Walking The Best of Hadrian's Wall
Walking The Best of Hadrian's Wall
$1235
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey along Hadrian's Wall, the largest historical monument in Britain, with our "Walking The Best of Hadrian's Wall" tour. This adventure takes you from Greenhead to Corbridge, offering breathtaking views of the Lake District and Northumberland Coast. Explore ancient Roman forts like Birdoswald, Vindolanda, Housesteads, and Chesters, and discover historical sites such as Lanercost Priory and St Oswald's Church. Enjoy the convenience of luggage transfers between charming accommodations, including a stay at a 16th Century Coaching Inn. With route notes and maps provided, you'll walk from west to east, ensuring the prevailing winds are at your back for optimal views. This tour includes all breakfasts, allowing you to focus on the stunning landscapes and rich history of this iconic path. Optional city break add-ons in Newcastle are available for those seeking to extend their adventure. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive in Greenhead
Location: Greenhead
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive in Greenhead and overnight
Day 2 : Lanercost to Greenhead
Location: Greenhead
Accommodation Name: Overnight in Greenhead.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a taxi to Lanercost Priory (payable locally) to discover the beauty and tranquillity of Cumbria's best-preserved Augustinian monastery with its intact triple tier arches and cloisters. Walk back to the hotel in Greenhead along Hadrian's Wall Path via Birdoswald fort and the longest remaining stretch of the wall. Overnight in Greenhead.
Day 3 : Greenhead to Once Brewed
Location: Hadrian's Wall
Accommodation Name: Stay in Once Brewed overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the Hadrian’s Wall Path (and parts of the Pennine Way) to Once Brewed, passing the Walltown Crags, Cawfields Milecastle and Winshield Crags. Extend your walk to the Roman Fort and Museum at Vindolanda, constructed before Hadrian’s Wall as a garrison on the Stanegate Road – the first Roman frontier in the north. Stay in Once Brewed overnight.
Day 4 : Once Brewed to Chollerford
Location: Northumberland
Accommodation Name: Overnight in Wall.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s walk takes you along Hadrian’s Wall Path past the famous Sycamore Gap to enjoy fabulous views of Crag Lough and the rolling Northumberland hills. Visit the Housesteads Roman Fort & Museum – one of the best-preserved Roman forts in the country and enjoy the interactive museum experience. Walk along the Sewingshields Crags and on to Chesters Fort before stopping overnight in Wall.
Day 5 : Chollerford to Corbridge
Location: Corbridge
Accommodation Name: Stay in Corbridge overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the Hadrian’s Wall Path to visit St Oswald’s Church, then head south, away from the B-road section, towards Corbridge and Aydon Castle (closed on a Mon & Tues). This fortified 13th century English manor house is almost completely intact and has a walled orchard perfect for picnics. Continue on to affluent Corbridge to visit this once bustling Roman town and supply base. Stay in Corbridge overnight.
Day 6 : Departure
Location: Corbridge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart after breakfast
What's Included
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All breakfasts
Breakfast is included each morning during your stay.
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Route notes and maps
You will receive detailed route notes and maps to guide you along Hadrian's Wall Path.
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Luggage transfers between hotels
Luggage transfers are provided between hotels, allowing you to walk without carrying your bags.
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Transportation
Transportation includes a taxi to Lanercost Priory, with luggage transfers between hotels.
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Accommodation
You will stay in a range of hotels, including a 16th Century Coaching Inn in Corbridge.
What's Not Included
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City break add-on in Newcastle
A city break add-on in Newcastle is available for a supplement.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Single supplement
A single supplement is available on request and is a compulsory supplement.
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Solo traveller supplement
A solo traveller supplement applies when only one person is travelling on a departure date.
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Taxi to Lanercost Priory
The taxi to Lanercost Priory is payable locally and not included in the tour price.
Food
Accommodation
You will stay in a range of hotels, including a 16th Century Coaching Inn in Corbridge, all offering a full breakfast.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in a range of hotels, including a 16th Century Coaching Inn in Corbridge, all offering a full breakfast.
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How is luggage handled during the tour?
Luggage transfers between hotels are included, allowing you to enjoy the scenic walks along Hadrian's Wall Path without the burden of carrying your bags.
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Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?
Additional costs include a city break add-on in Newcastle, travel insurance, a single supplement, and a solo traveller supplement if only one person is travelling on a departure date.
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What historical sites will I visit during the tour?
You will visit several historical sites including the ancient Roman forts of Birdoswald, Vindolanda, Housesteads, and Chesters, as well as Lanercost Priory and St Oswald's Church.
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Is transportation provided during the tour?
Transportation includes a taxi to Lanercost Priory, which is payable locally.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Low Deposit
Exodus Adventure Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus adventure travels charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
Walking The Best of Hadrian's Wall
6 Days Starting in Greenhead, England and ending in Corbridge, England
Visiting: Greenhead, Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland, Corbridge
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W05HW
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements