3-day Private Tour: Edinburgh & the Borders

3 days
Multi-Day
About this activity
Itinerary

Day 1: Edinburgh City Tour

Stop At: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland
We begin with a full-day Edinburgh city tour with its most iconic places including fascinating Edinburgh Castle.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Edinburgh Old Town, Old town, Edinburgh EH1 Scotland
We walk down the Royal Mile to take in all the sights of the capital's Old Town and visit colourful Grassmarket.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Calton Hill, St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, Edinburgh EH1 3DG Scotland
We walk up Calton Hill, the best spot to admire the city from up high.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: New Town, Edinburgh Scotland
Next it's time for New Town and its stylish streets full of shops and cafés.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Rosslyn Chapel & the Borders

Stop At: 1 Chapel Loan Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Roslin EH25 9PT Scotland
Our first stop outside the city is the unique Rosslyn Chapel, which starred in the Da Vinci Code movie.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Melrose Abbey, Abbey House Abbey Street, Melrose TD6 9LG Scotland
We set south to visit the first of the famous Borders abbeys in Melrose and charming garden of Priorwood.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Scott's View, St. Boswells TD6 0AP Scotland
A quick stop to admire the romantic Borders landscape and learn about the most famous Scottish writer.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kelso Abbey, Kelso Scotland
A visit in Kelso gives us a chance to discover the historic town and its abbey.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Floors Castle & Gardens, Roxburghe Estates, Kelso TD5 7SF Scotland
We take time to explore magnificent Floors Castle and its beautiful gardens.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Borders towns and nature

Stop At: Jedburgh Abbey Visitor Centre Abbey Bridge End, Jedburgh TD8 6JQ Scotland
To start the day we tour the town of Jedburgh, known for its abbey and links with Mary, Queen of Scots.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Borders Textile Towerhouse, 1 Tower Knowe, Hawick TD9 9EN Scotland
A short stop in Hawick, before we head west to the natural beauty of St Mary’s Loch, where we enjoy a pleasant walk.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Traquair House & Brewery, Hwy. A72, Innerleithen EH44 6PW Scotland
We finally arrive at the amazing Traquair House - Scotland’s oldest inhabited house, with its own brewery and picturesque gardens.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • Entry/Admission - Edinburgh Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Rosslyn Chapel
  • Entry/Admission - Melrose Abbey
  • Entry/Admission - Floors Castle & Gardens
  • Entry/Admission - Traquair House & Brewery
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100% Cultural
70% Aquatic
25%