Knights Templar Tour Extension
Day 10: Friday June 11th
After our sad goodbye’s to our friends leaving early, we’ll have lunch and then enjoy a guided tour of the Temple Round Church in London. This unusual round church was built as the headquarters of the charismatic Knights Templar in the late twelfth century and still holds services today. Then in the late afternoon we’ll depart London for our flight to Edinburgh (1 ½ hr flight), check in to hotel and have the evening free. Overnight at The Edinburgh Apex City Hotel.
Day 11: Saturday June 12th
This morning we’ll tour the fantastic site of Edinburgh Castle, the royal palace often fought over by Scotland and England. Afternoon and evening free to explore Edinburgh, the Royal city of Scotland. Coose to have dinner at a 16th century restaurant 'The Witchery' at the gate of the castle, or if you are feeling brave, choose do one of the famous Ghost Walk tours deep into the underground vaults of the city. Overnight at The Edinburgh Apex City Hotel.
Day 12: Sunday June 13th
Morning visit to Rosslyn Chapel with local expert guide Margaret Anne. Rosslyn Chapel has strong associations with the Knight Templars and is shrouded in mystery. The stone carvings within the chapel are full of meaning and symbolism. From the chapel we will also be able to view Rosslyn Castle. Lunch at Rosslyn Hotel. Possible afternoon visit to Temple – a ruined Templar church and graveyard set in a very tranquil location and/or Gilmerton Cove – mysterious passages carved out of the bedrock underneath the streets of Gilmerton (with local expert guide) Back to Edinburgh. Overnight at The Edinburgh Apex City Hotel.
Day 13: Monday June 14th
Morning flight back to London for our return flights home or stay on in London for some personal time!
