From Edinburgh: The Magical Highlands Tour with Steam Train Journey Full Day

From Edinburgh: The Magical Highlands Tour with Steam Train Journey Full Day

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From Edinburgh: The Magical Highlands Tour with Steam Train Journey Full Day

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See the best of the Scottish Highlands, visit Harry Potter film locations and take journey on the famous Jacobite Steam Train

On this day tour from Edinburgh, you can see the Scottish Highlands, Glen Coe, Harry Potter film locations and take a journey on the Jacobite Steam Train over the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. For Harry Potter fans, train enthusiasts and those who love Scotland, it's the perfect day out

21 days Fully refundable when canceled up to 21 days in advance
1 day Duration of experience
Tour Guide / Driver Type of tour leader

Experience

  • Experience Scotland's spectacular scenery and see for yourself the filming locations of your favourite Harry Potter movies
  • Rannoch Moor & Glen Coe - Enjoy the views of the awe-inspiring wilderness and spot the film locations
  • Fort William & Mallaig - Board the Jacobite steam train (aka the Hogwarts Express) and travel like Harry did
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct - Featuring in many of the Harry Potter films, a journey across the viaduct offers an experience and photo opportunities not to be missed
  • Pitlochry - Stretch your legs before heading back to Edinburgh at this beautiful Victorian resort

  • Jacobite Steam Train journey, single journey
  • Knowledgeable tour manager on board

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Hotel drop off service - We will drop you off at The Elephant House, where JK Rowling wrote the Potter books over coffee and cake in this relaxed writer/reader-friendly cafe

  • Please come prepared. Dress comfortable and for all weathers.
  • This excursion is a long day to cover the distance and make the train departure time. Please ensure you carry water and snacks.
  • There are facilities on board the train and lunch options in Mallaig.
  • This tour is subject to a 50% cancellation fee up to 4 weeks before departure and 100% within 3 weeks.
  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted to travel.
  • It is solely your responsibility to ensure you board the return coach from Mallaig to Fort William at the correct time.
  • Our driver guide does not join you on the train or during your time in Mallaig, this is free time to enjoy as you wish.
  • Stopping at Glenfinnan is subject to parking being available.
  • Please note that on occasion this tour may operate in reverse of the above itinerary where you will board the afternoon train from Mallaig to Fort William

It's hard to believe that it's over 20 years since JK Rowling published her debut novel, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Back then, no one could have predicted the wildly successful book sales and box office smashing blockbusters that would follow. Here in Scotland, you can see where the Edinburgh-dweller found her inspiration, and where all magic began.



Your tour will depart early morning from The Elephant House, 21 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, Edinburgh, from where you will

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Restrictions
Not suitable for children under 6 years of age This tour is subject to a 50% cancellation fee up to 4 weeks before departure and 100% cancellation fee within 3 weeks. Stopping at Glenfinnan is subject to parking being available
Highlights
  • Experience Scotland's spectacular scenery and see for yourself the filming locations of your favourite Harry Potter movies
  • Rannoch Moor & Glen Coe - Enjoy the views of the awe-inspiring wilderness and spot the film locations
  • Fort William & Mallaig - Board the Jacobite steam train (aka the Hogwarts Express) and travel like Harry did
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct - Featuring in many of the Harry Potter films, a journey across the viaduct offers an experience and photo opportunities not to be missed
  • Pitlochry - Stretch your legs before heading back to Edinburgh at this beautiful Victorian resort
Includes
  • Jacobite Steam Train journey, single journey
  • Knowledgeable tour manager on board
Excludes
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Hotel drop off service - We will drop you off at The Elephant House, where JK Rowling wrote the Potter books over coffee and cake in this relaxed writer/reader-friendly cafe
Essential Information
  • Please come prepared. Dress comfortable and for all weathers.
  • This excursion is a long day to cover the distance and make the train departure time. Please ensure you carry water and snacks.
  • There are facilities on board the train and lunch options in Mallaig.
  • This tour is subject to a 50% cancellation fee up to 4 weeks before departure and 100% within 3 weeks.
  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted to travel.
  • It is solely your responsibility to ensure you board the return coach from Mallaig to Fort William at the correct time.
  • Our driver guide does not join you on the train or during your time in Mallaig, this is free time to enjoy as you wish.
  • Stopping at Glenfinnan is subject to parking being available.
  • Please note that on occasion this tour may operate in reverse of the above itinerary where you will board the afternoon train from Mallaig to Fort William
Restrictions
Not suitable for children under 6 years of age This tour is subject to a 50% cancellation fee up to 4 weeks before departure and 100% cancellation fee within 3 weeks. Stopping at Glenfinnan is subject to parking being available
Itinerary

It's hard to believe that it's over 20 years since JK Rowling published her debut novel, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Back then, no one could have predicted the wildly successful book sales and box office smashing blockbusters that would follow. Here in Scotland, you can see where the Edinburgh-dweller found her inspiration, and where all magic began.



Your tour will depart early morning from The Elephant House, 21 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, Edinburgh, from where you will

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Customer Reviews

4.1
based on 13 verified reviews
Sep 12 2026
Driver Mohammad was the best! The scenery was so amazing, highly recommend!
a Gray Line customer
Aug 26 2025
an exceptional tour with a humorous and historically knowledgeable guide
Ms Brenda Orcutt
May 10 2025
Driver arrived early was super friendly and knowledgeable. He made the entire experience well worth our time. I couldn’t say more to compliment him on this tour we had a great time.
Mr Jimmie Nelson
Aug 6 2024
Ian was great, providing lots of interesting info on the way, simplified in a great way. Sheep sheep!
a Gray Line customer
Jul 30 2024
Beautiful Scottish highlands that just have to be seen. A steam train ride that must be experienced. Very demanding and fast for one day. Unfortunately, if you get seats on the right side of the train - you don't see much and you don't take any pictures. For the same price seats on the left with beautiful views ' for us on the right disappointing. Stewardess was unfocused, therefore interesting places reported late while you were away. You can't buy anything on the train because the 3rd class operator won't be able to come and you're not allowed to walk on the train. I rate the bus positively if you are not travelling with fellow passengers who are closing their curtains while on a sightseeing trip. We're delighted to have done this tour, but for the second time we'd probably be opting for our own way of exploring the beautiful highlands.
paní Karolína Böhmová
Jul 23 2024
Long but excellent. Ian was brilliant - funny and professional.
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