Da Vinci Code and Scottish Borders from Edinburgh |
Duration: 6 hours Commences: Edinburgh, Scotland Introduction: Rosslyn Chapel, Scotland Departing Edinburgh you will head 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 with the opportunity to explore its great Border Abbey, founded by the Cistercians in the 12th Century. The Cistercian monks had very close connections with the Knights Templar and Melrose Abbey is the burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart, brought back from the crusades in Moorish Spain. Following lunch in Melrose you will travel north to the haunting graveyard of Temple, named after the Knights Templar. After a brief stop here you will make your way to the stunning 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, immortalized in Dan Brown's "Da Vinci Code". Here you can find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the legendary "Holy Grail" before returning to Edinburgh in the afternoon. You will receive a discount card, offering fantastic savings on top Edinburgh and Scotland Visitor Attractions, restaurants, pubs and shopping. Schedule Details Melrose Abbey, Scotland Dates: Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Unavailable Dates: January 01 and 02 (New Year) December 25 (Christmas Day) December 26 (Boxing Day) Location: 207 High St, Edinburgh. Please click on the "view map" button to view the departure point and tour map. Time: 10:00am Hotel Pickup: Hotel pick ups are not available, however please specify the name of your hotel and contact telephone number during your stay in Edinburgh. Return Details: Tour concludes at original point of departure at 4:00pm Additional Inclusions: Professional driver / guide Discount Card offering discounts off local restaurants, shopping and attractions Modern Mercedes minvan with forced air ventilation for a more personal service Exclusions: Optional gratuities Hotel pick up and drop off Food and drinks, unless specified Entrance fees (discount card offers reductions) Additional Info: This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date. Confirmation for this product will be received at the time of booking unless booking within 7 days of travel, in which case confirmation will be received within 24 hours, subject to availability. Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated. There are opportunities to take nature walks, it is recommended to bring suitable clothing and footwear. Scotland can be a wet place! The Scottish Highlands and Islands are Europe's last great wilderness! This personalized tour is as close as you can get to touring in your own car, with the added benefit of gaining intimate knowledge of Scotland. Traveling in a small group means you can take lots of stops and reach "out of the way" places, giving you more time off the bus to discover the real Scotland. The First Edinburgh tour operator to be awarded 5 star status by the Scottish Tourist Board There is a maximum of 16 passengers on this tour. Caring for the Environment: The tour operator aims to leave the legacy of Scotland's beautiful landscape for future generations to enjoy. The tour is as close as you can get to touring in your own car, but with the added benefit of reducing your carbon footprint by 75% (based on 2 persons travelling the same distance in their own car). The operator's commitment to environmental excellence has been recognised with 2 top Gold awards from the Green Tourism scheme and Keep Edinburgh Clean awards. Pricing Policy: Child prices are applicable for children aged 5 - 16 years This tour is not suitable for children aged 4 years and under Travel Voucher For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher which is presented at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed. |
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