Explore Northumberland’s castles and coast, hike a section of Hadrian’s Wall, then base in Keswick to summit Cat Bells and Helvellyn on an adventure.
  • Explore Alnwick Castle, filming location for the first two Harry Potter movies
  • Tour Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast
  • Venture to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne and priory ruins
  • Hike a section of Hadrian's Wall, UNESCO-listed Roman frontier
  • Visit Vindolanda Roman garrison and ongoing excavations
  • Walk up Cat Bells for views over Derwent Water
  • Summit Helvellyn for sweeping Lake District vistas

We aim to secure locally owned accommodation that is well located, offers good value for money, and plenty of comfort. To help you find your ideal adventure, each trip is given a Comfort Level rating, which indicates the overall standard of accommodation. For more on our ratings, see our Comfort Level guidelines.



Upgrade your room on Day 1, 4, 5, and 6 of the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details. 



Newcastle: Royal Station Hotel (night 1)







The Royal Station Hotel in Newcastle is a Grade I-listed retreat within an easy walk of the train station and city centre. The rooms are classically styled and there’s an in-house cocktail bar and leisure club.



Alnwick: The Hogs Head Inn (nights 2-3)



An award-winning inn on the edge of Alnwick, The Hogs Head offers contemporary British hospitality. Its relaxed pub-restaurant serves locally sourced ales and seasonal dishes, with an outdoor terrace perfect for enjoying drinks or meals in fresh Northumberland air.



Keswick: Skiddaw Hotel (nights 4-6)







Skiddaw Hotel sits in the heart of Keswick, offering modern four-star comfort. Its award-winning Brasserie 31 serves seasonal, locally sourced dishes, while the stylish lounge bar and conservatory overlooking the Market Square provide inviting spots for relaxing meals or drinks.



Worth knowing



Tailor your trip: Extend your adventure by securing extra hotel nights before or after the main itinerary. Speak to your sales representative to book.

Private rooms: Like most tour operators, we room solo passengers together. If you’d prefer to have a private room, it’s normally possible to do this for a supplement. Speak to your sales representative to book.