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A castle on a hill with a sunset reflection on the water. 1
A grand library with ornate furniture, bookshelves, and a fireplace. 2
A grand dining room with a long table set for a meal, ornate decorations, and classical paintings. 3
A rustic wooden gate leading to a garden with neatly trimmed hedges and a statue. 4
A stone building with a central archway, flanked by two large wooden doors. 5
By Walkabout Durham

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Free cancellation available
Price is €400 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Explore the historic castles of Northumberland on a private tour
    • Visit Bamburgh Castle, the seat of the Anglo-Saxon kings of Northumbria
    • Discover the dark history of Chillingham Castle, the most haunted in the county
    • See Alnwick Castle, home to the legendary Percy family for over 700 years
    • Learn about the history of the castles and their role in the Scottish Wars

Activity location

    • Alnwick Castle
    • Alnwick, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Alnwick Castle
    • Alnwick, England, United Kingdom

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Northumberland Castles Tour with Private Transport

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€399.98 x 1 Traveller€399.98
Total
Price is €399.98

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visit to Bamburgh Castle
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Chillingham Castle
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Alnwick Castle
  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Transport from your hotel
  • Exclusions
    Lunch or food & drinks
  • Exclusions
    Additional Attractions

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Discover the rich history of Northumberland, the English county with the most castles, on a private day trip. Visit three historic castles, each with its own unique and fascinating history.

    Begin with a visit to Bamburgh Castle, the seat of the Anglo-Saxon kings of Northumbria. Admire its spectacular and dramatic setting, arguably the most impressive in the country.

    Next, head to Chillingham Castle, known for its darker history of torture and execution. Learn about its reputation as the most haunted castle in the county.

    Finally, visit Alnwick Castle, home to the legendary Percy family for over 700 years. Hear stories of the family’s dramatic history and explore the castle’s impressive architecture.

Location

Activity location

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    • Alnwick Castle
    • Alnwick, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Alnwick Castle
    • Alnwick, England, United Kingdom