Borders Abbeys Way

A circular walk through the heart of Scotland's border towns, visiting the ruins of four great abbeys.

3 to 8 nights
32-68 miles
Moderate to Demanding

From £265 per person

About The Trail

Take a walk through the rounded green hills, wooded riverbanks, pine forests and rich farmland of the Scottish Borders as you tour between four great ruined monasteries. Each has its own distinct character waiting to be discovered: the vast abbey church at Jedburgh, the outstanding detail of every carving at Melrose, the domestic architecture of Dryburgh and the Romanesque style of the remaining tower of the formidable Kelso Abbey.

As well as the four iconic abbeys the route has much to offer besides, from its wide range of castles to its outstanding viewpoints over the surrounding hills and the glittering Tweed. This is the perfect circular tour of a beautiful area studded with historic gems.

We offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to walk the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.

Dog friendly tours available

Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.

Routes on this trail

Borders Abbeys Way

6 to 8 nights
68 miles
Moderate+
Dog friendly
From £515 per person
A circular walking holiday exploring the historic ruins of four Scottish border abbeys.Find Out More

Borders Abbeys Way Highlights

3 to 4 nights
32 miles
Moderate / Demanding+
Dog friendly
From £265 per person
A walking holiday visiting the very best of the Borders Abbeys Way, from Melrose to Jedburgh.Find Out More

Customer reviews from the Borders Abbeys Way

“Everything was great. We had an awesome time in sunny Scotland.”
Mr Hayes, USA
“Impressively well organised!”
Ms Hackett, UK
“We had a wonderful time... thoroughly enjoyed the three days walking.”
Mrs Kasper, Switzerland
“All the accommodation was excellent - the standard seems to improve year by year - and we had an excellent walk.”
Mr Howell, UK