Discover the legends surrounding Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey, and explore the Scottish Borders.
Day Trip from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose & the Borders
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Highlights
Description
Scotland is a nation renowned for its natural beauty. On this full-day excursion to the Scottish Borders, discover the stunning architecture of Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin Castle, and Melrose Abbey
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Roslin
- Hear about the bloody battles and interesting discoveries at the village of Rosslyn
- Explore the mysterious interiors of Rosslyn Chapel and Roslin Castle
- Head into the heart of the Scottish Borders, towards the natural beauty of Melrose
- Discover the beautiful architecture of Melrose Abbey
- Stop for a traditional Scottish lunch at Melrose (not included in price)
- Visit spectacular Scott's View
- Pay your respects at Sir William Wallace's memorial
- Round your day off at Glenkinchie Distillery, learning and sampling some of Glenkinchie's finest malts (not included in price)
- Enjoy a drive back to Edinburgh
Mysterious Roslin
You will begin your tour with a short scenic drive to Roslin, a small village just 7 miles from Edinburgh. The tiny village of Roslin, is home to an amazing legacy of Templar knights, medieval conspiracies, and bloody battles.
Heralded as the eventual reliquary of the Holy Grail, the mysterious Rosslyn Chapel is full of exquisite medieval carvings depicting intriguing biblical, masonic, pagan and Templar themes, not found anywhere in the world. You will also have a chance to visit Roslin Castle, which remains an imposing shadow of its former glory.
The Scottish Borders and Beyond
You will then head into the heart of the Scottish Borders, to the town of Melrose, an area rich in hills, valleys and rivers - and birthplace of the game of Rugby Sevens. Home to the lavish Melrose Abbey, founded in 660, you will explore the beautiful architecture and the fascinating lives of the medieval monks who lived and died here. In Melrose, your guide will recommend a spot for enjoying some traditional Scottish fare before you continue your tour.
After lunch you will head to Scott’s View, one of the most spectacular vistas of Scotland. You will also have the opportunity to pay your respects to the huge monument to Scotland’s greatest warrior hero- Sir William Wallace. Intriguingly this massive monument was lost for eighty years, with no-one apparently remembering where it was. Rounding the day to warm your insides, visit to the charming Glenkinchie Distillery, one of few Lowland distilleries left in Scotland. Here you will learn about, and sample some of Glenkinchie's finest malts.
Enjoy one of Scotland's treasured lowlands and enjoy the beauty of Scotland's natural landscapes, while marveling at several of its most world-renown sites.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Entrance tickets to the Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey
- Private transportation throughout your tour
- A friendly, professional English speaking driver-guide
- Plenty of time to take photos of beautiful Scotland
What's Not Included
- Lunch, although your guide will recommend a delicious local restaurant in Stirling
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way
- Tickets to Glenkinchie Distillery whisky tour.
- Gratuities (optional)
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, United States
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Transport costs are included. Your guide will help you get around on the day
- You must be 18 years or older to consume alcohol
Know Before You Go
- Please bring comfortable walking shoes
- Please bring appropriate clothing for the weather
- Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible
FAQ
What is your cancellation policy?
On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?
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Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.,
Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?
In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
What is your cancellation policy?
On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Am I able to book more than one tour?
Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
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Basic Information
- Duration: 8 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 10
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