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

* 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.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Jedburgh Abbey, 4/5 Abbey Bridge End, Jedburgh TD8 6JQ Scotland

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

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Carter Bar, A68, Jedburgh Scotland

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

Stop At: Steel Rigg, Henshaw, Hexham NE477AN England

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

Stop At: Vindolanda, Hexham NE47 7JN England

* Entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed) included in the tour price from 1st April 2023.

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: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Birdoswald Roman Fort, Gilsland, Brampton CA8 7DD England

Here you can still see the remains of all of the Wall's defining features. Stand in awe as the longest remaining stretch of the Wall spans as far as your eye can see, and explore the ruins of the Roman fort, a turret and milecastle.

Duration: 10 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years."
"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."
"Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure"
"This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ."
"For your optional Jedburgh Abbey tickets you must reserve your time slot in advance. Please use the link printed on your voucher."
"Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum admission. Tour will visit Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed."
"Due to safety inspection and possible maintenance work, Jedburgh Abbey is closed until further notice."
"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."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início: 08:15 AM
Duração: 10 Hours 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Entrance Fee: Vindolanda Roman Army Museum
• Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
• Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
• The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
• Entry/Admission - Vindolanda

Não Incluído

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

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