Private Tour
Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & Da Vinci Code
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Join us on a half-day expedition through the Pentlands region, where the pages of history come alive at Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort nestled in the rugged landscape. Moving forward in time, our journey takes us to Penicuik House, a 17th-century mansion surrounded by picturesque gardens.
Our next stop leads us to the iconic Rosslyn Chapel, where history, mystery, and the allure of the Da Vinci Code converge. Dating back to the 15th century, this architectural gem is adorned with intricate carvings that have captured the imagination of visitors and scholars alike.
This half-day tour is a curated journey through the Pentlands, offering a blend of ancient wonders, regal grandeur, and the intrigue of a site forever linked to one of literature's most captivating mysteries.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Car booster seat required for children under 135cm
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Door to door pick up service
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water for passengers
Live commentary on board
Private transportation in luxury Mercedes mini van
Lunch
Tips/Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Castlelaw Hill Fort & Earth House
Explore the ancient mysteries of Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort nestled in the Pentlands, where the remnants of ancient ramparts echo tales of Scotland's prehistoric past and strategic significance.
Old Penicuik House - Penicuik Estate
Step into the regal ambiance of Penicuik House, a historic mansion with roots dating back to the 17th century, where lush gardens, ornate architecture, and tales of Scottish nobility converge in a splendid display of bygone grandeur.
Options
Basic Private Tour
Pickup included
Premium Private Tour
Entrance tickets included: Rosslyn Chapel entrance ticket
Pickup included
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic private tour
Julia S,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a terrific, private tour...comfortable car and fantastically knowledgeable tour guide....we saw a few sights along the way. The Rosslyn Chappel...back by 1...we were pressed for time on our trip and this tour git right in to our schedule. Rosslyn Chappel is beautiful
Rosslyn Chapel was...
Stephanie P,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Rosslyn Chapel was magnificent. Our tour guide Stuart was wonderful; he took extra steps to get us there to see the first talk. His enthusiasm for the history of the Chapel gave us insights we would have missed by visiting on our own. As we moved on to the next stops, Stuart made sure to drive us by other key parts of Edinburgh. It was like a traveling history lesson and more than we could have asked for! This tour with Stuart was amazing!!
Great tour! Our guide was...
Eileen M,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour! Our guide was fantastic. We made some stops on the way to chapel to see other sights in the area and learn about local & Scottish history.
Edinburgh and Rosslyn Chapel
JAMIE G,
Sep 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00Stuart did a wonderful job taking us to various places and explaining the history and other interesting information about the places we visited. He also made recommendations for other places to visit which made our visit to Edinburgh even better.
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