Rosslyn Chapel & the Scottish Borders
Departs daily from Edinburgh
(year round)
Nowhere in Scotland is more riddled with mystery than Rosslyn Chapel.
There’s the apprentice who was murdered by his master after carving the ornate Apprentice Pillar. There’s the connection to the Knights Templar and the Holy Grail. And there are even some who believe the chapel was built on a UFO landing site.
On this tour, you get a chance to explore the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel, admire the gorgeous Tweed Valley, and visit Melrose Abbey, the alleged burial site of Robert the Bruce’s heart.
So, join this day tour and indulge in the mystery, beauty, and history of Scotland.
DEPARTURE FROM EDINBURGH: Rabbie's Cafe, 6 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EG
The tour departs at 9:45 am and returns at approx. 4:30 pm same day.
Itinerary
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Rosslyn Chapel & the Scottish Borders from Edinburgh
Your tour takes you south to the beautiful Scott’s View, overlooking the Tweed Valley. You then get the opportunity to visit the nearby statue of the great Scottish patriot, William Wallace.
From here, you travel to Melrose where you can visit the ruined Melrose abbey, founded by the Cistercians in the 12th Century. The Cistercian monks had close connections with the Knights Templar, and legend tells that 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 make your way to the stunning 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, made world famous in Dan Brown’s book, ‘Da Vinci Code’. Here you have time to explore the chapel and find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the ‘Holy Grail’.
After your visit to Rosslyn Chapel, you return to Edinburgh.
Availability
| Room Type | Adult |
|---|---|
| Apr 1-May 31 | $89.00$89.00 |
| Jun 1-Sep 30 | $99.00$99.00 |
| Oct 1-Oct 31 | $89.00$89.00 |
Prices are per person in Canadian Dollars.
Exclusions: Lunch and refreshments. Entrance to Rosslyn Chapel, Entrance to Melrose Abbey,
CHILDREN: Under 5 years of age are not accepted. Please call for child rates for 5-11 years.
No departures on Nov 12, Dec 24, 25 & 26, Jan 1.
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation by top of the range Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience with a maximum of 16 passengers on tour. Air Conditioning as standard. Services of a professional local driver/guide.
