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Discover the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series on a day trip from Edinburgh. See the Glenfinnan Viaduct and Loch Shiel, and make a stop in Glencoe.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 12 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English
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This trip was such great! the guide with sense of humour, music, stories, atmosphere and the whole plan of this journey was simplybthe best!!! 😊
tour guide was really excellent. fantastic memories
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Itinerary
Starting location:
17 Charlotte Square
Bus/coach
(75 minutes)
Callander
Break time, Photo stop (30 minutes)
Glencoe
Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)
Fort William
Lunch, Free time, Sightseeing (1 hour)
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)
Pitlochry
Break time, Free time (30 minutes)
Bus/coach
(85 minutes)
Arrive back at:
17 Charlotte Square
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Discover the stunning Highland locations made famous by Harry Potter
- Pass by Linlithgow Palace, the mythical Kelpies, and Stirling Castle
- Enjoy a short walk to the viewpoint of the Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Relax and take in the Highland scenery on the drive back to Edinburgh
- See the Jacobite Steam Train cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct (07.04.25 to 24.10.25)
Full description
Head north through Glencoe while your driver/guide points out the film locations for the James Bond and Harry Potter franchises. Stop in the Fort William area for lunch before a short drive to the Glenfinnan Viaduct which was made famous from its scenes in the Harry Potter movies from the filming of the Hogwarts Express. Take a short walk to the viewpoint where you will have unparalleled views over Loch Shiel and across to the viaduct in time for the Jacobite Steam train crossing*.
The road home will be time to relax and take in the Highland scenery. The final stop is at the historic town of Pitlochry before continuing home over the Firth of Forth alongside UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge en route back into Edinburgh.
*Please note that the Jacobite Steam Train is operated by separate company and although our tour is scheduled around seeing this we cannot guarantee train will run on the day of your tour. This service is seasonal and runs from Monday 7th April to Friday 24th October 2025.
Includes
- Scenic tour through the Highlands
- Stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus/bus
- Driver/guide
- Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
- Food and drink
- Entrance to attractions
- Boarding the Jacobite steam train at Glenfinnan
- On board restrooms
- Individual hotel /multi-point pickups and drop-offs
Not suitable for
- Children under 5 years
- Wheelchair users
Meeting point
Meet the driver/guide at Charlotte Square* for check-in at 8:00AM for a sharp 8:15 AM departure. *The bus stop outside West Register House (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) is the exact location of departure.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Camera
- Water
Not allowed
- Pets
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Mobility scooters
- Intoxication
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Alcohol and drugs
- Littering
- Unaccompanied minors
- Electric wheelchairs
- Explosive substances
- Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
- Making fire
- Nudity
Know before you go
- Please note that the Jacobite Steam Train is operated by separate company and although our tour is scheduled around seeing this we cannot guarantee train will run on the day of your tour. This service is seasonal and runs from Monday 7th April to Friday 24th October 2025.
- Children under the age of 5 are not permitted on the tour. You may be challenged by our staff on the age of your child, please bring identification in the form of passport. If you are unable to prove child’s age, you will be unable to join our tour.
- If you suffer from travel sickness, we advise bringing medication or supplements. The tour involves cross-country driving and a large portion of the trip is spent on the coach
