We travel out of bustling Edinburgh and make our way through the rolling Moorfoot Hills to the charming town of Melrose, where we will enjoy a photo-stop at the ancient Melrose Abbey.
Dating from the 12th Century, the Abbey was attacked and ransacked by English troops on many occasions. Our famous King, Robert the Bruce, had the Abbey rebuilt, and it is said that he loved it so much his heart was buried here.
During our visit to Melrose Abbey, look out for the gargoyle of a pig playing the bagpipes!!
The pleasant market town of Kelso sits at the confluence of the Rivers, Tweed and Teviot. The centre of the town is an impressive cobbled square surrounded by Georgian buildings.
Shortly we will cross from Scotland into England and enter the ancient Kingdom of Northumbria.
Impressive Alnwick Castle is our next treat. After Windsor Castle, it is the second-largest inhabited castle in England and has been occupied for over 700 years. During our time here, you can explore the impressive Staterooms or stroll through the extensive gardens.
If you are a fan of the Harry Potter movies, then Alnwick is sure to be familiar to you as it was here that Harry and his classmates had their first flights using broomsticks.
Our journey back to Edinburgh will take us through the ancient Border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, then back into Scotland once more.
There are lovely coastal views to savour as we make our way towards North Berwick, our last stop of the day, then onwards through the farming country of East Lothian to journey's end in Edinburgh.
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