A tour which can depart from in and around Edinburgh, or anywhere in The Borders, our Mary Queen of Scots Borders Tour is a must for anyone who wants to know more about the troubled life of Scotland’s first crowned Queen. We will depart at 09:30 and return to your agreed drop off at around 17:30. Like all our Driver Guided Tours, the day will be tailored to you.

Departing from Edinburgh, we will pass by Borthwick and Crichton, the dangerous lands of Bothwell, Mary’s third husband. We follow the Tweed to the great house of her allies Traquair, where artefacts relating to her stay (and that of her infant son James) can be found on an extended visit. After lunch we head South, to Jedburgh where we visit a museum dedicated to Mary’s life, and her notable stay in the town. While here we will see Jedburgh Abbey, and witness the destruction of the so called ‘Rough Wooing’, the military action which attempted to marry Mary to Henry VIII of England’s son. Our return journey north takes us through Lauderdale and Lothian, before returning to your accommodation.

The tour is customisable to you, we will have many different options for stops and attractions which we will discuss on the day, taking weather conditions and all other factors into consideration. Please note entry to Traquair House is included in your fee, however food and any other paid attractions will be payable by guests on the day.