Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Borders Tour

From£65.07

8 hours

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About this activity

Join a guided tour from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey, exploring Scotland's rich history and stunning landscapes in a comfortable minibus.

Highlights

Explore the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel
Discover the historic Melrose Abbey
Enjoy scenic views of the Scottish Borders
Learn about Scottish history and legends
Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus

Full description

Delve into Scotland's rich history and breathtaking landscapes on this full-day guided tour from Edinburgh. Begin with a visit to the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel, renowned for its intricate architecture and mysterious carvings. Next, explore the historic Melrose Abbey, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Throughout the journey, enjoy scenic views of the Scottish Borders, with informative commentary from your knowledgeable guide. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable experience. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a must-do for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Included / Excluded

Guided tour of Rosslyn Chapel
Visit to Melrose Abbey
Transportation in a comfortable minibus

Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Important information

Know before you book

Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately
Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this tour
Please inform the operator of any mobility issues in advance

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring historic sites
Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and architecture
Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport

Good to know

Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Melrose Abbey is closed until further notice.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse.
Admission to Rosslyn Chapel included in the tour price.

Traveler reviews

4.7

711 reviews

573

Very nice

Great guide stephen was informative without being overbearing. Good balance between speaking and quiet time. Would have appreciated more detail within the chapel

Phil_CSep 19, 2026VIATOR

Into the wild

It’s a lot of traveling thru pasture lands. While the guide was quiet entaining but he did talk constantly. It became obvious we were wanting to see Rosslyn Chapel & could have spent more time there.

Peggy_HSep 15, 2026VIATOR

Great Tour with Russel

Terrific trip to see incredibly beautiful Rosslyn Chapel and gorgeous countryside. Comfortable bus, helpful staff, and great driver/guide Russel who told wonderful stories and made us laugh. Very professional but also friendly. Highly recommend!

Jeffrey_DSep 13, 2026VIATOR

Took this tour on our...

Took this tour on our honeymoon in Scotland and David was an amazing tour guide! He was so knowledgeable not just regarding the various sites on the tour but also about Scotland history in general. (People on our tour would often ask questions on the fly and we were astonished how quickly David could provide the answer!) Rosslyn Chapel was breath taking- the history, the architecture, and medieval mysteries! We mainly took this trip for Rosslyn Chapel ( because it was rumored to be a spot with buried Templar treasures) but we were pleasantly surprised how much we loved Melrose Abbey - such an incredible stop! The ruins are so beautiful and there is so much freedom to walk around and explore, see Robert the Bruce’s heart, and even climb to the top of a bell tower! We visited in September and although Rosslyn Chapel was a bit crowded, Melrose Abbey had very few visitors when we were there. It was like going back in time and discovering the old abbey ourselves. This was one of our favorite tours on our trip to Scotland. Again, our tour guide David was funny, knowledgeable, and an all around amazing tour guide! Cannot recommend David or this trip enough!

Jason_DSep 12, 2026VIATOR

Good tour

Rabbies provided a wonderful tour guide. Cameron was very knowledgeable and had good recommendations

Kirby_MSep 2, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years. Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items. Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Melrose Abbey is closed until further notice. In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers. *Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse. *Due to high level masonry inspections, unfortunately sections of Melrose Abbey may be closed during your visit.

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