Hadrian's Wall Uncovered

From towering gates to buried temples, this journey traces life along Rome’s northern frontier. Walk through forts where cavalry once camped, streets once patrolled by imperial troops, and museums filled with the tools of daily survival on the edge of empire. Stand on the Wall itself and imagine what it took to build a boundary on this scale.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive from 15:00. Welcome dinner and talk from your tour expert.

Day 2: Begin at Arbeia Roman Fort, located at the eastern end of the wall with a reconstructed gatehouse, barracks and Commander’s house. Continue to Segedunum, a Roman fort also at the Wall’s eastern end. Enjoy a guided coach tour through Newcastle, with your expert, highlighting visible Wall sections. Visit Chesters Fort, a cavalry fort in a lovely setting on the north bank of the Tyne. It was once home to troops from all over the Empire. It also features the best example of a Roman bathhouse yet found. End the day with an optional visit to the evocative Temple of Mithras, a fascinating temple built by the garrison of the neighbouring fort to the God Mithras. This evening you will enjoy a special roman-style banquet gala dinner at the hotel.

Day 3: Explore Housesteads, the most iconic fort directly on Hadrian’s Wall, offering dramatic views and access to walk along the Wall itself. Nearby, Vindolanda reveals daily Roman life through ongoing excavations. Visit the Roman Army Museum for immersive insights into military life. In the afternoon, discover Corbridge Roman Town.

Day 4: Visit Birdoswald Fort and nearby Poltross Burn Milecastle to understand the Wall’s mile-by-mile defenses. Continue to Carlisle Castle, built atop a Roman fort, and explore the Tullie House Museum’s Roman collections. Return to the hotel by 17:00. 

NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions and tour manager's discretion.

Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 30 passengers.

Tour Grading: This tour has been graded as demanding due the amount of time spent walking and standing for viewing at attractions. Some attractions are on uneven ground which may be slippery when wet, with no handrails. Many of the sites are outdoors so please bring waterproofs and walking boots. Please visit the mobility page on our website, or call our team prior to booking if you have any questions.

INCLUDED

• Three nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at five-star Maften Hall Hotel, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
• First night welcome dinner and talk from your tour expert
• Roman-style banquet gala dinner at the hotel on the second night
• All talks, guided tours and admissions as per the itinerary
• Coach touring as per the itinerary
• Tour manager throughout

NOT INCLUDED

• Transport to the hotel is not included
• Double for sole use supplement - £525
• Extra nights on bed and breakfast basis 
• Holiday insurance 
• Meals other than those stated 
• Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc 
• Porterage and gratuities

HOTEL

Maften Hall Hotel

This beautiful five-star country estate dates back to the 17th century, and is surrounded by 300 acres of parkland. The hotel offers 4 restaurants, a bar, fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, spa, gardens and terrace. The comfortable bedrooms include ensuite bathroom, WIFI, TV, telephone, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. 

The car park is complimentary on a first come, first served basis. 

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