Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Small-Group Tour
Overview
Discover the beauty of the Scottish Borders and Northumberland on this full day tour from Edinburgh. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury 16 seat Mercedes mini coach as you journey through rolling countryside to the charming market town of Kelso, home to Scotland's largest market square and the historic ruins of Kelso Abbey. Continue south to Alnwick, where you can choose to explore the magnificent Alnwick Castle (admission optional), famous for its appearances in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, or spend your free time discovering the town's independent shops, cafés and famous bookshop.
The tour also includes a scenic drive along the spectacular Northumberland Coast, with stunning sea views and historic landscapes, before returning to Edinburgh.
What's Included
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission fee: Alnwick Castle (if option selected)
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission Fees: unless specified.
Meeting Location
Edinburgh EH1 3AY
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Kelso Abbey
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alnwick Castle
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Dunbar
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Alnwick Castle - If you have selected the package option, we reserve tickets for you and this will be included in tour price. You can upgrade to include Gardens available on arrival.
- We recommend booking Alnwick Castle tickets in advance to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment. If you have selected the tour option that does not include entry to Alnwick Castle, we cannot guarantee access to the castle. Tickets must be purchased on arrival and are subject to availability.
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. 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 one small bag for onboard personal items.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach.
- Admission fee: Alnwick Castle (if option selected).
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers).
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Admission Fees: unless specified.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Small-Group Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Small-Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission fee: Alnwick Castle (if option selected)
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission Fees: unless specified.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Alnwick Castle - If you have selected the package option, we reserve tickets for you and this will be included in tour price. You can upgrade to include Gardens available on arrival.
- We recommend booking Alnwick Castle tickets in advance to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment. If you have selected the tour option that does not include entry to Alnwick Castle, we cannot guarantee access to the castle. Tickets must be purchased on arrival and are subject to availability.
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. 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 one small bag for onboard personal items.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
