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6 hours 45 minutes
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Uncover the myths and legends around the Da Vinci Code, the Knights Templar and the heart of Robert the Bruce. Your tour takes you south to the world famous Scott’s View, with stunning views over the Tweed Valley and the Eildon Hills. From here you travel to Melrose exploring the great Border Abbey of Melrose, burial place of Robert the Bruce’s heart. This is also your lunch stop.
From here you will make your way to the stunning 15th Century Rosslyn Chapel, immortalised in Dan Brown’s “Da Vinci Code” where you can find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the “Holy Grail”.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years.
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Melrose Abbey is closed until further notice.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
*Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse.
*Due to high level masonry inspections, unfortunately sections of Melrose Abbey may be closed during your visit.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Small group tour (16 people max)
Professional driver/guide
Transport by 16-seat Mercedes luxury mini-coach
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees (Melrose Abbey, Rosslyn Chapel)
Rosslyn Chapel
A beautiful 15th century chapel, full of impressive architecture, stone carvings, and many mysterious tales. *Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse.
Melrose Abbey
A beautiful and ruined Gothic abbey that may hold the embalmed heart of Robert the Bruce. *Please note that due to high level masonry inspections, unfortunately sections of Melrose Abbey may be closed during your visit. The sections which are closed do vary. We apologise for the inconvenience.
1-day tour of Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders
656 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Timothy M,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
Lizzie was awesome! She was well spoken and told a great story. We really enjoyed her. The biggest issue we had was that there was not enough time at Roslyn Chapel. We only had an hour and a half and that was not near enough time. We would rather have had less time in Melrose.
Carla W,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
Beautiful locations! Our guide Duncan was great, it was like being in a history class. Duncan had so many stories, we really enjoyed it. The scenery was also amazing. This was a wonderful tour and we really enjoyed stopping at all of the small towns.
Nancy H,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
Great tour of Rosslyn Chapel and Borders. Our guide was full 9f good info and stories. We had a fun day 27th August ! Please thank our guide..when I type his name with y not i , goggle kicks me out .....anyway. Thanks again
Tina T,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
We had a great trip and saw some lovely Scottish countryside. So much easier to just sit back and let someone else drive. Bryan was a very knowledgeable and personable host.
Deb S,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
It’s mostly riding. Not a tour with a lot of activity but the scenery and Kim’s knowledge of basically everything was outstanding. Rosslyn Chapel is Awesome but with no photography allowed, other than the outside, it’s rather hard to share the experience with others
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