Hadrian's Wall & Scottish Borders Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Roman fortifications
- Visit picturesque Scottish villages
- Learn about Roman Britain history
- Enjoy scenic countryside views
- Discover medieval castles and ruins
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Admission to Hadrian's Wall sites
- Guided tour of Scottish Borders
- Transportation from Edinburgh
- Meals and personal expenses
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; proficiency is recommended
- Children under 5 years old can join for free if seated on a parent's lap
- Pets are not allowed on the tour
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring historical sites
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and architecture
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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.
Traveler reviews
Fun with Fitz
Excellent tour. Guide Fitz was wonderful. Very informative and humorous.
Rome’s Northern Frontier
We had plenty of time at each stop- not a drive by tour. The driver/ guide was informative and had a gentle sense of humor.
Go back in time
Such an experience!! This place is so very interesting & everything you learn is unexpected. I love that it is a Working archeology site.
An unforgettable journey through Roman history!
This tour was absolutely incredible from start to finish. While getting to see Hadrian’s wall in person was so cool, the absolute highlight of the trip was visiting Vindolanda and getting to watch a live archaeological dig in action! We were able to fully appreciate the beautiful landscapes of Scotland and Northern England without ever feeling rushed. The pacing was perfect, leaving us plenty of time to explore, eat, and take everything in at each location. I cannot say enough great things about our driver and guide Jack R. He is an exceptional storyteller and incredibly knowledgeable about both Roman and Scottish history. It is so obvious that he truly loves his job, and his enthusiasm made the history come alive. I highly recommend this tour- and if you can, definitely try to book it with Jack.
Great tour with Bryan
Bryan was tremendous! Guiding us throughout and informative (and humorous) facts about sights, giving advance notice so we did not miss anything. Will be looking out to book with Bryan again in the future.