ALNWICK TOUR - A Wizard's tale
FROM £79 PER PERSON
4 HOURS
PREMIUM MINIVAN TOUR
FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION
YOU PLUS UP TO 5 OF YOUR GUESTS
FROM £79 PER PERSON
4 HOURS
YOU PLUS UP TO 5 OF YOUR GUESTS
PRIVATE VEHICLE TOUR
FLEXI BOOKING
INCL. ENTRY TO ALNWICK CASTLE
PRIVATE ALNWICK TOUR TO HOGWARTS
A private Alnwick tour experience taking you from/to Newcastle upon Tyne city centre or the Port of Tyne cruise terminal in chauffeured driven transportation to visit that famous castle.
Experience the stunning Alnwick Castle – home to the Percy family and also location for several blockbuster movies. Your guide will talk you through some of the main hot-spots for movies/TV within the castle grounds. Also enjoy a walk-through the grand interior of this palace-like Alnwick Castle – the second largest inhabited castle after Windsor.
On return, travel along the beautiful Northumberland coastline back to Newcastle or your cruise port.
At Newcastle Tour Company, the safety & health of our guests are always of paramount importance to us. This Alnwick tour has been optimised for post Covid-19 tours & follows our health protocols.
ARRIVING BY CRUISE SHIP?
You can book this tour as a shore excursion and benefit from private vehicle pick up right outside the cruise terminal at your chosen tour time.
Simply tick the “Cruise Shore Excursion” tab during your tour booking and all is taken care of. Booking your tour as a cruise excursion also offers you the following perks.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
100% private shore excursions
Professional local tour guide
Pick up & drop off right at the cruise terminal (Port of Tyne)
Guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship
Full refund should your cruise ship skip port
Lower cost than official shore excursion equivalent tours
Multiple language options
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A WIZARD'S TALE TOUR ITINERARY
START YOUR ALNWICK TOUR
Experience a fantastic day towards the Northern fringes of England discovering the magic of Alnwick Castle - home to that famous wizard (Harry Potter) and Hogwarts!
GRAND HOME TO THE PERCY'S
Of course, the real purpose of Alnwick Castle is being the home to the Percy family - Duke of Northumberland. It is the largest inhabited castle in England after Windsor. Enjoy a walk through the stunning state rooms...
MOVIES & TV AT ALNWICK
Being the location for several movies & TV series, your guide will be able to show you the main filming locations for the Harry Potter (our wizard) series, Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves, Transformers and Downton Abbey within the grounds.
ANOTHER CASTLE!
Round off your tour today with a beautiful drive along the Northumberland coast with a photo stop at the impressive ruins of Warkworth Castle. If time allows, why not stop off at Amble Marina for a short stroll through this picturesque town.
DETAILS ABOUT YOUR ALNWICK CASTLE TOUR
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Professional local tour guide
Choose your start/end points
Transport to/from Alnwick
Guaranteed return to ship on-time (if cruise tour)
Water provided onboard
Entry to Alnwick Castle
Discover film locations of Harry Potter & other blockbusters (& TV highlights)
EXCLUSIONS
The Alnwick Garden
Food & drink
Gratuities
GOOD TO KNOW
Consider bringing layers of clothing / rain jacket
Don't forget your camera
We will provide you with a map
Public transport nearby - ask us for details
Consider comfortable shoes suitable for your tour
We can alter routes to make your tour wheelchair / stroller accessible
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