stories and commentary but not enough to make you feel overwhelmed with info. Alnwick castle would be amazing for families too, even though our kids are older. I wish we had a little more time at holy island, otherwise it was an amazing day.
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Alexa1970
Jul 22, 2025
- Our driver / guide Connor was just brilliant. I was on the tour today, 22nd July and he made the day fun, informative and enjoyable. 😇. Lots of jokes, lots on banter and a great knowledge of history.
Very careful driving which is key obviously, but Timberbush Tours, please sort out your air conditioning.
I have read a few reviews now of different travellers who have been in sweltering vehicles. It’s really not fair on us tourists or your guides ~ please invest.
Anyway this is my second Timberbush tour and we all had a ( hot ) fabulous time, thanks to Connor, and Holy Island being so beautiful. Last one was with Mary, thats a different review……..
The castle is steeped in history, make sure you pay to visit the castle and the Poison plant gardens, well worth it!!!!!! There a great a antique shop called The Beehive in the centre, literally 7 mins away from the castle, lots of lovely items there and not oricey.
Recommended 👍🏻
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Megan_h
Jun 30, 2025
The stop at Alnwick... - The stop at Alnwick Castle was amazing! It was quite warm on our trip so make sure to prepare for appropriate weather. Would have enjoyed a little more time at Holy Island to see more of that castle. Shug was our driver/guide was a delight!
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Janelle_s
Jul 1, 2025
Disappointed - The company canceled last minute. Still awaiting my refund. It was disappointing but there were not enough people signed up so I understood.
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