Explore the surrounding areas of the Scottish capital with this Rosslyn Chapel and the Borders Day Trip from Edinburgh. You'll visit the mysterious Rosslyn Chapel and the pretty border town of Melrose as well as its Abbey. We'll top it all off with a visit to a malt whisky distillery, where the experience concludes with a whisky tasting.
Rosslyn Chapel and the Borders Day Trip
From our starting point by Edinburgh Castle, we head out of the city to the village of Roslin, making our first stop at Rosslyn Chapel.
Described as the "Library in Stone", the inside walls of Rosslyn Chapel are covered in thousands of ancient carvings, each with a story of its own. You can also learn about the myths and legends surrounding the chapel, including tales of the Knights Templar. Rosslyn Chapel's worldwide fame increased thanks to "The Da Vinci Code", Dan Brown's blockbusting novel.
Leaving Rosslyn, we'll continue into the heart of the Scottish Borders, an area rich in hills, valleys, rivers, and moorland, as well as being the traditional home to Scottish rugby. We travel to the historic town of Melrose, the birthplace of the game of Rugby Sevens, and the location of Melrose Abbey, founded in the year 660, said to be the burial place of the casket containing the heart of Robert the Bruce. Here we stop for lunch and have free time to explore Melrose and its Abbey.
On our return journey, we travel through the borders and enjoy some lovely scenic views. Our final stop will be at one of the remaining distilleries in the LowlandsGlenkinchie. Learn about the history and processes involved in whisky making on a relaxed tour, before sampling some of the distillery's finest malts.
Important Information
- Entry to the interior of Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey, as well as the distillery tour, are optional extras, not included in the price of the tour.
- Please note that whisky at the distillery will only be sold to passengers over 18 years old. Children under the age of 8 are not allowed to join the distillery tour.
