Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Borders Day Tour dep Edinburgh (RT)
Uncover the myths and legends around the Da Vinci Code and the Knights Templar at Rosslyn Chapel and the burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart at Melrose Abbey, in the heart of the Scottish Borders. This Minicoach Tour departs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday all year, departure guaranteed.
Scott’s View ~ Original Wallace Monument ~ Melrose Abbey ~ Tweed Valley ~ Eildon Hills ~ Rosslyn Chapel ~ Scenes from the Da Vinci Code
Departing at 09.30 your tour takes you south to the world famous Scott’s View, with stunning views over the Tweed Valley and the Eildon Hills. You will also get the opportunity to visit the original Wallace Monument.
From here you travel to Melrose with the opportunity to explore its great Border Abbey, founded by the Cistercians in the 12th Century. The Cistercian monks had very close connections with the Knights Templar and Melrose Abbey is the 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'.
From here you return to Edinburgh at approx 16.15.
Inclusions
Transportation by top of the range Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience with a maximum of 16 passengers on tour.
We believe a small group tour with a maximum of 16 passengers really does make a big difference to your trip. It allows us to give you a more personal service and remain the only 5 Star operator to offer this personal guarantee. Touring with a maximum of 16 passengers you get more for your money, more personal attention, more time with the locals, more time off the bus, more time on the back-roads and just more of an authentic, friendly experience. The smaller groups allow you to meet people from all over the world and make friends for life.
Forced air ventilation as standard.
Services of a professional driver/guide
Exclusions
Lunch and refreshments.
Entrance to Rosslyn Chapel.
The Little Details
- Minimum Age: Age 5+
- Min Age: 5 years
- Tour Vehicle Type: Mini Coach
- Months of Operation: All Year
- Duration of Tour: Full Day
- Departure Point: Edinburgh
- Departure Point: Rabbies Cafe, 6 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh EH1 3EG
- Departure Time: 09:30 Please check in 15 minutes earlier.
- Expected return Time: 16:15 approx
- Duration of Tour: Full Day
Rates & Dates
Adult Prices: £31 - £37
Discount Prices: £28 - £34
Discount Price is available for Students, Seniors over 60 and Children between 5 and 16. The actual price of the tour will be displayed during the booking process.
The tour runs every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the year, guaranteed.
Booking Notes
Important Information
Because we believe in time off the bus and give you opportunities to take nature walks we recommend you bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour. Scotland can be a wet place!!
Click on the 'Book Now' button to check availability and process your booking. Payment will be required during the booking process, and you will be emailed your confirmation.
Some Places We Will Visit
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Melrose
Visitor guide to Melrose in Scottish Borders includes what to see and do; and details on walks around Melrose, info on Abbeys, castles and even legends of Melrose. Also included are hotels andAccommodation in Melrose.
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