About this tour
Travel by private car from Port of Tyne or Newcastle city centre to Alnwick Castle, a 14th-century fortress that doubled as a filming location for major productions. A guide highlights key scenes shot within the grounds before you explore the castle's opulent interior at your own pace. The return journey traces the Northumberland coastline back to your departure point. Total duration is four and a half hours, including transport, guiding and castle entry.
Highlights
- Private car service from cruise port or Newcastle station
- Guided tour of on-location filming spots throughout castle grounds
- Self-guided exploration of the castle's grand state rooms
- Home of the Percy family since 1309
- Scenic coastal drive through Northumberland on return
What to expect
After being collected from Port of Tyne or Newcastle Central Station, you'll be driven north into Northumberland. Your guide will meet you at Alnwick Castle and walk you through the grounds, pointing out recognisable scenes from film and television productions. You then have freedom to wander the castle's interior—expect grand halls, period furnishings and sweeping views across the grounds. The self-guided section allows you to move at your own pace. On the return leg, your driver takes a scenic route along the Northumberland coast before dropping you back at your original location.
Good to know
Bottled water is provided during the tour. Prams and pushchairs are welcome for young children. The castle interior involves climbing stairs and uneven surfaces, though the tour suits all fitness levels. Gratuities are not included in the price.
Frequently asked
- How long does Cruise excursion / Private Tour: Wizard's Tale at Alnwick Castle take?
- Cruise excursion / Private Tour: Wizard's Tale at Alnwick Castle runs for approximately 4h 30m.
- How much does Cruise excursion / Private Tour: Wizard's Tale at Alnwick Castle cost?
- Prices start from GBP $795 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Cruise excursion / Private Tour: Wizard's Tale at Alnwick Castle run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Cruise excursion / Private Tour: Wizard's Tale at Alnwick Castle?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.