Springtime in the Borders NEW

£469.00

A new tour & hotel based in the historic Borders region of Scotland with plenty of interesting visits to bring the area to life.

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  • Group Size
    No size limit
  • Locations
    Scotland
  • Departs
    March 18, 2024
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Trip code WT-CODE 6937
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Join us for this lovely new tour of the scenic Scottish borders, as the countryside wakes from its winter slumber and fresh spring colours burst through! Our base is the historic town of Peebles, on the banks of the River Tweed, and we explore some highlights of this beautiful and fascinating region.

Your Holiday Package Includes:

4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast

Luxury coach travel

Services of experienced tour driver

EXCURSIONS – entry to Great Tapestry of Scotland, Rosslyn Chapel, and guided coach tour of Edinburgh

Your Holiday Accommodation:

The *** TONTINE HOTEL, set in the heart of Peebles offers a warm Scottish welcome in a lovely character building. Enjoy local, seasonal produce in the restaurant and relax in the comfortable lounge. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, tea making facilities, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, and Wi-Fi. There is a lift.

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Itineraries

Monday

Date : March 18, 2024

Depart for Peebles

We travel via the main roads and motorways before checking in for 4 nights half board accommodation at the Tontine Hotel, Peebles.

Tuesday

Date : March 19, 2024

Galashiels & Melrose

This morning we take a short drive to Galashiels, the heart of the Scottish textile industry, and visit the Great Tapestry of Scotland. Created by 1,000 stitchers, this masterpiece depicts the history, people, and landscape of Scotland in a purpose-built visitor centre. Later we travel via Scotts View to spend time in the pretty town of Melrose.

Wednesday

Date : March 20, 2024

Guided Coach Tour of Edinburgh & Free Time

Today we head to Edinburgh and are joined by a guide for a coach tour around this magnificent city. Later enjoy free time to explore the culture, history, and first-class shopping at your leisure.

Thursday

Date : March 21, 2024

Rosslyn Chapel & Free Time

We travel to the captivating and historic Rosslyn Chapel, as featured in the Dan Brown novel and film ‘The Da Vinci Code’. Discover the unique symbolism behind the extensive and impressive carvings. Later we return to Peebles for free time.

Friday

Date : March 22, 2024

Depart for home

We travel home via St Mary’s Loch and the stunning scenery of the Borders region, arriving into our local area early evening.

Supplements

Single supplement – £100.00

Deposit

£30.00 per person

Coach Seating Plan