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Harry Potter Tour: Glenfinnan Viaduct and Fort William
4.6
689 Ratings
Edinburgh
Embark on a full-day tour from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Fort William, and immerse yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter. Capture the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, known as the Hogwarts Express bridge, and explore the stunning landscapes of Fort William and Glencoe.
Duration:
12 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - We will journey through the Trossachs National Park on our way to Glencoe.
- 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!
- Fort William - We stop in the town of Fort William for an early lunch break before we continue onwards.
- Neptune’s Staircase - 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.
- 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.
- Pitlochry - 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.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
What's Not Included
- Food & Drinks
- Attraction Tickets
- Gratuities
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
Additional Information
An ideal tour for Harry Potter enthusiasts; visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct, renowned for the Hogwarts Express, and capture your iconic photo as the train crosses the bridge. Explore Fort William and Glencoe on this one-day tour.
Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by a different company. We cannot always ensure that your tour and the train will coincide. The tour does not include a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train. The Jacobite Steam Train operates until October 25th, 2024.
- 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, 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 6th 2024 - 27th September 2024.
Location
521 Lawnmarket
Lawnmarket
We depart outside the Ensign Ewart Pub.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(689 Ratings)
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Veronikakh8414hs
Sep 30, 2024
The best bus trip ever with the best guide ever - It would be a shame to visit Scotland and not see their highlands, so we decided to take one of the guided paths and chose the route through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. I didn't have overly high expectations of the trip as a first-timer, I knew we would spend a lot of time on the bus, and I didn't do much research beforehand about what it would be like either, perhaps because the trip was recommended to us. I didn't even know how well-known Timberbush Tours was or how many of us would be on the bus, but it was filled to capacity with a range of age groups from young children to older people. Our tour guide was an Aussie named Mark and he was absolutely amazing. From the very beginning he told us about historical events and places, and always pointed out where to look, also he drived very well. In fact the whole trip was absolutely perfect because of him, and it wouldn't have been the same without his explanations and amusing attitude. I have to give his commentary absolutely the same weight as the whole trip itself and the beauty of the highlands. I was worried that we wouldn't be making enough toilet stops, but there were plenty of them and the guide always communicated well in advance when to expect a stop and where to find a toilet, possibly one that was free. The trip was absolutely worth the price. I came away from the whole experience completely fulfilled and full of not only memories of beautiful countryside and quaint towns, but a huge amount of (not only) historical knowledge. Thanks Mark, for being so great!
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Miguelangel
Sep 28, 2024
Excellent way to see the Scottish highlands - Our tour was a great experience. Alistar, our tour guide was quite attentive and continuously provided cultural remarks of landmarks throughout our drive. The Scottish highlands is a place everyone must see. The Glenfinnan viaduct and train was the cherry on top of the pie. Highly recommend this excursion.
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Alix_l
Sep 27, 2024
Stunning - Gary was awesome, he knew the story of Scotland and he kept us awake the entire evening. I thought the group bonded with him.
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Ann_m
Sep 27, 2024
Dont think,Just do it! 😃 - This was a Blast! Mark The Australian Guide took us through an adventure the whole Day- by showing us exciting places, and telling us a lot about Scottish History! Briljant Day!
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Aubrey_s
Sep 26, 2024
Beautiful - We had the best time on our Highland tour to Glenfinnan. David and Adam were fantastic and made the experience so incredible!
A few things to know- there’s a small hike at Glenfinnan if you want a better view of the train and it was pretty muddy, so don’t wear your white sneakers, bring layers because it can get chilly, and bring snacks and/or water bottle for the bus. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting!
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Haley_t
Sep 25, 2024
Beautiful Highlands - The entire trip was nothing short of spectacular! I highly recommend this tour if you want to get a glimpse into the highland life!
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Kelsey_c
Sep 25, 2024
Fabulous Beautiful Tour - Fabulous time! Tour was amazing and really informative. Beauty every where you
Looked! Would take another tour like this !
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Mar_anoelc986
Sep 24, 2024
Best tour ever - Excelente tour with and an excellent guide and even better driver ♥️♥️ Mary is just awesome. She is very well informed and very open to answering our questions
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Demarne
Sep 26, 2024
Even without steam ... worth seeing - Well, here you are not alone, so macher tourist has climbed the surrounding hills. We have contented ourselves with a "ground vision"
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Wanderlustdave101
Sep 25, 2024
Great Scenery, but lots of bus time - The tour had it's good and bad points. I loved most of the stops on our itinerary, but there was almost too much bus time, as some of the drives between points of interest were quite long.. The Glenfinnan Viaduct with the Hogwarts Express crossing over was definitely the highlight, and a lot of the scenery was gorgeous despite our slightly soggy day. The lunch stop was so-so, and very busy so it seemed rushed. Pitlochry toward the end of the tour was really nice and I wish we had a little longer there. Overall an enjoyable day.
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