--- title: Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.74 reviews: 186 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 23 of 26 (Whisky Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-rosslyn-chapel-the-borders-glenkinchie-distillery/ --- # Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery **Guidekin's take:** Head into the Scottish Lowlands for stops at Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose, with commentary along the route. Air-conditioned transport and a driver-guide are included; attraction tickets and food cost extra, and children must be at least four. 4.74 from 186 reviews at €55 per person for 8h. ## Overview Join this captivating 1-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the history, legends and scenic landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands. This tour explores Scotland's past with stops at the legendary Rosslyn Chapel, the charming town of Melrose, and the historic Glenkinchie Distillery, the lowland home of Johnnie Walker. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle… - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €52: ages 4 to 16 ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.74/5 from 186 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 95% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Timberbush Tours ## What's included - Air-conditioned vehicle - Live commentary on board - Knowledgeable driver-guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Attraction Tickets - Gratuities - Restroom on board - WiFi on board ## Itinerary 1. **Rosslyn Chapel** (1h 30m) - From our starting point by Edinburgh Castle, we head out of the city to the village of Roslin, making our first stop at Rosslyn Chapel. Described as the "Library in Stone", the inside walls of Rosslyn Chapel are covered in thousands of ancient carvings, each with a story of... 2. **Melrose Abbey** (1h 30m) - We travel to the historic town of Melrose, birthplace of the game of Rugby Sevens and location of Melrose Abbey, founded in 660, said to be the burial place of the casket containing the heart of Robert the Bruce. Here we stop for lunch and have free time to explore Melrose... 3. **Glenkinchie Distillery** (1h) - As we make our way back to Edinburgh, we'll take in the stunning scenery of the Borders before arriving at our final stop: Glenkinchie Distillery, one of the last remaining distilleries in the Lowlands and the Lowland home of Johnnie Walker. Here, you'll embark on a relaxed... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ9bZ-iprHh0gR7dBw_WOL7kY ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age is 4 years old. - Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. - Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund. - Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request. - Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time. - Whisky at Glenkinchie Distillery can only be sold to passengers over 18 years old. You might need to show valid ID as proof of age. - Children under the age of 8 are not permitted to join the distillery tour. - Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW. ## Compared with other Whisky Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 26** | €55 | 8h | 4.74 (186) | shared | | [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared | | [Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge](/uk/edinburgh/tours/scotch-whisky-tasting-stories-bespoke-whisky-lounge/?format=md) | €21 | 2h | 4.94 (1008) | shared | | [4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/4-day-islay-whisky-tour-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | €1302 | 4 days | 4.98 (172) | shared | Ranked #23 of 26 in Whisky Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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