Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh

Overview

About this experience

The first stop of the tour is the Holy Island, connected to the mainland by a causeway which leads into the quaint island village of Lindisfarne, from where there are stunning views of Lindisfarne Castle. You'll spend some time wandering through the ruins of its Priory, sample some of the world-famous Lindisfarne 'Mead' brewed by Monks on the island and enjoy the tranquillity for which the island is renowned.

The best bits

Experience highlights

<ul><li>Food and beverages;</li></li>Entrance fees;</li></ul>

Included

What’s part of your booking

<ul><li>Driver guide;</li></li>Written translations (on request);</li></ul>

Traveller reviews

4.5 out of 5

Based on 20 reviews

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Sofia AnderssonRome, Italy · Apr 2026

Amazing experience!

Absolutely fantastic! The tour guide was amazing and really brought the history of Edinburgh to life. Great value for money and we saw so much during the Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh. Thank you for a memorable day!

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Yuki TanakaAmsterdam, Netherlands · Apr 2026

Worth every penny

Superb! This Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh was worth every penny. The team did a fantastic job explaining the local culture of Edinburgh and making everyone feel at home. Excellent service!

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Mia PetersonNew York, USA · Jan 2026

Highlight of our trip

This Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh was the highlight of our trip! Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable. The itinerary in Edinburgh was perfect and we got to see everything we wanted. Excellent!

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Emily ThompsonNew York, USA · Dec 2025

Exceeded expectations

Really enjoyed the Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh. It was well organized, informative and the guide in Edinburgh was excellent. We learned so much and had a great time. Would recommend to friends and family.

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Jane SmithTokyo, Japan · Nov 2025

Superb itinerary

Really enjoyed the Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh. It was well organized, informative and the guide in Edinburgh was excellent. We learned so much and had a great time. Would recommend to friends and family.

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Isabella SantosSydney, Australia · Nov 2025

Highly recommended

A perfect way to explore Edinburgh! The Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh offered great insights, wonderful photo opportunities, and top-tier hospitality. Don't hesitate to book this!