Rosslyn Chapel, Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery Tour from Edinburgh
- Take the chanve to explore the intricate carvings and legends of Rosslyn Chapel, famously featured in "The Da Vinci Code"
- Discover the rich history of the Scottish Borders in the picturesque town of Melrose, the birthplace of Rugby Sevens
- Plan a visit to Melrose Abbey, founded in 660 and believed to be the resting place of Robert the Bruce's heart
- Journey through the scenic landscapes of the Scottish Borders, known for their hills, rivers, and moorlands
- Choose to visit the Glenkinchie Distillery and learn about the whisky-making process
- Opt to savor a tasting of Glenkinchie's finest malt whiskies to complete your Scottish adventure
Options
Join-in Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking professional driver/guide
Transport in a luxury modern air-conditioned coach
Digital guide available in French/German/Spanish/Portuguese/Italian/Russian/Chinese
Liability insurance provided by the operator
Exclusions
Admission to Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey, and Glenkenchie Distillery (Can be purchased on the day)
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 4+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 4-8 are not permitted to join the distillery tour
Children aged 4-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Only students with valid student IDs are eligible for the student price
Group size: 1-53 participant(s)
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Whisky at Glenkinchie Distillery can only be sold to participants aged 18+. Please bring a valid ID for proof of age
Raincoat or poncho
Cold packed lunch (Optional)
Sunscreen or hat for sunny days
Walking shoes
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Rosslyn Chapel, Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery Tour from Edinburgh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 08:30, meet up at Castle Terrace, outside the NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, UK. Check-in closes 5 minutes prior to the departure time.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Attraction/experience] 8 hour(s), Guided tour, Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey, Glenkinchie Distillery,.Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
- [Return] 16:30, at Castle Terrace, outside the NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, UK,
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Embark on a day tour from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose's historic town and Abbey, and Glenkinchie Distillery, one of the last Lowland distilleries.
Visit the renowned Rosslyn Chapel in Roslin, known as the "Library in Stone," adorned with thousands of intricate carvings and linked to Knights Templar legends, as featured in Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code."
Explore the scenic Scottish Borders, famous for landscapes and rugby, with a stop in Melrose. This historic town, the birthplace of Rugby Sevens, is home to Melrose Abbey, founded in 660 and believed to house Robert the Bruce's heart.
Conclude with an optional visit to Glenkinchie, one of the few remaining Lowland distilleries, for a guided whisky-making tour and tasting experience
Meet
Venues
- Castle Terrace Outside The NCP Car Park
