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About this trip
On this 11 day tour we’ll explore the unrivaled, relaxed beauty of the Borders. Traveling from East to West through this lesser explored region of Scotland you’ll experience everything you’d expect from an adventure across this bountiful country, and into England.
Beginning in Stirling, follow in the footsteps of Scotland’s two great legendary warriors: William Wallace and Robert The Bruce. We then travel south to explore the sights and lands that these two men fought for.
Leaving Stirling we’ll first head for Rosslyn Chapel where you can hear the tales of the Knights Templar before settling down in Peebles for a three night stay. From Peebles we’ll explore along the River Tweed and take in the Great Map of Scotland as well as learning about the historic industries of the borders: farming, mining and textiles.
Understand how the Borders inspired the author Sir Walter Scott to write a series of ballads about its beauty and witness it through his eyes: from his home in Abbotsford House and his favourite view in the country, Scotts View.
Leaving Peebles we’ll head west, crossing over Greymares Tail Waterfall and climbing up to Wanlockhead, Scotland's Highest Village, before winding our way south to Ellisland - the farm of Rabbie Burns! We'll then go beyond the border and settle in the beautiful Lake District of England.
The Lake District is England’s largest National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll discover spectacular landscapes, picturesque villages, a warm welcome at our accommodation, and a experience the rich cultural heritage. We’ll also explore the fells, splash about on the lakes, have a wild adventure and take time to enjoy the peace.
Once we are across the border and into England, we’ll take advantage of our base and will take a day trip to visit Hadrian’s Wall and Vindolanda. Hadrian’s Wall marked the border of the Roman Empire, and there are still remains and ruins to be seen today. Vindolanda is a fascinating archaeological site that shows just how the Roman’s lived – both officer and commoner.
To end the adventure we’ll head back north towards Stirling, winding past the lochs, forest and rolling hills which make the borders truly unique.
This whole tour will be peppered with the sounds and stories of Scotland. Experience music across the borders with a number of music sessions and concerts scheduled across the trip. Hear the songs and melodies inspired by the legends of this land.
What’s included
- 11 Days of fun!Please note the first day, your Arrival Day, only has an unofficial dinner and is an opportunity for you to settle in before events start the following day. Accommodation is still included this night.
- 10 nights AccommodationAccommodation begins on Arrival Day and concludes when you check-out the morning of Departure Day.
- BreakfastBreakfast will be included at the accommodation every day!
- 3 Group DinnersThree group dinners will be included in the tour cost
- All sites & activitiesAny site, event or activity listed in the itinerary is included in the tour cost. No additional entrance fees will be required.
- Near nightly Live Music!Many of the nights we share together will include private concerts with either local musicians or your tour leader (they have 2 shows).
- Group Airport TransportWe will provide 2 group shuttles to Edinburgh Airport on Departure Day. One will be early AM, and the other later AM. Transfer times will depend on when passenger's flight times are.
What’s not included
- Flights
- Lunches
- All non-group dinners
Available Packages
*Must be booked in increments of 2, as this if for traveling pairs sharing a double room. Not to be booked by solo travelers.
This package comes with a double room (one bed) at the accommodations throughout the tour for sharing with your traveling partner. This is usually a double or queen sized bed.
*Must be booked in increments of 2, as this if for traveling pairs sharing a twin room. Not to be booked by solo travelers.
This package comes with a twin room (two beds) at the accommodations throughout the tour for sharing with your traveling partner. These are usually single or twin sized beds.
*For one person traveling alone or wanting their own room
You will receive your own room, with a single (sometimes twin) bed at all the accommodations throughout the tour.
Available Add-Ons
This is a Meet & Greet Service! Once you arrive into the airport (either Edinburgh or Glasgow), we will have a driver waiting in the arrivals terminal with a sign and your name to pick you up and help with bags. The driver will then take you directly to the hotel.
*Please note this is per group, not per person. Therefore please only choose 1 from the drop-down menu if your group is arriving together.
This option is for you if you are unable to make one of the group transfers on Departure Day, but would still like a ride pre-arranged.
We will send you options to choose from, and have the item ready on your Arrival Day!
We will send you options to choose from, and have the item ready on your Arrival Day!
If you would like to add additional nights onto your stay, we are happy to book this for you! *Please note this is dependent on availability
If you would like to add additional nights onto your stay, we are happy to book this for you! *Please note this is dependent on availability
Itinerary
Today we don't have any official activities, so that you may arrive, check-in and combat jet lag at your leisure. The hotel's check-in time will be 3pm, however if you arrive before then you can have them hold your luggage at reception in order to explore the town centre handsfree.
In the evening there will be an unofficial welcome dinner (not included in the tour cost). Your walking guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and take you to a nearby restaurant where you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow passengers and prepare for the adventure ahead!