Journey through vivid Roman history on an 8-hour guided tour of Hadrian’s Wall with Iles Tours. Discover forts, archaeological treasures, and local culture around Hexham.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for those in reasonable physical shape able to handle all-day walking including uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Hadrian’s Wall was constructed beginning AD 122 as the northern limit of Roman Britain, spanning 73 miles across rugged terrain.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving the Wall’s physical structure and surrounding habitat, balancing tourism with sensitive land management.
Iles Tours
Journey through vivid Roman history on an 8-hour guided tour of Hadrian’s Wall with Iles Tours. Discover forts, archaeological treasures, and local culture around Hexham.
Iles Tours is a Bamburgh, England-based tour operator specialising in guided history and heritage experiences across North East England and the Scottish Borders. The business offers a varied programme that includes short walking tours, half-day city itineraries, full-day excursions and multi-day tours focused on castles, Roman sites and Anglo-Saxon history.
Iles Tours lists small-group options and multi-day itineraries, with trips that cover Durham, Newcastle, Hadrian's Wall, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne, Alnwick, Warkworth and destinations in southern Scotland. Sample offerings include a Durham full-day tour with visits to Durham Cathedral and the Auckland Project, Newcastle Quayside walking tours, Roman-themed walks, and multi-day castle tours that trace notable fortresses from Bamburgh to Alnwick.
The company is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its range of experiences is presented alongside regional tourism resources. Iles Tours provides clear tour names and summaries for booking and planning. Pickup and drop-off are offered on selected full-day itineraries where noted, and some tours include scheduled breaks such as lunch stops.
All descriptions of trips and itineraries are presented in third person and reflect the operator's published offerings from Bamburgh. Visitors can review listed tour titles and summaries to select routes that match interests in Roman history, Anglo-Saxon sites, medieval castles, or contemporary Newcastle and Durham city heritage.
Base
Bamburgh, England
Operates from Bamburgh on the coast
Tours Offered
22 tours
Small-group, walking and multi-day options
Flexible Durations
1 hour–multi-day
Walking, half-day and full-day itineraries
Historic Focus
Castles & Roman sites
Specialists in North East heritage tours
Reserve a spot on a small-group walk, half-day city tour or multi-day castle itinerary — view availability and book directly through listed tour pages.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
The tour includes uneven terrain and stone paths that require supportive footwear.
Prepare for variable weather
Bring waterproof layers and sun protection—conditions can change rapidly in northern England.
Carry a camera or smartphone
Opportunities to photograph ancient ruins and sweeping landscapes abound throughout the tour.
Pack light snacks if desired
While a hearty lunch at Twice Brewed Inn is included, additional snacks can help between stops.
Waterproof jacket
To stay dry during sudden showers common on Hadrian’s Wall.
spring
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating cobbled forts and trail terrain safely.
Camera or smartphone
To capture dramatic landscapes and ancient ruins.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protection from strong sun in open exposed areas during summer months.
summer