Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission

Jedburgh, GB
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Highlights

  • Visit ancient Roman sites along Hadrian's Wall
  • Drive through stunning scenery in Northumberland National Park
  • Learn about the fascinating history of Roman Britain and the Scottish Borders
  • Explore the remains of Birdoswald Roman Fort
  • Experience the isolation and wildness of the northern frontier

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)

Meeting point

Edinburgh EH1 3AY , United Kingdom

End point

End 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)

Meeting point

Edinburgh EH1 3AY , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Jedburgh Abbey

A beautiful market town that Mary Queen of Scots famously visited. Optional visit to the Abbey.

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
2

Carter Bar

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.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Steel Rigg

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.

Duration 45 minutes
4

Vindolanda

* 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).

Duration 90 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years.
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    Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. 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 a small bag for onboard personal items.
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    Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
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    This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
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    For your optional Jedburgh Abbey tickets you must reserve your time slot in advance. Please use the link printed on your voucher.
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    Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum admission. Tour will visit Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed.
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    Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Jedburgh Abbey is closed until further notice.
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    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.
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    * 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.
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What our experts say

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    Check in 15 minutes early at Bus Station
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    Consider lunch at local cafes in Jedburgh
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    Dress in layers for changing weather
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    Take a walk at Steel Rigg for views
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    Pre-book Jedburgh Abbey tickets if desired

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