Shared Tour: Rosslyn Chapel & the Scottish Borders
Your tour takes you south to the world famous Scott's View, with stunning views over the Tweed Valley and the Eildon Hills. From here you travel to Melrose with the opportunity to explore its great Border Abbey, founded by the Cistercians in the 12th Century, and burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart, brought back from the crusades in Moorish Spain. Following lunch in Melrose you will make your way to the stunning 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, immortalised in Dan Brown's “Da Vinci Code” and you can find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the "Holy Grail”.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 6 hours 45 minutes
Meeting / Ending Point:
Inside Edinburgh Bus station, Gate J and K, St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh
Departure:
10:00 am daily year round
Not Included:
Transportation to/from hotel, meals, beverages, entrance fees, gratuities
Included:
Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach, Air conditioning as standard, The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Additional Information:
From Monday to Saturday, Rosslyn Chapel visits are in the morning while on Sundays visits to the Rosslyn Chapel are in the afternoon.
Please dress for the weather since a lot of time is spent outdoors.
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted on tours.
Tour does not operate January 1 and December 24, 25, 26.
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