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Hadrian's Wall and The Borders Tour from Edinburgh with Admission

4.8(676)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 676 reviews10 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Rabbies Trail Burners
Hadrian's Wall and The Borders Tour from Edinburgh with Admission

About this activity

* 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.

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)

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✕Lunch
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Admission fees (unless stated)

Meeting and pickup

  • 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)

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum admission. Tour will visit Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed.
  • 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 Vindolanda is closed yearly during the month of January and part of February. Instead, we take you to Housesteads Roman Fort during this period.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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