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From Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Tour

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From Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Tour
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Top rated
4.7193875 out of 5 stars
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4.7193875 out of 5 stars
196 reviews

Venture into the borderlands between Scotland and England. Visit Alnwick Castle, featured in the Harry Potter movies with an included entry ticket and admire the wonderful Northumberland Coastline.

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Duration 9.5 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Christine – Germany

I did the tour today and what can I say? Well, 5 Stars from me as a solo travelling girl from Germany! Our driver Stephan C. and his colleague Thomas were such nice guys and gave us enough interesting informations about history, local music and it was easy to have a little funny chat with them. I felt really at ease and have been driven safely. I really recommend this tour and to buy a ticket for the entrance to the castle as well, where the Percy family live for more than 700 years until now (in the winter months). While our visit I took one of the tours during the castle, the Filming Location Tour - my heart beat faster as a big fan of Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. The other stops before and after Alnwick were perfectly timed and nice to visit, too. Thanks for everything to Stephan C. and Thomas and greetings from Germany :)

G
Gina – United States

Had a wonderful day even though SUPER gusty. Andy was great tour guide.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Bus Station

  • Kelso

    Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing, Pass by

  • Scottish Borders

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    Alnwick

    Visit, Lunch, Sightseeing, Walk

  • Northumberland

    Photo stop

  • Arrive back at:

    Bus Station

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the town of Kelso with a ruined abbey and cobbled town square
  • Cross the Border into England along the route that was used by cattle thieves
  • Explore Alnwick Castle which is famed for its role in Harry Potter movies
  • Take in the views of the captivating Northumberland Coastline
  • Learn about the history of the wars between the Scots and the English

Full description

Your tour begins by following the road that connected Caledonia with Roman Britannia.

You stop in Kelso where you explore this handsome town and what is thought to be Scotland’s largest market square. You also see the ruins of Kelso Abbey, a reminder of the many ancient conflicts between Scotland and England.

Continuing south, you cross the border and travel to Alnwick Castle, an immense fortification that has stood strong for nearly a millennium.

It was originally built to assert Norman rule over newly conquered lands. But more recently Alnwick Castle has found fame as one of the settings for the fictional Hogwarts school in the Harry Potter movie series.

Book lovers can also take the opportunity here to explore one of the largest and most impressive second-hand book shops in Britain.

After around three hours at Alnwick, you travel north along the Northumberland Coast. You stop on your way back to Edinburgh at one of the beautiful historic villages or castles that pepper the rolling landscapes of Southern Scotland.

Includes

  • Admission to Alnwick Castle
  • Transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned mini coach
  • Local driver/guide
  • Lunch and refreshments
  • Entrance fees unless specified
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Gate J And Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ Please check in 15-minutes before departure.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Because this tour spends time off the bus and features opportunities to take nature walks, it is recommended that you bring suitable clothing and footwear
  • You're restricted to 14 kilograms (31 lbs) of luggage per person on the tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items
  • To maintain the integrity of the tour and ensure the best possible experience for all our customers, we limit bookings to a maximum of 8 passengers per group.
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Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 196 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Christine – GermanyMay 5, 2025 – Verified booking
I did the tour today and what can I say? Well, 5 Stars from me as a solo travelling girl from Germany! Our driver Stephan C. and his colleague Thomas were such nice guys and gave us enough interesting informations about history, local music and it was easy to have a little funny chat with them. I felt really at ease and have been driven safely. I really recommend this tour and to buy a ticket for the entrance to the castle as well, where the Percy family live for more than 700 years until now (in the winter months). While our visit I took one of the tours during the castle, the Filming Location Tour - my heart beat faster as a big fan of Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. The other stops before and after Alnwick were perfectly timed and nice to visit, too. Thanks for everything to Stephan C. and Thomas and greetings from Germany :)
G
Gina – United StatesOctober 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Had a wonderful day even though SUPER gusty. Andy was great tour guide.
S
Scott – United StatesOctober 8, 2024 – Verified booking
Dave was a fantastic guide, he told us so many interesting stories related to not only the castle, but the neighboring towns and countryside. We appreciated being able to see a few coastal areas on the return trip. The castle structure and property are beautifully maintained. A great way to spend a day!

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