Overview
* Includes entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed).
Travel through 2,000 years of history as you visit ancient Roman sites such as Hadrian’s Wall, Dere Street, Birdoswald Fort, Steel Rigg and historic villages along the border of Scotland and England. You'll drive through stunning scenery in Northumberland National Park, the Irthing Valley and the Southern Uplands and learn about the Anglo-Scottish wars of the 14th–16th centuries.
Your professional guide will illuminate the fascinating history of Roman Britain and the Scottish Borders on this small-group (limited to 16 people) day tour from Edinburgh.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Entrance Fee: Vindolanda Roman Army Museum
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Gratuities
Admission fees (unless stated)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
(Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
• This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station (Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ)
• Minimum age is 5 years
Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
What to expect
-
Jedburgh Abbey
30 min
A beautiful market town that Mary Queen of Scots famously visited. Optional visit to the Abbey.
-
Carter Bar
10 min
Continuing south we make a stop at the scenic Carter Bar on the edge of the Cheviot Hills. This crossing point between Scotland and England runs close to the ancient Roman road and has formed the border between the two countries for the past 700 years.
-
Steel Rigg
45 min
Hadrian’s Wall - The wildest and most northerly frontier of the ancient Roman Empire.
We follow the road that takes us along the south side of the wall, stopping at Steel Rigg. You have time to walk beside the wall and experience the isolation that Roman foot soldiers would have experienced as they guarded their empire from the ‘barbarians’ to the north. -
Vindolanda
1 hour 30 min
* Entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed) included in the tour price.
Vindolanda is one of Europe's most important Roman archaeological sites. Vindolanda means white lawns or white fields. We know that the Roman name for the fort was Vindolanda because of an altar set up by the civilians at Vindolanda to the god Vulcan which was found during drainage works in 1914. The altar is on display in the museum. The name Vindolanda has also been discovered on some of the writing tablets. (closed in January).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission
Can I cancel Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure)
What's included?
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Entrance Fee: Vindolanda Roman Army Museum
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Admission fees (unless stated)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Jedburgh Abbey, Carter Bar, Steel Rigg, Vindolanda.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Rabbies Trail Burners
