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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Fort William Tour from Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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12 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Food & Drinks
  • Attraction Tickets
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Castle Terrace
outside the, NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Callander

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park (Pass By)

We will journey through the Trossachs National Park on our way to Glencoe.
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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!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fort William

We stop in the town of Fort William for an early lunch break before we continue onwards.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Neptune's Staircase (Pass By)

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.
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Glenfinnan Viaduct

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Pitlochry

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. 
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Fort William Tour from Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Walk to Glenfinnan`s viewpoint.
  • Knowledgeable driver-guide
  • Food & Drinks
  • Attraction Tickets
  • Gratuities
  • Restroom on board
  • WiFi on board

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers

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Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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