Day Trip to Hadrian's Wall and the Border of the Roman Empire - Small Group - Depart from Edinburgh

Day Trip to Hadrian's Wall and the Border of the Roman Empire - Small Group - Depart from Edinburgh

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Discover the remains of Hadrian's Wall, which marked the Roman Empire's border

Excursion in a small group, leaving from Edinburgh

Augustinian Abbey of Jedburgh

Northumberland national park forests

Informazioni essenziali *

Durata
10 ore 30 minuti

Le lingue

Inglese

Orari di inizio
08:15

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Descrizione

Enjoy this historical excursion, departing from Edinburgh, as you see Hadrian's Wall and the border of the ancient Roman Empire!

Departing from Edinburgh, board your mini-van with a group no larger than 16, and head south towards the border with England.

You first stop will be at the border city of Jedburgh, an historical village located just a few kilometers from the border. You will be able to freely explore the small streets and visit the abbey, a symbol of power during it's 900 years of existance.

Next, continue south and make a brief stop at Carter Bar, located on the border of the Cheviot hills, which has marked the entry point between Scotland and England for 700 years.

Pass theough the forest of the Northumberland National Park to reach the remains of Hadrian's Wall. Follow the wall south until you reach the Steel Rig, which you can admire large sections of the wall that remain. It was built by Emporer Hadrian between 122 and 127, and at the time, marked the northern border of the Roman Empire. Today, it is on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

There wll be a break for visitors to walk around freely and see the ruins on foot, before the trip returns to Edinburgh late afternoon.

Luogo di partenza

Buono a sapersi

  • Availability: everyday (excluding exceptional dates)
  • Departure time: 8:15am
  • Return: around 7pm
  • Departure point: St Andrew's Square Bus Station
  • Children under the age of 5 are not allowed on this tour
  • The group will be no larger than 16 people

Il prezzo include

  • Excursion to Hadrian's Wall, the Roman Empire's northern border
  • Transport in a mini-van with AC from Edinburgh
  • Accompaniment of your guide

Il prezzo non comprende

  • Entry tickets to various sites
  • Lunch
  • Tips
  • All other extras

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