From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands Day Trip
ID: GYG620256-1036172
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
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.
Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series on a full-day trip from Edinburgh. Pass famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace, the mythical Kelpies, and the dramatically perched Stirling Castle.
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 to take in the stunning views across Loch Shiel, the lake on which Hogwarts is situated in the movies.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that the Jacobite Steam Train is operated by separate company. As the afternoon schedule for this service has been suspended until the 30th of May 2024, our tour DOES NOT currently align with the schedule of the Jacobite Steam train crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Meet the driver/guide at Charlotte Square* for check-in at 7:15 AM for a sharp 7:30 AM departure.
*The bus stops outside the National Records of Scotland (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) is the exact location of departure.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
