Discover the Jacobite Steam Train and Scottish Highlands - Full-Day Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh · Day Trips · GBP 247.12

A coach journey takes you past the iconic Forth Bridges to Mallaig where you board the famous Jacobite Steam Train. The train takes you over the amazing Glenfinnan Viaduct. Escape the city for a day and travel by coach to the Scottish Highlands . Follow in the footsteps of the world's most famous wizard, Harry Potter. Scotland has played a huge part in the Harry Potter story, from the picturesque locations and inspiring architecture to the coffee shop where J K Rowling is said to have written the first novel. Riding the Jacobite Steam Train is a bucket list experience for any traveller, but even more so for Harry Potter fans who know they are actually boarding the 'Hogwarts Express'. Our passionate guides will immerse you in all the magic of Harry Potter as well as the real beauty and history of Scotland. Learn all about Edinburgh's connection to Harry Potter as we leave the city and head north into the Highlands, past the magnificent Forth Bridge and through the Kingdom of Fife and Perth. Keep an eye out for the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the breathtaking drive up the west coast. The next time you'll see it is when you travel over its iconic arches on the Jacobite Steam Train from Mallaig! After your experience on one of the world's most beautiful railway lines, we'll take you straight to Scotland's most dramatic landscape, Glencoe, which was used as the backdrop for some of Harry Potter's most beloved scenes. We continue through the vast wilderness of Rannoch Moor, telling tales of Scotland's past, before arriving back in the city late in the evening. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure! Languages Local Scottish Guide (English live). Audioguide available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin. Important information – There may be restrictions We are unable to hold the bus or refund tickets for any late arrivals. Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.