Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Highlands Day Tour
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Driver-guide
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
- Highlands tour
- Walk to Glenfinnan's viewpoint
- Modern air-conditioned bus
- Digital written translations
- Live commentary
- Regular photo stops and rest breaks
- Stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Boarding Jacobite steam train
- Food and drinks
- Driver-guide
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
- Highlands tour
- Walk to Glenfinnan's viewpoint
- Modern air-conditioned bus
- Digital written translations
- Live commentary
- Regular photo stops and rest breaks
- Stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Boarding Jacobite steam train
- Food and drinks
Embark on a day tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Visit Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Fort William and take in the scenery of Hollywood movies, including the Harry Potter series. See the Jacobite Steam Train cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct (see dates).
Depart Edinburgh's bustling streets as you travel by bus past some of its most iconic sights like Edinburgh Castle on your way out of the city. Admire the scenery on the journey north into the rugged Scottish Highlands, with a stop for refreshments at the gateway to the Highlands in Callander.
Drive through the rugged landscapes to Glencoe, where James Bonds' Skyfall was filmed. See the backdrop to some scenes from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Pause here for photos and to learn about the history of Glencoe, including the massacre of the MacDonald clan in 1692.
From the atmospheric Glencoe, travel further along the banks of Loch Linnhe to the Highland town of Fort William, which sits at the foot of Britain's tallest mountain - Ben Nevis. Stop here to stretch your legs and have an early lunch break.
Next, continue to the stunning Glenfinnan Viaduct, which served as the scenic route of the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter series. Discover the setting for the Triwizard Tournament from the movie, and the loch from the grounds of Hogwarts.
Visit the Glenfinnan Monument, which symbolizes one of the most important events in Scottish history; the 1745 Jacobite uprising. Next, departing Glenfinnan, sit back and relax on your journey to Edinburgh, passing through the spectacular Cairngorms National Park and stopping for refreshments at the small village of Pitlochry on the way.
- Admire the scenery at Fort William, situated at the foot of imposing Ben Nevis
- Discover the rugged charm of the Scottish Highlands and Cairngorms National Park
- Learn about significant events in Scottish history in the town of Glencoe
- See the Jacobite Steam Train crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Spot a variety of filming locations from your favorite Hollywood movies
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Not suitable for
- Children under 4 years
- Wheelchair users
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
- Collapsible lightweight wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them in boarding and disembarking
- It is recommended to use the restroom beforehand, as the first stop is approximately 1.5 hours away, and there are no toilets on the bus
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time to allow for check-in
- The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by an independent third-party provider. Running dates, timetables, and service updates are subject to the train operator. Please refer to the official Jacobite Steam Train website for the latest service updates and information.
- The tour involves cross-country driving, and a large portion of the trip is spent on the bus, taking in the views of the Scottish Highlands with live commentary
- This tour does not board the Jacobite Steam Train. This tour is designed so that you will see the iconic view of the train passing over the Glenfinnan Viaduct
