The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey
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The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey
By Gray Line Scotland
About
If you love the Harry Potter movies, don't miss this adventure through the picturesque Scottish Highlands, where you can follow in the footsteps of your favorite movie characters. Travel from Edinburgh to visit some actual movie filming locations, including the sight of Dumbledore’s grave, Hogwarts Lake, and the wilderness traversed by the Death Eaters. Best of all, you can even take a ride on the Hogwarts Express—known to muggles as the Jacobite Steam Train—included in the tour.
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Ages 5-59, max of 48 per group
Duration: 13h 30m
Start time: Check availability
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German, Portuguese, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Highlights
- Explore sights from the Harry Potter movies on this Scottish Highlands tour
- Visit movie locations—Eilean na Moine Island, Loch Shiel, and Rannoch Moor
- Get a great value, with breakfast, guide, train ride, and transit included
- Hassle-free, round-trip coach travel from Edinburgh included in the tour
- Coach Tour
- Jacobite Steam Train, single journey
- Knowledgeable tour manager on board.
- Breakfast bars/snacks will be available on board
What's not included- Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Hotel drop off service
- Departure details
- The Elephant House, 21 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, UK The Elephant House
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8750P10- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children must be 6 years of age to travel
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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- The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey price starts from $215.76. Discover and book The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey on Tripadvisor
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- The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties. Discover and book The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey on Tripadvisor
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- The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey is hosted by Gray Line Scotland. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Gray Line Scotland on Tripadvisor. Discover and book The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8750P10
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Itinerary
- You'll start atThe Elephant House21 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, UKThe Elephant HouseSee address & details
- 1Fort WilliamStop: 2 hoursSee detailsPass byKinloch RannochGlenfinnan Viaduct
- 2MallaigStop: 80 minutesSee details
- 3PitlochryStop: 30 minutesSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
Gray Line Scotland
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- Samantha B00Great tripBrian was a wealth of knowledge. He was ki d enough to make a stop so we could see the Highland Coos. Thanks Brian. The scenery was absolutly breathless throughout the entire trip.
- Y8144FYjuliak00A solo trip that I recommend to anyone who dreams about visiting the Scottish HighlandsThis tour was absolutely wonderful. It all started with the pickup, you call to confirm the booking and then you will get your pickup location, they make sure that it is close to the place you are staying at. Brian, our tourgide of the day knew lots of interesting facts about the history of the Highlands but also other things. Like the movies/shows that were shot in Scotland (the Highlands) and how whisky distilleries work. His enthusiasm gave the tour something extra, you can tell he really loves his job. With plenty of stops and photo opportunities this tour will fly by. I definitely recommend this tour
- Tmendoza3000Highland trip to remember!A long bus ride that is well worth it. We traveled into the Highlands from Edinburgh and saw some amazing scenery. The guide was very knowledgeable on the historical aspects of the area. Well worth the money!
- Voyager78896100HighlandsBobby was our amazing tour guide! He told us so much about the beautiful views and history of this amazing country.
- LSC6300A great day out.We had a great day out with our driver Brian who put on a fabulous sunny day. We stopped at lots of iconic Outlander sites including Midhope castle for Lalybroch, Falkland for Inverness and Blackness Castle for Wentworth. Brian is very knowledgeable about Outlander, a true fan, plus he has a great interest in local history. A great day out! Highly recommended.
- kate_inak65200Absolutely amazing!Love tha all places, but Lallybroch (Midhope Castle) was best! Our guide and driver was Brian and he was absolutely amazing!
- Archa_Prasad00An expectacular experience.It was a lovely experience. William was witty and fun. It was a very informative trip. I learned a lot about Scotland, and fell in love with its history, people and the scenery.
- V3911MDjustinh00Good stuff, learned a lotgreat tour and commentary from Willy, along with a sound tract! We learned a ton. The bus was very comfortable. We also had a great group.
- jamesjX5509QF00Harry the Scott was greatHarry the driver and tour guide had a wonderful Scottish access. He gave a lot of great information but also did not talk the whole time. Great job Harry! Really appreciated all the stops on the way to/from seeing Nessie. Comfortable coach and all around great day.
- Nickykeates00Fantastic day outHighlights were driving through the highlands and taking a cruise on Loch Ness. Brian our tour guide and driver was very knowledgeable and friendly.
- billdV6906QK00Outlander 1 Day TourAn awesome day with our very knowledgeable and witty tour guide Brian. Would highly recommend to other Outlander fans visiting Edinburgh.
- 377so_a_00OutlanderWe had a great experience. Our guide-driver Willy was excellent. He was very nice and told us a lot of fine stories about the history and Outlander.
- wayneo75500Worth every penny!!We got to see so many amazing spots from the series, just as we'd hoped. The crown jewel of course was Lallybroch and it did not disappoint. Our guide, Brian, was fantastic! Incredibly knowledgeable and shared information the entire way to each spot. He was very well versed on not just Outlander facts but also Scottish history, we learned so much along the way. This experience was very worth the money!
- 260ninfaf00Excellent day out!Wonderful day out! We took many photos! Brian is the BEST! He was knowledgeable, fun and friendly! His knowledge of history and the Outlander series was amazing! He should be a history professor!
- 354skyee00One of the best excursions I have ever been on!The tour guide Brian was absolutely wonderful! He blended his knowledge of The Outlander with a lot of historical facts about Scotland, which I very much appreciated!
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Gmac26
Heathfield, UK12 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
The views were stunning. The stop at Glenfinnin station was also very nostalgic and worthwhile. Would have been nice if the staff wore tartan in some form and perhaps more if a Scottish theme. Ie. Possible piper on arrival. The carriages could also benefit from looking more Scottish, slightly shabby. Staff were friendly, helpful and Scottish.
Mallaig was sadly disappointing as there was little to do except eat. Some shops were shut and it was a Monday.
Mallaig was sadly disappointing as there was little to do except eat. Some shops were shut and it was a Monday.
Written June 6, 2022
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Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately we have no responsibly for the train carriages.
Written June 13, 2022
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Parit Sharma
6 contributions
Aug 2020
I had an amazing tour with grey lines today and want to give a big thanks to the guide "Braine", the guide is amazing driver, had lots of knowledge about the tour of different aspects like the Harry Potter world, outlander, James Bond and Scotland in general as well. I learned a lot and seen sites and heard stories that weren't expecting., on the top great playlist! highly recommend!
thanks, Braine again for the custom drop off in the end as well!
thanks, Braine again for the custom drop off in the end as well!
Written August 7, 2020
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good afternoon
Thank you for your review and your lovely comments about our guide.
We hope to see you again some time.
Written August 11, 2020
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Ken M
7 contributions
Aug 2020
Due to covid, there were only 10 of us on the coach. our driver/guide was Brendan, who gave us a running commentary during the drive but also tips on where to get the best photo opportunities during the day. We had perfect seats on the train and the weather was ideal, not sure if Brendan had arranged this as well. it was a long day and everyone was dropped off at their accommodation. The fish and chips at Mallaig were perfect as well, and so was the whisky ice cream, another recommendation
Written August 22, 2020
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Thank you very much for your recommendation Ken.
Great to read that you had a good time and good weather too.
Written August 23, 2020
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Claire L
North Petherton, England, United Kingdom55 contributions
We went on the Magical Highland Tour yesterday with Brendan - our fantastic guide.
We both enjoyed all of the 13+hours enjoying Brenda's stories and information and visiting/seeing so many film related spots. The train ride was lovely and we appreciated having the opportunity to see the train pass across the viaduct from ground level too.
We thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Thank you so much Brendan for looking after us so brilliantly.
We would highly recommend this trip and will definitely book with Grayline again.
We both enjoyed all of the 13+hours enjoying Brenda's stories and information and visiting/seeing so many film related spots. The train ride was lovely and we appreciated having the opportunity to see the train pass across the viaduct from ground level too.
We thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Thank you so much Brendan for looking after us so brilliantly.
We would highly recommend this trip and will definitely book with Grayline again.
Written August 28, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave this review and tell us about your day.
It's very much appreciated.
Written September 19, 2022
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taylor o
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Our tour with Willie was fantastic! He was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and funny! As the train was closed due to safety issues, he took us to other places that were along the way and still within the same context. The site were great and the coach was clean.
Written July 29, 2023
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Morgan K
2 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Amazing tour today. Beautiful scenes and the driver, Brian was very pleasant and informative. He knew all the best photo stops and provided a great mix of Scottish history and Harry Potter facts. I would highly recommend :)
Written October 2, 2020
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Thank you for joining us on our Magical Highland Tour. I'm delighted you had such a good time.
Written October 8, 2020
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Agnieszka S
5 contributions
Aug 2020 • Solo
I had a great time. The driver and also a tour guide Brandon really knows much about Scottish history and was really chatty. Beautiful places to see, even if aren't Harry Potter fan. Great opportunity to spend the out.
Written August 23, 2020
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I'm glad your enjoyed your day so much.
Thank you for choosing Gray Line Scotland.
Written September 2, 2020
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Zia. R
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Friends
I had a driver named Brendan and he was a brilliant tour guide who gave good information without it sounding like a script. He had lovely stories and tales to tell of his friends and family etc. Good insights at places. The journey to the train at Glencoe was wonderful. With historic misty battle like atmosphere (lucky with weather). And the Harry Potter tales and train ride was little magical. Especially going over and witnessing the trian over the viaduct. Overall, I quite enjoyed it. Many thanks. (Thank you Brendan.)
Written August 27, 2022
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Thank you for choosing Gray Line Scotland.
I'm delighted to read you enjoyed your day,
Written September 19, 2022
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Alisa
2 contributions
May 2023
We had the perfect trip! Our guide Brian was awesome - so knowledgeable and entertaining. The highlands are beautiful, and Brian made sure we stopped at the perfect photo spots. As a Harry Potter fan, it was just amazing to ride the train and then watch it cross back over the viaduct. I highly recommend the journey!
Written May 22, 2023
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Thank you for letting us know about your experience on our Magical Highlands Tour. It's always nice to read our guests have had a great time.
Written June 28, 2023
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Nick O
Sudbury, UK14 contributions
Aug 2022
Stunning tour of the highlands with Harry Potter locations included. Train from Fort William to Mallaig was breath taking; could have done with commentary of some of the locations. Coach tour guide, Brendan, was funny, knowledgeable, and very apologetic for no air conditioning. Not your fault Brendan. Brendan certainly made the day more enjoyable
Written August 20, 2022
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Thank you for joining us on our Magical Highlands Tour Nick.
Brendan is certainly a fantastic guide.
Written September 19, 2022
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Annitta
Tjaereborg, Denmark
How many hours are the return ride? It doesn’t say anywhere. Only that the return is by bus from Malliag...
RenataSP
Sao Paulo, Brazil59 contributions
It takes 3:30 hours by bus from Edinburgh to get to the train station.
The ride in the steam train takes 2:30 hours.
2 hrs free to have lunch in the village.
Than 5:00 hours by bus to come back to Edinburgh.
Lek K
6 contributions
Is there any other stop like glencoe for a photo after glenfinnan museum?
a_pirate_from_Texas
Little Rock, AR6 contributions
Yes, there are a few more stops. I have just left a review and im waiting for TripAdvisor to publish it. Should answer your question as well as any others you might have😁
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