Edinburgh · JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN TOURS
The locomotive runs Fort William to Mallaig across Glenfinnan Viaduct, roughly late spring to autumn, and seats sell out months ahead. These 11 trips include them — nearly all run multiple days, and the entries say plainly which ones ride the train and which only watch it cross.
Ride the Jacobite Steam Train from Mallaig, see Hogwarts-style viaduct views, and tour Pitlochry, Glenfinnan, and Glencoe from Edinburgh.
“Hogwarts express Glenfinnan viaduct Fort William Mallaig Pitlochry Glencoe Caledonian canal Three sisters of glens Lochs Ben Nevis The tour guide was excellent.”
3 days from Edinburgh to Skye and Loch Ness with Glencoe stops plus the Jacobite steam train, overnight Portree stays, and guided highlights.
“Isle of Skye is a gorgeous area .....lots of scenery (especially when it's sunny.... we were very lucky!) Our driver was very knowledgeable and friendly, despite the fact that she had only been driving this route for @ 6 months! Despite the long distance riding in a bus, I would definitely recommend this trip as a way to get out of the city and see the spectacular countryside of Scotland!”
Ride the Jacobite Steam Train on the Hogwarts Express route from Edinburgh, with Highlands stops at Glen Coe and Glenfinnan Viaduct.
“Tom was absolutely fantastic driver and guide, we got to stop at some of the most stunning areas in the highlands and especially loved the Jacobite Train journey back down to Fort William.”
See Loch Ness, Culloden, and Glen Coe in two days, plus the Jacobite steam train known as the Hogwarts Express.
“Very good. Steven B had to do some adjustments as weather prevented some, but we did make a good seeing and activities in HL.”
Five days from Edinburgh through Loch Ness and Skye, with the Jacobite Steam Train. Coach, ferry, cruises, whisky tasting and breakfasts.
“Just an incredible trip!! Sinclair, our driver and guide, made this the most memorable trip ever! Such full days - learned so much about Scottish history, enjoyed the gorgeous scenery, and shared the trip with a fabulous group of people from all over the globe!”
See Jacobite battlefields, Loch Ness, Fort Augustus overnight, and the Hogwarts Express steam train on a 2-day Highlands loop from Edinburgh.
“Our tour guide, Ian, was attentive, knowledgeable and had us laughing throughout our 2-day adventure. Being able to ride the train and then watch its return journey from a great vantage point on a hill near the viaduct was magical. We loved every bit of all we saw and did on this tour. We highly recommend it!”
6 days across the Outer Hebrides and Skye with included B&B, ferries, and a guided coach ride, plus optional Jacobite steam train.
“Tour guide Sophie made this an amazing trip. Not only was she an amazing driver but she was knowledgable,kind and made the driving time so fun. Some on the tour stayed at actual B&B which i was expecting but the hotels did serve breakfast. All with friendly and accommodating staff.”
13.5-hour Highlands day trip from Edinburgh with the Jacobite Steam Train, Harry Potter filming spots, Glenfinnan photos, and a small breakfast.
“We wanted the full magical Highland experience, not just the train ride. Unfortunately, aside from the train itself, everything else was disappointing—mainly due to poor organization by the tour provider. The bus arrived late and was overbooked, leaving two passengers without seats. To avoid missing the train, we set off towards Mallaig anyway, with the plan that a larger bus would meet us at our first stop. However, the replacement bus was unsuitable, which meant we had to wait nearly two hours in a small town where most shops were closed—and it was raining—just for the right bus to finally arrive. As a result, all other scheduled stops were cancelled.…”
Edinburgh to Isle of Skye in a small group with Glen Coe, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan, and a one-way Jacobite-style steam train.
“It was great! The guide, Rose, was an excellent story teller! She even had Harry Potter & Outlander costumes for us :)”
4 days from Edinburgh to Skye and the Jacobite Steam Train, plus Loch Lomond, Glencoe, castles, and small-group comfort.
“Fantastic 4 days enjoying Isle of Skye and surroundings. Cameron is a great driver and expert tour guide, full of energy, information, stories. Our days were filled with amazing sights and adventures, never a boring minute. We had a chance to go to Glenfinnan viaduct but missed the train by two minutes. Is doable and proper planning would have given us the opportunity to see the train go by. Clarification of the end point would be helpful. We were dropped off on the other side of Waverly station and all of us had a long walk to the hotels near Royal Mile where the tour started.”
3 days from Edinburgh into the Highlands and Skye, plus the Jacobite Steam Train, Nessie hunting, and Eilean Donan views.
“The itinerary was followed on time despite a small challenge on the road in Day 1 that is out of the driver's control. We managed to be on board the Jacobite train which is the main highlight of Day 1 Tour. My fave tour is on Day 2, the Isle of Skye was phenomenal! I did not expect it to be glorious. The driver played the requested songs from passengers the whole journey. There's a surprise visit to the highland coos at Day 3. My first and only taste of Scottish Whiskey I experienced from the tour itself, courtesy of the professional driver/ tour guide.Read more”
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