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Alnwick Castle and the Borders from Edinburgh

You will visit the picturesque seaside village of Bamburgh and take in the superb views of the 5th century Bamburgh Castle. But it is Alnwick Castle that’s the true star of this show. It’s not only a key filming location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey; it’s also a historic location of epic conquests and royal splendour. Take this trip and become enthralled by Scottish & English borders regions.

What's included

  • Local Scottish Guide
  • Downloadable Audio Guides are available in Chinese, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish

What's not included

  • Entry to Alnwick Castle (may be purchased at time of booking )

What do I need to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card
  • Travel insurance
  • Comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket , just in case there is a sprinkle of rain.

Attention

  • Depart from 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TB .

  • Check-in at 7:45am

  • We are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.

  • Travel insurance is recommended

  • Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do ot allocate seats.

  • It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible. Our coach cannot wait for you.

  • Please be advised that children under 5 years old may not take part in the tour, while anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • There are no maximum age restrictions

  • If you need organise to transport from your accommodation to our departure point please book it via the hotel concierge. We have had a lot of feedback from customers saying that Uber taxi’s are not showing up.

  • Please arrive to check-in 15 minutes before departure

  • The drop-off location is Waterloo Place in central Edinburgh

  • Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.

  • Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card

  • Cancellation of Day Tours: A full refund will be given if the cancellation is made more than 24 hours prior to the departure. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to departure will incur a 100% fee.

  • All our guests are asked to follow hygiene practices recommended by the World Health Organization and local Government guidelines.

  • Please bring your own:
    o Hand sanitiser

  • Update to COVID Government Guidelines in Scotland

  • As per government guidelines, the use of masks whilst on our tour coaches is no longer compulsory. Should our staff or passengers wish to keep wearing masks whilst on the coach they can. We will keep the hand sanitiser and enhanced cleaning procedures in place.

  • Maintain social distancing

  • You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any Covid like symptoms.

Alnwick Castle and the Borders from Edinburgh

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