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Harry Potter Train & The Scenic Highlands (7.30am Departure)

1 dayDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
20 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Loch Ness

Jacobite Steam Train (Hogwarts Express)

Fort Augustus 

Commando Memorial

Mallaig

Itinerary

All aboard for a magical day as you set out from Inverness to experience some of Scotland’s most breathtaking scenery. This unforgettable trip takes you along the idyllic west coast, revealing ancient ruins, poignant war memorials, and inviting beaches framed by dramatic mountain vistas. The highlight of your journey is a spectacular two-hour ride on the legendary Jacobite Steam Train, renowned for its appearance in the Harry Potter films and its traverse over the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct. Regularly ranked among the world’s most scenic railways, this tour combines the charm of Scotland’s natural beauty with cinematic history, making it a must for travelers seeking an extraordinary railway adventure. The unique selling point: the opportunity to ride the famous Harry Potter train route while soaking in some of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes.

day 1 - Harry Potter Train & The Scenic Highlands

Our Jacobite Steam Train tour departs from Inverness, starting with a journey along the world-famous Loch Ness and stopping for photos above the ruins of Urquhart Castle. We continue south and visit the Commando Memorial which overlooks the Nevis Range, home to the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Next, it’s time to set your sights upon the Jacobite Steam Train and hop aboard the train at Fort William.

Your journey through magnificent landscapes will end in the fishing port of Mallaig where you can try fresh seafood for lunch or explore the town.

Watch as awe-inspiring scenery unfolds before you as we take the stunning ‘Road to the Isles’ en route to the charming Highland village of Fort Augustus. Here, we get the chance to explore the Caledonian Canal and take a stroll by the shores of Loch Ness. Finally, we visit Dores Beach on the banks of Loch Ness, arriving back into Inverness in the evening.

Harry Potter Train & The Scenic Highlands (7.30am Departure)

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Passionate Local GuideForeign Language Audio Guide AvailableAudio guide links will be provided after booking. Please download over WiFi and bring your own headphones
Others
Live Commentary & Storytelling in EnglishReturn Coach from InvernessJacobite Steam Train

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