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Scottish Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train

Follow in the footsteps of Harry Potter as you explore the stunning Scottish Highlands and take a ride on the iconic Jacobite Steam Train

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Award-winning tours

This tour provider was awarded a TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice Award in 2024.

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Highlights

  • Tick an iconic Scottish experience off your bucket-list with this Jacobite steam train and Scottish Highlands tour
  • Learn all about Edinburgh’s strong ties to Harry Potter as you depart the city by coach, heading north to the Highlands past the magnificent Forth Bridge
  • Witness the Glenfinnan Viaduct - AKA the Harry Potter Bridge - before travelling across it’s iconic arches on the the famous Jacobite Steam Train - AKA the Hogwarts Express
  • You’ll then head to Glen Coe, used as a backdrop for some much-loved Harry Potter scenes
  • Continue through the wilderness of Rannoch Moor where you’ll discover some of Scotland’s fascinating history, before arriving back in Edinburgh in the late evening

What's included

  • A return coach from Edinburgh
  • A passionate local tour guide
  • A two-hour ride on the Jacobite Steam Train
  • Foreign Language audio guides available

Unlock the experience with a VisitBritain Gift Card

Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Those aged 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • The minimum age for children on the tour is 5 years old

Accessibility information

  • Only light, foldable wheelchairs are allowed in the coaches
  • Passengers must be able to board and disembark the coach independently or with the help of a travelling companion, as tour guides are unable to assist with wheelchairs or provide physical assistance
  • Please note that some stops on this tour may involve rough terrain or are only be accessible by steps
  • Please contact our team before booking should you require further accessibility information regarding the experience

The Scottish Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train live date and timeslot availability can be seen upon booking.

Regular operating times are the following, seven days a week:

  • Check-in closes: 7:00 am
  • Coach departs: 7:15 am
  • Coach returns: 8:30 pm

Departure point

  • Departure point: 60 High Street (The Royal Mile), Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 1TB

Upon booking you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain and a second email with the e-ticket including a QR. You can download it or print it out to show when attending the tour.