CoachBookings.com: Historic Durham, Bamburgh & Holy Island

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Details

Destination:
Durham		Operator:
Caledonian Travel		Departs:
20/09/2025		Departs Via:
All Areas
Type:
Sight Seeing		Duration:
2 days		Quality:
Good * * *		Board:
Half Board
Tour Code:
S934581		Adults:
£119.00		Children:
£95.00 * Max age 12
Cutoff Date:
06/09/2025

Description

A special weekend away. Enjoy lovely Durham, with its fine blend of modern facilities and historic grandeur. Plus a beautiful tour along the Northumberland Coast featuring Bamburgh & Seahouses, together with a trip across the tidal causeway to Holy Island.

Itinerary

What's Included?
- Coach travel with reserved seating throughout- One night dinner, bed and breakfast at the Holiday Inn, Sunderland- Time to enjoy the attractions of Durham- Journey along the Northumberland Coast featuring Bamburgh, Seahouses, and a trip across to Holy Island.Durham, a proud and historic city with a unique sense of identity. Guaranteeing you a warm welcome, Durham fuses its own past and cultural heritage with the modern expectations of visitors to create a city that is unique and different but maintains a familiarity to its visitors.\n\nHoly Island - Steeped in religious history and culture, the island is the birthplace of the Lindisfarne Gospels but you don't need a religious reason to visit this area, with dramatic scenery provided by Lindisfarne Castle and surrounding wildlife creating wonderful photographic opportunities.

Durham
Durham, a beautiful historic city in the North East of England, dating back to the Roman times.\n\nKnown for its superb architecture, vibrant culture and rich history, Durham is a popular holiday destination with many fantastic attractions.\n\nDiscover Durham Cathedral, one of the most impressive cathedrals in the world, with its 1,000-year history and stunning collections of manuscripts, embroideries, and other historic objects. It's also a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautiful Norman architecture and spectacular stained-glass windows.\n\nExplore other iconic landmarks in the city, such as the 11th century Durham Castle and the medieval Durham City Walls. These fascinating attractions provide a unique insight into the history of the city, offering a glimpse into the lives of people who once lived there. Take a stroll around the quaint cobbled streets, exploring the shops, museums and art galleries, before relaxing with a drink in a cosy pub.\n\nThe city is known for its thriving arts scene, with several cultural festivals taking place throughout the year. Durham is a wonderful destination for a coach holiday, whether you're interested in history, the arts, or you're looking for a relaxing break away in an attractive city.

The Holy Island
Holy Island is a must-visit on any break to Northumberland which enjoys a unique sense of isolation when cut off by the tide.
Steeped in religious history and culture, the island is the birthplace of the Lindisfarne Gospels but you don't need a religious reason to visit this area, with dramatic scenery provided by Lindisfarne Castle and surrounding wildlife creating wonderful photographic opportunities.
A trip to Holy Island is the highlight of any coach break to Northumberland.

Pickup Point Locations

Castleford, Leeds, Wakefield