A note about Melrose Abbey: The abbey grounds, cloister and museum are open. Due to masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the abbey church.
Rosslyn Chapel, Scottish Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
TOUR DESCRIPTION

Our one day tour from Edinburgh takes you on a visit to the intriguing Rosslyn Chapel, lets you experience the pretty Border town of Melrose and explore its Abbey, and then visits Glenkinchie Distillery

Digital translations
Knowledgeable Driver-Guide
Luxury Modern air-conditioned coach
Entrance to attractions
Food and Drink
Important Information
Where is the departure point?

Your tour departs from outside the green Ensign Ewart pub, at 521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PE. Check-in opens 15 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. We recommend that all passengers arrive in this window as tours must depart on schedule.

Are the optional extras included?

No, optional extras are not included in the tour price.

The price of your one day tour from Edinburgh includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced Driver-Guide, and transportation on one of our luxury modern air-conditioned coaches.

All optional extras - attraction entrance fees, loch cruises, food and drinks, etc - are not included in the price of your tour. This is to allow our guests the freedom to choose which optional extras they would like to take part in on the day.

Optional extras for your tour (From April 2022) are as follows:

Rosslyn Chapel: £9.50 adults, £7.50 senior/student, children free
Melrose Abbey: £3.50 adults, £2.75 concession, £2 children (5-15)*
Glenkinchie Distillery: £14 adults
Whisky at Glenkinchie Distillery can only be sold to passengers over 18 years old. You might need to show valid ID as proof of age. Children under the age of 8 are not permitted to join the distillery tour.

We have negotiated a discounted rate for the above attractions which are visited whilst on tour.
Please note some attractions do not accept credit cards, entrance fees are payable in cash only.

*Melrose Abbey have currently reduced the admission price due to the abbey being closed for conservation works.

Do I need to pre-book the optional extras?

No, you don't need to worry about pre-booking any of the optional extras. All the optional extras can be booked on the day and your Driver-Guide will advise you of how to book. We negotiate discounted rates for you, ensuring you'll always get a great deal at Scotland's top visitor attractions. Please note that many visitor attractions and accommodation providers may not accept card payments, so please ensure you have plenty of cash with you on the day. If you have any questions about this please contact our Reservations Team on +44 (0)131 226 6066.

Is the tour in English?

Yes, all of our tours are in English. Your tour will be taken by an experienced, knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking Driver-Guide. You'll find a digital translation of your tour through a link on your confirmation email. Digital translations are available for this tour in the following languages: French German Spanish Portuguese Italian Russian Chinese (Mandarin)

What should I bring with me?

As we like to give you as much time off the coach as possible with the opportunity for walks, we recommend you bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun-block or a hat for sunny days. Don't forget your camera to capture all the lovely scenery and wildlife you'll encounter on your tour! Since we cannot allow hot food on our buses you could also bring a cold packed lunch with you to make the most of your time at each stop, this would be particularly time-saving in the busier months!

Can children travel on this tour?

We welcome children over 4 years old on our tours, and children aged between 4-16yrs are eligible for the concessionary rate. We regret we are not able to carry children under the age of 4.

How accessible are the locations?

Some of the locations may cause accessibility issues due to their geography and architecture. If you are a wheelchair user or have restricted mobility, we would recommend getting in touch with us for more information.

Can we have our own coach?

Of course. This tour is part of our exclusive tours collection; here we have the option of your own coach and your own Driver-Guide for yourself and your loved ones. The flat fee includes complimentary pick up and drop off in Edinburgh city centre. For more information and to book, please contact out Private Hire Team..

HIGHLIGHTS
MORE INFORMATION

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 of 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 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, birthplace of the game of Rugby Sevens and location of Melrose Abbey, founded in 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 is at one of the remaining distilleries in the Lowlands - Glenkinchie*. Learn about the history and processes involved in whisky making on a relaxed tour, before sampling some of the distillery's finest malts.

*optional extra

Tour Overview

  • Duration - 7hrs 45mins
  • Total Distance - 85 miles
  • Pick up - Outside the Green Ensign Ewart pub at 8:30am
  • Group size -  16 - 53
  • Availability -  All year round
  • Minimum age -  Travellers need to be at least 4 years-old
A note about Melrose Abbey: The abbey grounds, cloister and museum are open. Due to masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the abbey church.
Rosslyn Chapel, Scottish Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
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