Late afternoon, we depart Duham for your hotel. On arrival, the hotel porters will transfer your case to your room and following some time to relax and unwind, we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant tonight. Included Meals - Dinner

MONDAY – This morning following breakfast, we head for the market town of Alnwick, home to Alnwick Castle & The Alnwick Garden (Admission Included). Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England; it has been home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family, the Percys, for over 700 years. The castle’s rich history is brimming with drama, intrigue, and extraordinary people; from a gunpower plotter and visionary collectors, to decadent hosts and medieval England’s most celebrated knight, Harry Hotspur. Combining magnificent medieval architecture with spectacular Italianate State Rooms, Alnwick Castle is one of the UK’s most significant heritage destinations. In recent years it has also taken starring roles in a number of film and television productions, featuring as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films and as a location for ITV’s Downton Abbey. For your enjoyment, we have included a Private Historical Grounds Tour.

Explore The Alnwick Garden, created by The Duchess of Northumberland in 2001, The Alnwick Garden is a garden with a purpose and is a registered charity. Built to be unconventional, The Alnwick Garden is a unique, contemporary garden in the heart of Northumberland. Lose yourself in the mysterious Bamboo Labyrinth, explore the perils of The Poison Garden or gaze upon the Grand Cascade. Transformed across seasons, no two days in The Garden are ever the same. The Garden’s history is still honoured through the traditional Ornamental Garden and mesmerising Rose Garden.

Late afternoon, we return to your hotel with time at leisure before dinner. This evening, we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant this evening. Included Meals – Breakfast & Dinner

TUESDAY - This morning following breakfast, we come to another major highlight of this tour, a full day visit to Beamish Museum. Set in 350 beautiful acres, Beamish is a world famous open air museum, telling the story of life in North East England during the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 1950s. Take a tram ride back in time and become immersed in real, living history.

Award-wining Beamish Museum is a must-see part of any group visit to the North of England. Take a walk down an Edwardian cobbled street, try tasty food from times gone by and chat to our cheerful costumed engagers – there’s so much to discover!

Experience life as a Land Girl, explore the 1820s Landscape or have a go at fun 50s activities in the welfare hall.

Late afternoon, we depart Beamish & return to our Hotel. This evening, we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant. Included Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

WEDNESDAY (Subject to tides) - This morning following breakfast, we come to another highlight of this tour, a full day coastal tour, accompanied by a Blue Badge Guide.

This morning, we visit Holy Island (Lindisfarne) and include a visit & tour of Lindisfarne Priory. Cross the dramatic causeway to reach the island of Lindisfarne on a journey that will stay in your memory forever. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient monks who built their priory here nearly 1,400 years ago, and explore the wild coastal beauty of Holy Island. With new displays and experiences, visit the fascinating museum and find out about a violent Viking raid, the miracles of St Cuthbert and the beautiful medieval Lindisfarne Gospels. We depart Lindisfarne at lunchtime & move on to Bamburgh Castle (Admission Included).

Following our visit to Bamburgh we take a coast tour back to our hotel accompanied by a Blue Badge Guide.

Late afternoon, we return to your Hotel with some free time. This evening we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant and your final night in Northumberland. Included Meals – Breakfast & Dinner

THURSDAY - This morning following breakfast, we bid a fond farewell to our Hotel, as we begin the journey home, but this tour is not over yet! This morning we head into Hadrian's Wall country  for a visit to Chesters Roman Fort & Museum, accompanied by a Blue Badge Guide. Come and see what life was like at one of the Roman Empire's most northern outposts. Chesters Roman Fort is the most complete Roman cavalry fort in Britain. Wander around the unusually well-preserved bath house and discover how Roman soldiers liked to relax. The commanding officer's house and the cavalry soldiers quarters also give in an insight into how different soldiers lived. Head into the museum which is home to the famous Clayton Collection. You'll find a whole host of exciting finds, from Roman jewellery to graffitied pottery.

Late morning, we move on to the market town of Hexham for lunch, which is famed for its Abbey. Following lunch, we bid farewell to Hexham, as we journey home taking the memories of this wonderful Northumberland taster holiday home with us. Included Meals - Breakfast

YOUR HOTEL

4* Delta Hotels By Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

(Resort Hotel)

Comfort, style and convenience await you at Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead. An ideal destination for both business and leisure guests to the Newcastle upon Tyne area. This hotel offers tastefully decorated, spacious hotel rooms and suites, together with a wealth of superb amenities. Make yourself at home in your bedroom, which boasts a flat-screen TV, luxurious linens, high-speed Wi-Fi and an ergonomic workspace. Enjoy a day of rejuvenation at the hotel spa, break a sweat in the fitness center, take a refreshing swim in the indoor pool or treat yourself to authentic local fare at our on-site Cast Iron Bar & Grill. This 4-star hotel is located in Gateshead, moments from MetroCentre and Newcastle city centre, and near Utilita Arena and Gateshead International Stadium. LIFT(S) - YES

GUEST ROOMS - Air-conditioned - En-suite Bathroom (Shower/tub combination) - Hair dryer - Chair - In Room Safe - Desk with electrical outlet - Iron and ironing board - Room service, 24-hour - Coffee/tea maker - Instant hot water - Phone - Wireless internet (Complimentary)

What's Included -

• Luxury Executive Eavesway Coach Travel including complimentary Wifi and the services of an Eavesway Driver(s)
• Complimentary onboard light refreshments service to/from Northumberland
• Four Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at the 4* Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
• A visit to the Cathedral city of Durham, with included visit to Crook Hall Gardens (Admission Included) & a walking tour of Durham
• A visit to Alnwick Castle (Admission Included) with included Historical Grounds Tour
• A visit to The Alnwick Garden (Admission Included)
• A visit to the National Trust property Cragside (Admission Included)
• A full day visit to Beamish Open Air Museum (Admission Included)
• A full day coastal tour including a visit to Holy Island & Lindisfarne Priory (Admission Included), Bamburgh Castle (Admission Included) & the services of a Blue Badge Guide
• A visit to Chesters Roman Fort (Admission Included) with a Blue Badge Guide
• A visit to Hexham
• Porterage Included
• The Services Of A TML Travel Group Tour Manager throughout

All tours are operated by TML Travel Group Limited and are subject to availability and terms & conditions of the TML Travel Group trading charter. All prices are per person based on sharing a twin/double bedded room and are valid for new bookings only. Single occupancy supplement and Insurance not included. New coaches may not be available on all tours. Offers maybe withdrawn at any time. Every attempt is made to keep the information guides up-to-date, however tours maybe subject to change and you will be notified. if this is the case. WE REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 28 PAYING PASSENGERS IN ORDER TO OPERATE THIS TOUR

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