From Edinburgh: 2-Day Highlands Tour with Hogwarts Express 2 Guests Twin Room with 2 Single Beds and a Private Bathroom
ID: GYG33585-272495
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Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
1 days
Description
Spend 2 days in the Scottish Highlands and experience a ride on the Jacobite steam train, also known as the “Hogwarts Express,” as you learn about the history of the Jacobites.
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.
Highlights
- Join a cruise on Loch Ness and visit Urquhart Castle
- Experience a ride on the famous Jacobite Steam Train
- Visit the mysterious and beautiful Glen Coe
- See Standing Stones at Clava Cairns
- Take a moment to reflect at Culloden
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children under 3 years old are not allowed to join this tour
• 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.
Check-in inside Caffe Nero on Edinburgh's Royal Mile
INCLUDED
- Bus transportation
- One-way train ticket for Jacobite Train
- English-speaking guide
- Bed and Breakfast accommodation
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.