All North East England Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 3

Discover Newcastle upon Tyne from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English

Exploring Northumberland’s Hadrian’s Wall without a guide risks you missing out on the UNESCO-listed site’s hidden details and role in the region’s history. Delve deeper into the wall’s purpose and past, and view the surrounding Northumberland National Park on this guided walk, all with a historically costumed guide who’ll share facts, secrets, and stories that many visitors never get to hear.

In three unforgettable days, immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Northumberland. From the Roman heritage of Hadrian’s Wall to the sweeping forests of Kielder and the castles along the coast, this is the perfect mix of history, landscapes, and adventure. All enjoyed from behind the wheel of a legendary Land Rover Defender with comfortable 4-star accommodation along the way. Trip Highlights • Explore some of the most beautiful roads in England in a legendary Land Rover Defender • Walk along Hadrian’s Wall and explore Vindolanda • Discover the beauty of Kielder & the Borderlands • Visit Holy Island & Lindisfarne • Step into history at Bamburgh & Alnwick Garden • Enjoy a seal & seabird cruise to the Farne Islands • Relax in handpicked 4-star accommodation Inclusions • Insurance for two drivers • 4* Accommodation inc. breakfast • Full 3-day itinerary with routes, dining & attractions • 3 attraction entries included • Support & guidance throughout

This activity gives you the opportunity to create a beautiful nautical flower arrangement in a stunning setting. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Get to know Newcastle through its pubs with this private evening tour. You’ll head out with a Geordie, a Newcastle native, to check out some of the city’s oldest and most legendary pubs. Learn about local brewers like the famous Newcastle Brown Ale and the microbreweries that are putting the city on beer-lover’s maps. Quirky stories, serious beer chat, and some select drinks are included along the way.

Zone in one Newcastle’s unique art and architecture during a private walking tour that lets you go where cars can’t. You’ll navigate the city with ease and at a pace set by you rather than a large group, as you discover top Newcastle attractions such as Newcastle Cathedral, BALTIC art gallery, and Laing Art Gallery.

Many English people grew up with the tale of Grace Darling, the young woman who helped her lighthouse keeper father save nine people from a shipwreck in 1838. On this unique tour, you'll join the current lighthouse attendant on a trip to Longstone Island. If conditions permit, there'll be the chance to see inside the lighthouse (donations required): along the way, expect to see gray seals and nesting seabirds.

Turning City Streets Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to see Newcastle! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant access with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

This special Newcastle upon Tyne pub tour blends rich local history, spectacular riverside scenery, and some of the city’s best-loved pubs into one incredible tour. We begin in the historic heart of the city, enjoying carefully chosen pubs as we make our way past the Castle that gave Newcastle its name and down towards the River Tyne. Along the route, you’ll hear how this once-industrial powerhouse grew into one of Britain’s most vibrant and characterful cities. Our walk leads us into the world-famous Quayside, widely regarded as one of the most iconic nightlife districts in Britain. With its sweeping river views, striking modern architecture, and legendary bridges, it’s an area packed with atmosphere by day and electric with life by night. . We then cross the magnificent High Level Bridge — famous not only as an engineering masterpiece but also as one of the very best viewpoints in the city. Our final pub is just at the far end. A free drink is included in each pub that we visit.

Explore at your own pace with a fully private guided tour. Discover the captivating history and architectural gems of Newcastle during this immersive 2.5-hour private walking tour. The journey begins at the iconic Grey’s Monument, honoring the influential Earl Grey, before delving into the vibrant Grainger Market, a bustling hub dating back to the 19th century. Stroll through the well-preserved Blackfriars Medieval Friary, where medieval history comes to life, and uncover remnants of the ancient Newcastle Town Wall, offering glimpses into the city’s past defenses. While passing by St. Mary’s Cathedral, marvel at its neo-Gothic beauty, and conclude your adventure at the historic Newcastle Castle, an iconic medieval fortress that has stood as a guardian of the city for centuries. This tour offers a fascinating blend of heritage, architecture, and tales from Newcastle’s rich history, all in the company of your private guide.

The Prince Bishops of Durham were incredibly powerful lords and religious leaders in the North of England during the Middle Ages. They wielded the power of both secular lords and medieval bishops – being able to rival monarchs at points in their power. It was often joked during the Middle Ages that there were two kings in England – one sat in London wearing a crown while the other sat in Durham wearing a mitre. During this tour, we will explore the UNESCO world heritage site, Durham Cathedral. From there we will have lunch before proceeding to Auckland Castle – now famous for the internationally acclaimed Auckland Project. Here you will explore Auckland Castle and the Faith Museum, telling the story of Christianity in the British Isles. This tour is a whole-day tour. Entry to all sites is included. Lunch is included on this tour.

Newcastle is famed for its warm and vibrant culture, so it makes sense that the 'Toon' has so many stories to uncover. Join me on this entertaining and illuminating walk through the city streets from the elegance of Grey's monument to the medieval warren of Quayside where we emerge onto the riverfront for spectacular views of Newcastle's famous bridges. Along the way you'll hear about local figures such as Thomas Bewick, dive into a few ghost stories, and get a feel for Geordie culture, past and present, along with the city's long relationship with pubs, nightlife, and a good night out. Expect a mix of well known sights, overlooked details, and stories that bring the place to life. By the end, you'll have a much clearer sense of how Newcastle fits together and a few recommendations of where to go next.

Inspired by your favourite apocalyptic films and series, this small-group walking tour along Hadrian’s Wall blends breathtaking scenery with immersive storytelling, light-hearted survival fun and real Roman history. Step into a fictional future where society has collapsed—and the Roman frontier is once again the edge of civilization. With one bag and one mission, you’ll travel two miles to the safe zone, facing team challenges, solving problems under pressure and making moral choices—while discovering how Roman soldiers once held the line. There are regular stops to soak in the views. The experience ends at our “safe zone” with a drink (on us), a themed quiz and prizes. Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends or as a family (ages 13+), this is a fresh, inclusive way to experience Hadrian’s Wall. All activities are optional and no survival skills, apocalypse knowledge or high fitness levels required. Book now and walk away with stories, laughs and a highlight reel to share.

The perfect way to feel some spooky vibes this Halloween weekend and explore the real dark side of Newcastle! Uncover some of the city's darkest secrets, gruely mystweries, murders and intrigue! Explore stories of stolen corpses, dark and notorious prisons, grave robbers and witch hunts! There is so much to discover during your Halloween tour of Newcastle. NOTE: This is an adaptation of the famous Newcastle True Crime Tour operating weekly.

If you’re a lover of fine wine and cheese, pleasure your palate during a cheese-and-wine tour of Newcastle upon Tyne. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour combines local delicacies with stops at a food market and Newcastle Castle, in order to provide the inside scoop on local culture and history.

"This 3-hour extended tour offers a complete journey through Newcastle's soul. Beyond the medieval heart and the Grainger Town, we descend from the historic Castle directly to the vibrant Quayside. We will walk along the river Tyne to admire the world-famous bridges and conclude our experience at the iconic Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. It is the perfect way to see how the city's rich past meets its modern riverside beauty."

Operation City Quest of Sunderland is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Sunderland.

Using an app on your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 120 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for the items. Once you've found the object, you'll send a photo in to score points. Along the way, you will perform challenges for even more points. You'll have 13 categories of objects you can find in this city walk, with each object varying in points depending on the difficulty. Don't worry, you won't be alone. You'll have a remote guide that will be texting you during your game if you need help or have a question. They will also encourage you and give you hints along the way! The objective of the game is to have fun, rank #1 on the leaderboard, and try to get as many points as possible by finding all of the objects!

This very special private tour based out of Newcastle takes you to some of the lesser visited but in someways most impressive historical monuments and buildings. First of all we will go a short distance to Tynemouth, a beautiful little town on the coast full of fine places to eat and drink but we are off to visit Tynemouth Priory and Castle with a truly long history and fantastic dramatic views everywhere you look. After seeing the monument to local hero Admiral Collingwood we will drive a few miles to Jarrow, once one of the most important Christian sites in the British Isles and home to all things Bede. From a Holy man to an Angel, visit the most viewed (and likely biggest Angel) public artwork in Europe and symbol of Tyneside. Finally to Washington Old Hall, ancestral home of George Washington (in the real original Washington too!!). See how his family lived with lots of original pieces and artefacts as well as some beautiful gardens. It all makes for a grand day out!

Discover the fascinating culinary and cultural delights of the historic border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed on this fabulous walking food tour. Enjoy many tastes and tales of the Borderlands led by local guide and award winning restaurateur, proud and passionate of her family’s farming background. Learn about the rich agricultural heritage and turbulent history of the region while enjoying tastings of local produce, including cheese, meats, fish, sweet treats and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Stroll along the mighty River Tweed, explore the iconic Elizabethan walls, and admire views of the stunning coastline. This tour is perfect for food lovers and those seeking a unique cultural experience in a small group. Duration: 2.5-3 hours of walking and tasting Group size: Minimum of 2, maximum of 16 participants Includes tastings of local produce and drinks picnic style Suitable for dietary requirements with advance notice 42 minutes train ride away from Edinburgh and Newcastle

Let us help you escape the glow and glare of city lights. We chose Northumberland for its dark skies and wide-open views where you’ll see deeper into our universe than you ever thought possible. Experience some of England’s darkest skies on this extraordinary tour experience taking you deep into Northumberland’s Hadrian’s Wall country. Your transport awaits right in the centre of Newcastle to teleport you into the wilds of Northumberland National Park. Your journey begins right in Newcastle with mini coach pick up from Maldron Hotel and heading out into England’s most tranquil county – Northumberland! Our on-site astronomer will ensure you enjoy a memorable evening on-site within Northumberland National Park!

What the day includes Evergreen woodland walk and nature connection through Chopwell Woods Warming breathwork and mindful nervous system regulation Gentle movement and deep rest among the trees Restorative sound bath and guided meditation Intentional pause for reflection and integration Fire ceremony for release and renewal Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks by the fire Community connection and shared space Good to bring Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves Sturdy outdoor footwear A blanket or something comfortable to sit on A flask or water bottle A small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire A journal if you enjoy reflecting All levels are welcome. There is clear guidance throughout the day, every practice is fully optional, and there is always space to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and the weather so you can settle in, slow down and truly reset.

Arrange a hassle-free finish to your stay in Newcastle with this private, door-to-door transfer service from your central Newcastle hotel to Newcastle Airport. Simply meet your driver at your hotel and settle into your private, climate-controlled vehicle that accommodates up to six passengers. Then, sit back and relax on your smooth and effortless journey direct to your terminal. Transfer services are available 24 hours, seven days a week to suit your schedule. • One-way private departure transfer from your city hotel in Newcastle to the Newcastle Airport • Door-to-door service with a professional driver • Rates cover private groups of one to six passengers • Private transfers operate 24 hours, seven days a week

Forget dull online itineraries and dead tree guidebooks. Discover Newcastle the fun way with this scavenger hunt cellphone game: You don’t need to download or print anything and the game doesn’t need any permissions: You receive maps, clues, interesting facts, and hints if you need them direct to your phone.