Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Overview
A perfect tour for Harry Potter fans; visit Glenfinnan Viaduct, famous for the Hogwarts Express, and take your iconic photo as the train crosses the bridge; explore Fort William and Glencoe in this one-day tour.
This tour is also now available in two departure timeslots: 7:15am or 8:15am. Please pay close attention to what timeslot you select.
Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.
Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by an independent third-party provider. Running dates, timetables, and service updates are subject to the train operator. Please refer to the official Jacobite Steam Train website for the latest service updates and information.
What's Included
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Walk to Glenfinnan`s viewpoint.
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
- Food & Drinks
- Gratuities
- Restroom on board
- WiFi on board
Meeting Location
Castle Terrace
outside the, NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Callander
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park (pass by)
Glencoe
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fort William
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Neptune's Staircase (pass by)
Glenfinnan Viaduct
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Pitlochry
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years old
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.
- This tour is available in two time slots: 7:15am departure, or 8:15am departure. Please pay close attention to what time slot you book.
- The 7:15am departure is scheduled to see the afternoon Jacobite Steam Train service, while the 8:15am departure is scheduled to see the morning service.
- The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by another company. As such, we cannot guarantee that it will be running or that your tour and the train will meet up at the same time. For times please check the official West Coast Railways website.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour 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.
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Live commentary on board.
- Walk to Glenfinnan`s viewpoint.
- Knowledgeable driver-guide.
- Food & Drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Restroom on board.
- WiFi on board.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Walk to Glenfinnan`s viewpoint.
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
- Food & Drinks
- Gratuities
- Restroom on board
- WiFi on board
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years old
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.
- This tour is available in two time slots: 7:15am departure, or 8:15am departure. Please pay close attention to what time slot you book.
- The 7:15am departure is scheduled to see the afternoon Jacobite Steam Train service, while the 8:15am departure is scheduled to see the morning service.
- The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by another company. As such, we cannot guarantee that it will be running or that your tour and the train will meet up at the same time. For times please check the official West Coast Railways website.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers
