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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Fort William Tour from Edinburgh
4.6
650 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
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.
This tour will visit the Glenfinnan area and the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Due to an ongoing service interruption, the Jacobite Steam Train will not pass over the viaduct until further notice. Timberbush will continue to monitor the situation and communicate any updates on the service.
- 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.
- From July 15th until further notice, our Edinburgh tours will depart from 2 Johnston Terrace, EH1 2PW.
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
(650 Ratings)
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Annika_f
Jul 24, 2024
Had a lovely time... - Had a lovely time travelling the country with this tour. The scenery was stunning and the tour guide was great with recounting the history.
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Charliependagron
Jul 23, 2024
Glenfinnan & Loch Lomond tours - I did two tours (Glenfinnan + Loch Lomond), both with the same tour guide named Sam and both were amazing. Sam is really kind, passionate about Scotland and quite funny. Thank you again for the good times.
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Aaronb64
Jul 21, 2024
Great day out - Finding a tour to take to the highlands and beyond is a task in Edinburgh. So many companies to sort through, most with similar itineraries and prices. We ended up with Timberbush after being able to speak to one of their agents at the gift store by the entrance of the Endinburgh castle. The bus was a full size coach expertly driven by our tour guide Mark N. He was a well of historical knowledge, and made the trip an enjoyable one with lots of Scottish music and jokes between sites. It’s really a great day out and should not be missed if you are visiting Edinburgh.
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Markabdillamifsud
Jul 19, 2024
Unforgettable Experience - The Glenfinnan, Fort William & Glencoe Adventure on 19 July 2024 was an absolutely amazing tour, filled with scenic stops and given this was the last day of our trip, it really helped to end an amazing experience with a bang. But the heart of this tour was Sam, an amazing guide and driver who provided amazing information about different sites, while not only driving responsibly but also providing a good dose of Scottish humour along the way. This is one tour you do not want to miss!
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K6261vtellah
Jul 19, 2024
Amazing! - Our tour guide, Natalie was amazing!! She was so engaging and she told us some amazing stories that were fascinating. She also played some Scottish music which really added to the experience. We did some extra photo stops and got to see the amazing views of the Scottish highlands. The Glenfinnan viaduct view was also incredible, very worth it.
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Explore24584183193
Jul 14, 2024
Highly recommended! - It was an amazing trip I will never forget.
Natalie was the perfect tour guide who shared many information and her humor.
Thank you for this amazing day!
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Danilost90
Jul 14, 2024
Good day out - It was a really good and informative tour. I learn a lot about history of Scotland and heard all sort of interesting info regarding places we visited and passed by
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Santiago
Jul 12, 2024
Unforgettable. Something you can’t miss - Fantastic! Really, a great experience. The guides and drivers do an excellent job. Thanks for a splendid day with my family.
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Saji_k
Jul 23, 2024
Ok trip - The coach and guide all good but place to see nothing much. Out of 12 hrs journey 8 hrs travel and remaining for seeing. Nothing breath taking or stunning to see
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Michael_t
Jul 23, 2024
Great guide and driver saddled with a poorly engineered plan - David F was a kind gentleman who provided guidance on our tour conscientiously. Johnny was a safe driver. The tour itself is designed around events that are outside of the company’s control. Foremost (and it is stated) seeing the Jacobite train is note guaranteed but central to the day out. When seeing it, the sight was short and underwhelming. The tour should really focus on the natural wonders of Scotland. It should take more time for stops in the National Parks rather than the tourist traps and town along the way. The tour is engineered to do too much in a short time considering the distance it is covering. David and Johnny were fantastic considering that they are saddled with a daunting task.
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