Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Alnwick Castle's rich history
- Discover the beauty of Northumberland's landscapes
- Visit the charming town of Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Experience the Scottish Borders' cultural heritage
- Enjoy scenic drives through picturesque countryside
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Admission to Alnwick Castle
- Guided tour of Northumberland and Scottish Borders
- Transportation from Edinburgh
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
A ruined abbey, a stunning, cobbled town square, and beautiful boutique shops.
This captivating coastline is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
*Entrance to Alnwick Castle included in tour price (upgrade to Gardens ticket available on arrival). This gorgeous castle was used as a set for both Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.
Say goodbye to England as we return to Scotland, traveling through the picturesque Scottish Borders into East Lothian and the town of Dunbar. This charming place is the birthplace of John Muir, the renowned naturalist and conservationist. You'll have a brief opportunity to explore the town before we resume our journey back to Edinburgh.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates on specific days; verify availability before booking.
- Confirm the departure time and location in advance.
- Be aware of the tour's cancellation policy and any associated fees.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the castle and towns.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic landscapes and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day's conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
- 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 - We reserve tickets for you (included in tour price ). Upgrade to include Gardens available on arrival.
- 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.
- *Please note that on 12 and 13 September 2026, Alnwick Garden will be closed due to a flower show. Entry to Alnwick Castle only will remain open.
Traveler reviews
Fun and Informative Day with Rabbies!
We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip with Kevin and Duncan. They were both hilarious, telling tales and history with flair. It's a long day and we didn't even notice we were having so much fun listening to Kevin tell stories of the many battles, what each location is known for, etc. He played Scottish music representative of each spot, and was excellent at ensuring we were all having a great day. There was ample time at each stop, and even when returning, Kevin provided suggestions for how to spend your evening in the city. Highly recommend!
Loved this tour
This is a phenomenal tour. I had a wonderful tour guide for the day whose name I can’t remember so sorry he was really great. Everything from the castle to the ruins to the drive-through Northumberland all of it. This is just a wonderful tour.
Great tour
Driver was great and the group size was perfect. Our driver was very knowledgeable and helped ensure we got tickets to the broom flying lessons which was the main reason we booked. I would suggest removing the first stop from the itinerary.
Great Tour
Al was a fantastic tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable on history and the Alnwick castle and region history. The weather could not have been better. We had just the right amount of time at the castle and all the appropriate stops. It did not feel rushed and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I would recommend a Rabbie's tour with Al to everyone!
Go to castle, but not on this tour
If your main goal is to visit Alnwick castle, just do that separately not through the tour. You waste so much time on a bus stopping at random spots for no real reason. You can save sooo much money taking the train there and buy a ticket separately. Plus, you can have more time. They said three hours would be plenty of time there and it wasn’t even close. You could easily spend 5-6 hours there minimum to get to see everything. Very disappointed we didn’t just do that. Waste of time and money if your goal is to visit the castle. This is not to say our tour guide wasn’t great. He definitely made the ride more enjoyable with the stories. But it doesn’t justify the cost even by half.