Hadrian's Wall & The Borders

10 hours

Departing From Edinburgh

Follow in the footsteps of the Romans while taking in the bonnie scenery of the Scottish Borders

Travelling south from Edinburgh you will follow Dere Street, an old Roman road which was once the main trade supply route from the ports in the south of England up to modern day Scotland.

First stop on this tour is Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders, a historic burgh dominated by a magnificent 12th century Augustinian Abbey. You will have plenty time to view this magnificent Abbey and grab a coffee.

Heading south we make a stop at the scenic Carter Bar. A perfect photo opportunity with the Cheviot Hills as a back drop,  the tall stone pillars and national flags marking the crossing point between Scotland and England.

We get our first glimpse of Hadrian's Wall as we travel along it's south side before stopping at the beautiful Steel Rigg. You have time to follow the wall as it snakes up and along the crags, with the lake of Crag Lough in the distance.

Included in the tour is a visit to the archaeological site of Vindolanda. Exploring this site provides an insight to the lives of those who built and lived at this Roman fort. Years of excavation have uncovered many well preserved items from the era. The visitor centre and onsite café, this attraction caters for all.

Back aboard, we travel north and back through the Scottish Borders to Edinburgh. A quick stop will provided for refreshments and comfort break.


What's included?
    • Scenic tour through the Scottish Borders
    • Stop at Hadrian's Wall
    • Includes Entrance to Vindolanda Roman Fort
    • Transport on an air conditioned mini-coach / coach
    • Services of an English-speaking driver guide
    • Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
    Exclusions
      • Food and drink
      • On board restrooms
      • Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-offs
      Please note
        • This tour operates in all weather conditions, please wear comfortable clothing & footwear and bring some waterproof clothing in case of adverse weather conditions
        • The tour involves cross-country driving and a large portion of the trip is spent on the bus, taking in the views of the Scottish Borders with some live commentary
        • There are places to buy food on the day, but bringing some snacks or a cold packed lunch is advisable
        What to bring
          • Comfortable footwear and clothing
          • Waterproof clothing
          • Cold packed lunch / snacks
          • We advise max 10kg hand luggage per person onboard our coaches. This ensures customer safety and comfort.
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