--- title: Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 77 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.71 reviews: 713 duration_minutes: 405 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 80 of 90 (Day Trips from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/rosslyn-chapel-and-scottish-borders-small-group-day-tour-from-edinburgh/ --- # Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Rosslyn Chapel and the Tweed Valley anchor this Scottish Borders outing in a small shared group of up to sixteen. Minicoach travel and chapel admission are included; Melrose Abbey is listed as closed until further notice. 4.71 from 713 reviews at €77 per person for 6h 45m. ## Overview Nowhere in Scotland is more riddled with mystery than Rosslyn Chapel. There’s the connection to the Knights Templar and the Holy Grail. Some even believe the chapel was built on a UFO landing site. And let's not forget this striking chapel was used in the Da Vinci Code movie. Explore the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel, admire the gorgeous Tweed Valley, and visit Melrose Abbey, the alleged resting place of the heart of Scottish king Robert the Bruce. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Food and drinks, unless specified - Children from €56: ages 5 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €77 per person - Duration: 6h 45m - Rating: 4.71/5 from 713 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 93% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Rabbies Trail Burners ## What's included - Small group tour (16 people max) - Professional driver/guide - Admission to Rosslyn Chapel included. Free entry for children escorted by an adult. - Transport by 16-seat Mercedes luxury mini-coach ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop off - Food and drinks, unless specified - Entrance fees (Melrose Abbey) ## Itinerary 1. **Rosslyn Chapel** (1h 30m; admission included) - A beautiful 15th century chapel, full of impressive architecture, stone carvings, and many mysterious tales. *Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse. 2. **Melrose Abbey** (1h 30m) - A beautiful and ruined Gothic abbey that may hold the embalmed heart of Robert the Bruce. *Please note that due to high level masonry inspections, unfortunately sections of Melrose Abbey may be closed during your visit. The sections which are closed do vary. We apologise for... 3. **William Wallace Statue** (20m) - This 200 year old eccentric statue of William Wallace proudly watches over the landscape. 4. **Scott's View** (20m) - Take in this splendid view of the Scottish borders, which was once Sir Walter Scott’s favourite. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00 - 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 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) Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJeZKmDI7Hh0gRRgOrTbwvruk ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure - This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. - We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding. - Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items. - Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Melrose Abbey is closed until further notice. - 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. - Please note that if your tour departs on a Sunday, this itinerary will work in reverse. - Admission to Rosslyn Chapel included in the tour price. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #80 of 90** | €77 | 6h 45m | 4.71 (713) | shared | | [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-glenfinnan-viaduct-glencoe-fort-william/?format=md) | €54 | 12h | 4.93 (6417) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-loch-ness-glencoe-and-the-highlands/?format=md) | €54 | 12h 30m | 4.92 (6699) | shared | Ranked #80 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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