Hadrian’s Wall & the Scottish Borders

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1-888-597-3519

905-639-9954

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1 Day
Availability : Year Round - Daily
Start: Edinburgh, Scotland
End: Edinburgh, Scotland

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book. 

Explore the incredible Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders on this day tour from Edinburgh.

The Romans came, they saw, but they couldn’t quite conquer.

After centuries of raiding, plundering, and fighting the ancient north of Britannia, they decided to build a wall.

But this isn’t just any wall, it’s an astounding achievement. It showcases the might of the ancient Roman Empire and illustrates how the Romans interacted with tribal Britain.

This tour takes you to the most interesting parts of this grand partition and lets you learn about Rome’s influence on Britain, while also giving you a chance to explore the gentle rolling hills of the borders and visit an ancient abbey.

It’s perfect for anyone fascinated by the collision of cultures and quintessential British landscapes.

11 HOURS / MODERATE WALKING / GUIDED /  SMALL COACH

Tour Details
Highlights:

The Borders – The gentle valleys and rolling hills are a pleasure to explore.

Jedburgh – A beautiful market town that Mary Queen of Scots famously visited.

Steel Rigg – Go for a lovely walk alongside the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hadrian’s Wall – The wildest and most northerly frontier of the ancient Roman Empire.

Pick Up Location & TIme

Edinburgh:Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Google Map)
Check-in closes at 8:00am (tour departs at 8:15am

Drop off Location & Time

Edinburgh:Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Google Map)
Approx. 7:00pm

Price Includes

  • Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Air conditioning as standard
  • The stories and services of an English speaking driver-guide
  • Entrance to Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum (Housesteads Roman Fort when Vindolanda closed)

Meals

  • 0 breakfast
  • 0 lunches
  • 0 dinners
  • 0 teas

Price Excludes

  • Entry fees to visitor attractions
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Pre / Post hotel nights
  • Driver / Tour Leader gratuity is at your discretion
  • Travel Insurance
What to Expect

This day tour comes with a driver-guide who knows the stories, sights, and secrets of the areas you travel through; every itinerary is tested by travel-loving locals; and you get the chance to support the communities you visit.

  • Travel in a small group
  • Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • The stories and services of an English-speaking driver guide
  • Time off the bus to explore
Itinerary

Edinburgh

You travel on old Roman Dere Street, which linked the supply ports of the south of England up to modern day Scotland.

Jesburgh

Your first stop on this tour is the border town of Jedburgh, a historic burgh dominated by a magnificent 12th century Augustinian Abbey.

On arrival in Jedburgh, you may have time to take a short walk through the narrow streets and visit this impressive ruin.

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.

Hadrian's Wall

The tour continues through the magnificent forests of Northumberland National Park before turning west towards Hadrian’s Wall.

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.

You continue your journey along the wall where your guide will recommend the best of the sites to visit.

Next up is an optional activity but one we think you’ll love. Exploring the archaeoligical site of Vindolanda* allows you to step into the lives of those who lived at this Roman auxiliary fort. After years of excavation, many incredible things have been found, from shoes to jewelry, bones to pottery. 

*The Vindolanda visit is optional.

 

Edinburgh

You have time to explore sections of the wall or the remains of the Roman settlements before you turn north and travel back to Edinburgh through the Galloway hills.

Dates and Prices
Departure Dates and Days Adult (pp)
2024: June to September –  Daily $160
2024: October –  Daily $150
2024: November to December –  Daily (Except December 24, 25, 26 & 31) $140
2025: January to March – Daily (Except January 1) $140
2025:  April to May –  Daily $160
2025: June to September –  Daily $180
2025: October –  Daily $160
2025: November to December –  Daily (Except December 24, 25, 26 & 31) $150
2026: January to March – Daily (Except January 1) $150

Ask us about family rates (2 adults and 2 children minimum).

Pricing

Pricing is per person (pp).
Rates are in $ CAD.


Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca  to book.

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