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At A Glance:
  • Upcoming departures:
    Sept 14 - 21, 2025
    Sept 13 - 20, 2026

    Sojourn begins:
    Newcastle, England

    Sojourn concludes:
    York, England

    Price from:
    $3,695/person (DO)
    $4,195/person (SO)

    Combines with: >
    Great Castles of Scotland

    Uncovering Camelot


  • Lumley Castle Hotel
    Built in 1389, magnificent Lumley Castle dominates the County Durham landscape. The 14th-century edifice is a monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honor. The atmosphere inside is simply amazing—whether relaxing in the opulently-furnished guest rooms, dining on award-winning cuisine in the Black Knight Restaurant, or enjoying a drink in wood-paneled Library Bar.



    The Inn at Grasmere
    A historic Lake District Inn, enjoying a central location in the stunning village of Grasmere and boasting breathtaking views of the hills all around. A stay here puts guests at the heart of village life yet just steps from the glorious open. Here life is beautiful.




    Bagdale Hall
    Set within a Tudor manor house dating from1516, Bagdale Hall oozes atmosphere and transports guests to a bygone era. Each of the hotel’s rooms retains much of the character of the original house with beamed ceilings, four-poster beds, and stone mullioned windows with leaded glass. Spectacular fireplaces and original woodwork can be found throughout the property, all complemented by traditional English furnishings.

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