The Tour

Day one

The tour begins in AD 122 along ancient Rome’s border empire, the mighty Hadrian’s wall, along its forts which are set in the beautiful rugged terrain of Northumberland. Visit full size reconstructions of bath houses and temples.

Housesteads (Vercovicium, the 'place of able fighters')

Day two

We travel along Britain’s stunning coast line to the ancient causeway of Holy Island (Lindisfarne). Which has hosted St Cuthbert’s preserved body in AD 698 and witnessed one of the bloodiest Viking attacks on the inhabiting monks.

From Holy Island we travel inland to Alnwick Castle. The castle saw its first construction in AD 1096. The castle was Besieged by William the Lion, King of Scotland in AD1172 but successfully defended by William de Vescy.

This Castle hasn’t just had a military past but has featured as Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter movies.

Day Three

A more relaxed day, we travel in time to AD 1820-1913 into Britain’s open air Museum Beamish, see fully working trams, horses drawn carts, Victorian shops in which food and sweets are still made there today, plus much much more.

Day Four

Day four heads through Catherine Cookson country to the most beautiful and picturesque harbour of Whitby. Where pirates, smugglers chanced their luck, it also saw the birth of the famous naval adventurer Captain Cook in 1728. Whitby was host to the most famous written book by Bram Stoker, Dracula. It is said he still haunts the Norman Abbey to this day. The harbour is also home to the Grand Turk Man o war ship (featured in Horn Blower) and is also the largest supplier of Whitby Jet.

Day Five

On the fifth day the tour visits the most spectacular Ancient City Northern England has to offer, York. Founded as a fortress in AD 71, Eboracum. By the Romans. In AD306, Emperor Constantius Chlorus died there. York has had a prosperous and turbulent history in AD 600 York was home to Edwin, King of Northumbria, but during AD 866 York was invaded again, this time by the Vikings who later named it Jorvik. Many kings and queens have visited York from the time of William the Conquer up to present day. York holds one of Englands most impressive Ministers. Walk down York’s streets and medieval houses which still stand the test of time.

Saturday is a day for you to explore Newcastle, why nto take advantage of the gym facilities or sample the hospitality of the hotel. You may like to visit our local attractions such as the football ground, races, theatres etc. Discuss any extras and add on tours in your application for further details.

You will be staying at the Historical Vermont Hotel (4-5 star rating) which has a modern but with a old world feel to it, Located in the centre of Newcastle overlooking the key side, ideal for families who just want to relax and visit the city after tours.

Dates for tour one: Arrive Newcastle airport 11th June, depart 17th June 2006
Receive a special 20% off full price if you book before 1st February 2006. Full payment due on 1st May 2006

Tour Two: Arrive Newcastle airport on 9th July, depart 15th July 2006. Receive a special 20% off if you book before 1st April. Full payment due 1st June 2006

Tour Three: Arrive Newcastle airport 30th July, depart 5th august 2006. Receive a special 20% off if you book before 1st May 2006. Full payment due 1st July.2006.

Tour Four: Arrive Newcastle Airport 20th August depart, 26th August 2006. Recive a special 20% off if you book before 13th May 2006. Full payment due on 15th July 2006

Pricing

Tours are from sunday to sunday, the price includes half board hotel accommodation, entrance to all atractions, coach service and narrated tour, and much, much more. All for £1200.00 - Adult Rate, £800.00 Child Rate.

Add on Tours:

If you wish to stay longer we have other beautiful and historic attractions to visit such as:
Durham City/ Eden Camp/ Richmond/ Albeia Roman fort/ Edinbrough /Hartlepool historical open air arena/
Bambrough Castle. Plus many more. (Please note for add on tour we need to have no less than 12 people)