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Scottish Border Private Day Guided Tour

1 Review 3.00 out of 5 stars Based on 1 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Edinburgh, Scotland
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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our aim to provide a great service for the customer professionally. This tour takes us to Rosslyn Chapel viewing the stunning historical architecture of this medieval Chapel. We will then make our way to the border town of Galashiels then onto the market town of Melrose including the stunning Melrose Abbey another one of Scotland’s hidden historical landmark. Also we will visit Sir Walter Scott house and the scenic Scott view. We provide a first class service on every journey with full of excitement & memorable adventure, also you can make your own tour location and flexible time all over the day.
Tour will be our traditional black taxi within full Air-Conditioned & heating vehicle, Vehicle are fully insured and have full public liability insurance. All tours are priced per vehicle which can hold up to 6 passengers. Also provide any pick up or drop off in Edinburgh based location.

What's Included

  • Bottled Water & Soft Drinks
  • Transport by MPV 7 seater or SUV 5 seater provided
  • Hotel/Cruise Port/Airport Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Gratuities
  • Optional Entrances
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Any Edinburgh Train/Bus Station, Port, Hotel, Guest House, Apartment Hotel and Air B & B.Cruise Port Passengers Note: How do you know how to find the guide?Ans:The tour guide hold a board with your name.Please send us your pick up address with post code & we will pick you up. Thank you

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Craigmillar Castle

Craigmillar is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Scotland. Craigmillar Castle is best known for its association with Mary, Queen of Scots.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rosslyn Chapel

Rosslyn Chapel located in the village of Roslin, Midlothian, Scotland. It was founded on a small hill above Roslin Glen as a Catholic collegiate church in the mid-15th century. Roslin Chapel, made famous by Ron Howard's adaptation of Dan Brown's ''The Da Vinchi Code'' famous movie.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Melrose Abbey

The abbey was built in the Gothic manner and in the form of a St. John's Cross. The abbey is known for its many carved decorative details, including likenesses of saints, dragons, gargoyles and plants. On one of the abbey's stairways is an inscription by John Morow, a master mason.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Scott's View

Scott's View is a viewpoint in the Scottish Borders, overlooking the valley of the River Tweed, which is reputed to be one of the favourite views of Sir Walter Scott.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Abbotsford

Abbotsford is a historic country house in the Scottish Borders, near Galashiels, on the south bank of the River Tweed. Now open to the public, it was built as the residence of historical novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott between 1817 and 1825.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Dryburgh Abbey

Through the trees stand the beautiful remains of Dryburgh Abbey, idyllically situated in a loop of the River Tweed. The abbey was originally home to a peaceful religious community, but attacks from English armies left it in severe decline by the 1550s.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Customize the tour itinerary to suit your preferences, if you wish
  • The tour guide will be wait 15 minutes at the pickup location for the private tour guest. If the guest does not arrive, it will be considered a NO SHOW.
  • Pushchair accessible

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Scottish Border Private Day Guided Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled Water & Soft Drinks
  • Transport by MPV 7 seater or SUV 5 seater provided
  • Hotel/Cruise Port/Airport Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Private Tour-Just you & your professional local tour guide. Photo opportunities & short
  • Gratuities
  • Optional Entrances

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Customize the tour itinerary to suit your preferences, if you wish
  • The tour guide will be wait 15 minutes at the pickup location for the private tour guest. If the guest does not arrive, it will be considered a NO SHOW.
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Most Travellers can participate
  • Guides are not allowed to give guided tours on the inside of historic buildings
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • If the cruise ship unable to dock due to weather conditions, we will be able to give a partial refund.
  • Transport by Private London Black Cab on Request

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