As a result of excellent feedback from those of you who booked on this new tour for 2026 we are repeating it this year. It includes a Farne Islands cruise with the chance to see puffins, a visit to Ad Gefrin as well as the chance to take in splendid scenery with a trip to Holy Island.
Your Hotel
The White Swan Hotel is set in the heart of the historic market town of Alnwick. It is a charming 300-year-old coaching inn that blends its unique heritage with superb accommodation. The hotel is probably best known for its Olympic Dining Suite which features the magnificent panelling, mirrors and stained-glass windows from the Titanic’s sister ship. The hotel does not have a lift but there are some ground floor bedrooms (on request only) and some rooms have walk-in showers (on request only).
Itinerary
Sunday: We travel north to Alnwick, arriving at our hotel late afternoon.
Monday: Subject to tidal conditions we travel over the causeway to Lindisfarne (Holy Island), birthplace of British Christianity. We then travel to Wooler to visit Ad Gefrin which showcases life at an Anglo-Saxon Royal Court. We then enjoy a guided tour and tasting in the distillery. Barley strains dating back to the Anglo-Saxon times are used in the distilling process to recreate a heritage whisky of this area.
Tuesday: This morning we visit Bamburgh. You may wish to visit Bamburgh Castle and/or the RNLI Grace Darling Museum (admissions not included). In the afternoon we move on to Seahouses and its harbour to board for a 2-hour cruise to the Farne Islands. The cruise boat trip offers the chance to see a variety of wildlife including puffins and grey seals, as well as close-up views of the Grace Darling Lighthouse.
Wednesday: A free day at leisure in Alnwick.
Thursday: We return to Derbyshire.
Cost shown is per person for half board sharing a double or twin room
Single room supplement £142 (twin or double for sole use)
