Why choose this Edinburgh tour ?
A perfect tour for Harry Potter fans; visit Glenfinnan Viaduct, famous for the Hogwarts Express, and take your iconic photo as the train crosses the bridge; explore Fort William and Glencoe in this one-day tour.
Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by another company. We cannot always guarantee that your tour and the train will meet up at the same time. The tour does not include a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train. The Jacobite Steam Train will run from May 5th 2025 – September 26th 2025.
Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.
Make the most of your Edinburgh adventure
What makes Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Fort William Tour a unique experience ?
Our first stop of the day is Callander, gateway to the Highlands. We stop here for refreshments and to enjoy the small town before we journey into the highlands.
We will journey through the Trossachs National Park on our way to Glencoe.
We stop for photos at Glencoe and enjoy its atmospheric surroundings. The location is infamous for the Massacre of the Clan MacDonald. Learn all about its dark history and take some beautiful photos!
We stop in the town of Fort William for an early lunch break before we continue onwards.
Time permitting, we’ll pause for photos at Neptune’s Staircase. The staircase lock comprises of eight locks on the caledonian canal, and raises the canal by 19m (62ft). It was built in the early 1800s and is the longest staircase lock in Britain.
We spend plenty of time at Glenfinnan to see the monument and its Viaduct. We arrive just in time to see the Jacobite Steam train cross over the bridge; so don’t forget to bring your camera for this iconic photo!
Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by another company. We cannot always guarantee that your tour and the train will meet up at the same time.
As we journey back down south, passing through the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, our final stop of the day is Pitlochry, a small town to the north of Edinburgh. Stop here for refreshments and enjoy wandering its small streets before we continue onwards to Edinburgh, where our tour ends.
During peak months the itinerary may be run in reverse to avoid congestion at attractions and refreshment stops. When running in reverse we will pass through Pitlochry but stop at alternative location for refreshments.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years old
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour’s departure time.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- This tour will visit the Glenfinnan area and the Glenfinnan Viaduct. We cannot guarantee that the tour will meet with the train crossing the bridge or that the train will be running, as it is operated by a third company. The tour does NOT include a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train.
- The afternoon service of the Jacobite Steam Train runs from May 5th 2025 – 26th September 2025.
- Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.
- Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Glenfinnan, Ft William,Glencoe
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- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
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- Food & Drinks
- Attraction Tickets
- Gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Timberbush Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 734 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Minimum age is 4 years
• Please arrive at the departure point at 07:00 for a 07:15 departure.
Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.
Top tip – You could bring a cold packed lunch with you in order to make the most of your time at each stop – this would be particularly time-saving in the busier months!
There is currently a shortage of taxi and private hire cabs in Edinburgh, which may make it harder to get to the departure point if you’re thinking of using a taxi. As part of our policy, we do not offer refunds for missed tours and so we urge you to allow for more time to reach the departure point in the morning and look into public transport options as a back up.
Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by another company. We cannot always guarantee that your tour and the train will meet up at the same time.
