Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Day Tour

Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Day Tour

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Take a trip into Scotland's remarkable past on this full-day tour from Edinburgh. Discover the legends of the Holy Grail at Rosslyn Chapel. Cross the ancient Scotland/England border at Carter Bar, and visit the edge of the Roman Empire at Hadrian’s Wall.

Highlights

Pay a visit to mysterious Rosslyn Chapel
Learn about the myths and legends surrounding the Holy Grail
Cross the ancient Scotland/England border at Carter Bar
Visit the beautiful border village of Melrose
See the northern limit of the Roman Empire at Hadrian’s Wall

Description

Visit intriguing Rosslyn Chapel, explore the town of Melrose, journey to the Scottish Borders, and see Hadrian’s Wall on this full-day tour from Edinburgh. Rosslyn Chapel has always been mysterious, and has achieved worldwide fame since the publication of The Da Vinci Code. This beautiful and highly ornate 15th-century chapel has long been the subject of speculation about its origins and the meanings of its famous stone carvings. Visit the charming town of Melrose for lunch, then cross the ancient Scotland/England border at Carter Bar. Follow in the footsteps of feuding clans and families, known as Border Reivers, who fought a series of violent raids here until the end of the 16th century. Then visit one of the world's most important Roman monuments: Hadrian’s Wall. Travel to Housesteads Fort (National Trust) in Northumberland National Park, the best preserved Roman fort along Hadrian’s Wall. Enjoy a free nature walk along one of the most dramatic and photographed stretches of the wall. Upon returning to Edinburgh, stop in the Border market town of Jedburgh to stretch your legs and take photos of the famous abbey.