About this experience
Steam into history on this two-day tour that combines a guided bus journey through historic landscapes and a trip on the Jacobite Steam Train. Explore the Highlands and see the Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Highlights
- Take a moment to reflect at Culloden
- Visit the mysterious and beautiful Glen Coe
- See Standing Stones at Clava Cairns
- Join a cruise on Loch Ness and visit Urquhart Castle
- Experience a ride on the famous Jacobite Steam Train
What's included
- Bus transportation
- One way journey on the Jacobite Steam Train
- English-speaking guide
- Bed and Breakfast accommodation
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
This 2-day guided bus tour takes you from Edinburgh and through the Scottish Highlands. You will join the world-famous Jacobite Steam Train, known as the Hogwarts Express, known as one of the most beautiful journeys in the world! You will enjoy and overnight stay in Fort Augustus, at the south end of Loch Ness.
Itinerary
Day 1
Wave goodbye to Edinburgh's Old Town and begin your journey north. Our comfortable bus will take you north to explore the pretty town of Pitlochry. You will then continue through the breath-taking Drumochter Pass skirting the stunning peaks of the Cairngorm National Park. We will then visit Culloden, the last stand of the Jacobites against government forces and Clava Cairns, where you can see some incredible standing stones. Finally we will visit the world's most famous loch - Loch Ness! At Loch Ness, you will have the opportunity to join a cruise and visit Urquhart Castle.
The first day ends in Fort Augustus, a quaint highland town. Overnight at a B&B in Fort Augustus.
Day 2
Take a steam train journey back in time. The Jacobite steam train route has been rated as one of the world's great train journeys. Travel past Britain's highest mountain, deepest loch, shortest river, and westernmost train station. Cross the viaduct featured in the Harry Potter movies and pass the Glenfinnan Monument, where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard at the beginning of the 1745 Jacobite rising.
Have lunch in the west coast town of Mallaig, where you can taste the best of Scottish seafood. Head back to Edinburgh via Glen Coe. Visit Glen Coe, where the MacDonalds were betrayed, and then experience the beauty of Rannoch Moor and Stirlingshire en route.
Terms & conditions
• Children policy: We do not accept children under the age of 3 on any of our tours. We do accept children of 3 years old and above on all tours, providing valid proof of age, such as passport or birth certificate
• Please note the luggage restrictions. Maximum weight: 15kg, maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry-on
• Please note that the Loch Ness cruise and Urquhart Castle visit are subject to availability and may not be possible on all dates.