Scottish Boarders Day Tour

Departing from Edinburgh, this full-day tour takes you south into the rolling hills and rich heritage of the Scottish Borders. Visit the majestic ruins of Melrose Abbey, final resting place of Robert the Bruce's heart, and explore the romantic Dryburgh Abbey, nestled beside the River Tweed.

Stop in the charming town of Jedburgh to see its historic abbey and learn about its turbulent border past. Enjoy scenic drives through valleys and villages once shaped by reivers, poets, and kings. Along the way, your guide shares tales of medieval rivalries, literary legends, and the unique culture of this often-overlooked region.

With peaceful landscapes, powerful stories, and architectural wonders, this tour offers a soulful escape into Scotland's southern soul.

Inclusions

• Luxury coach transport

• optional Entry to Melrose Abbey, Dryburgh Abbey & Abbotsford House

• Expert guide with historical and literary insights

• Scenic stops and photo opportunities

• lunch stop in Kelso

🗺️ Itinerary

1. Depart Edinburgh (8:30 AM)

Begin your journey south through rolling hills and historic villages, as your guide introduces the turbulent history of the Borders region.

2. Melrose Abbey (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM)

Explore the romantic ruins of this 12th-century abbey, final resting place of Robert the Bruce's heart. Admire its Gothic architecture and intricate stone carvings.

3. Abbotsford House (11:15 AM – 12:30 PM)

Visit the home of Sir Walter Scott, Scotland's great novelist and poet. Tour the house, gardens, and library that inspired generations of storytellers.

4. Lunch in Kelso (12:45 PM – 1:45 PM)

Enjoy lunch in the charming market town of Kelso. Choose from cozy cafés or traditional pubs near the town square and Kelso Abbey ruins.

5. Dryburgh Abbey (2:00 PM – 2:45 PM)

Wander the peaceful grounds of this riverside abbey, where Sir Walter Scott is buried. A tranquil contrast to Melrose, steeped in reflection and beauty.

6. Scott's View (3:00 PM – 3:30 PM)

Pause at this scenic overlook, said to be Sir Walter Scott's favourite view. Gaze across the Tweed Valley and Eildon Hills—pure Borders poetry.

7. Return to Edinburgh (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM)

Enjoy a relaxed drive back with stories of reivers, monks, and poets echoing through the hills.