Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and travel to the amazing and mysterious 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, across the historic Scotland/England border and south to Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site celebrating the power – and northern limit – of the Roman Empire. Other highlights on this tour include the mighty Abbeys of Melrose and Jedburgh as you journey at a relaxed pace through the beautiful Borderlands.

1. 1

   Rosslyn Chapel

   1.3 hours

   Our first stop is Rosslyn Chapel. Scotland’s ‘best-kept secret’ has now achieved worldwide fame since the publication of ‘The Da Vinci Code’. An architectural gem, its superb stone carvings are still not fully understood. Further mystery surrounds the chapel and its association with the Knights Templar and Freemasonry. Many visitors leave with their own theory but all are amazed. The short walk through the glen to ancient Roslin Castle is also fascinating.

2. 2

   Melrose Abbey

   1 hour

   Enjoy lunch in the charming town of Melrose. The stunning ruined Abbey is the final resting place of King Robert the Bruce’s heart.

3. 3

   Carter Bar

   10 min

   Cross the ancient Scotland/England border at Carter Bar, a wonderful viewpoint in the Cheviot Hills.

4. 4

   Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall

   1.5 hours

   Hadrian’s Wall is the best-known frontier of the Roman Empire and a magnificent reminder of one of the world’s greatest civilisations. Built almost 2000 years ago to contain the fierce Picts in Caledonia it stretches for 73 miles and was designated a World Heritage Site in 1987. You stop at Housesteads Fort in Northumberland National Park, the best preserved Roman fort along Hadrian’s Wall. Here you’ll enjoy a nature walk along one of the most dramatic and photographed stretches of the wall.

5. 5

   Jedburgh Abbey

   15 min

   On route back to Edinburgh, you will stop in the Border market town of Jedburgh to stretch your legs and for photos of the famous Abbey.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Very small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers
• Minimum age is 5 years old
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

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