Private Harry Potter, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Highlands tour Glasgow

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About this activity

Join us for a private tour as we embark on a truly magical Harry Potter-themed pilgrimage through the heart of Scotland and into the Highlands.

Meet our famous 'Highland Coos'.

From a suitable vantage point, view the Hogwarts Express as it crosses the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct.

Reflect at the poignant Commando Memorial with views of Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in Great Britain.

Marvel at the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Highlands at Glencoe, and visit the site of Hagrid's Hut.

Make ever-lasting fond memories that capture the true essence of Scotland.

NOTE

The Jacobite train is not operational between 25th October and the 27th March, in these months we will still visit the Viaduct.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Punjabi, Portuguese, English, French, Urdu, Spanish
Operated by: E2G Travel

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Snacks in the form of Scottish delicacies
Included: Bottled water
Included: Private Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Stirling Castle

Passing by

One of the most important and largest castles in Scottish history. Stirling Castle sits on top of a hill of volcanic rock above the town of Stirling.
Stop 2

30 min

A great stop, restrooms and coffee shop, of course our main attraction is to hand feed our much loved 'Highland Coos'.
Dalwhinnie Distillery

Passing by

Dalwhinnie Distillery, famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level.
Commando Monument

15 min

90 mins away is The Commando Monument, a large three-figure bronze statue commemorating the service and sacrifice given by thousands of Allied troops during the Second World War, with Ben Nevis looming in the background.
Glenfinnan Viaduct

1 h 30 min

A 30-minute drive takes us to our main attraction.

Embrace the magical setting of this world-famous Harry Potter film location and witness the ‘Hogwarts Express’ steam train crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct.

It is our aim to arrive by 12:20pm, the Jacobite train can be best seen form the hill beyond the viaduct, it is a 25 min walk, with the train expected between 1:10 and 1:30pm
Fort William

20 min

Rising above all other mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis is the tallest and overshadows Fort William. We will take you to a vantage point where you will be able to take in the scenery and take in those captivating photos.

A 30-minute drive from the Viaduct.
Clachaig

20 min

Hagrids Hut, once sat in the Clachaig gulley, at the beginning of the Glencoe mountain range. Both the Prisoner of Azkaban and the Order of the Phoenix were filmed here.

Unfortunately, the hut is no longer here, but it is a short walk from where it once stood.
The Three Sisters

20 min

The Three Sisters of Glencoe - the most photographed place in Scotland - are three mountain peaks formed 420 million years ago by a super volcano, and the valley below was carved by glaciers over millions of years.

There is a hidden glen behind it that was used by the MacDonald clan to hide cattle stolen from their neighbors.

A 30-minute drive from Fort William.
Rannoch Moor

10 min

A 20-minute drive takes us to Rannoch moor, which is often referred to as the most desolate place in the UK, due to being the largest bog expanse in the British Isles. It was also used as the setting for the filming of scenes of Harry Potter Deathly Hallows.
Loch Tulla Viewpoint

20 min

A 5-minute drive takes us to Loch Tulla viewpoint encompasses everything that The Highlands have to offer, from rising mountains to lochs and pine forests.
Inveruglas

20 min

A great vantage point of Loch Lomond is the pyramid-shaped raised platform in Inveruglas. This is a good stop being both 45 minutes from Loch Tulla and 45 minutes from Glasgow, your final stop at your accommodation/hotel or airbnb

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Sandyford Hotel
Smiths Hotel
citizenM Glasgow
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
The Wellington Glasgow by Adina
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG
Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Bw Signature Collection
AC Hotel Glasgow
The Pipers' Tryst Hotel
Sandyford Lodge
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
Clifton Hotel

and 112 more pickup points

We are happy to pick up from Hotels, Guest houses, and Airbnb.

This tour is approximately 12 hours long, with 7 hours of driving and around 5 hours spent out of the vehicle at the various stops/attractions.

It's a long day with much to see.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is included on the total tour duration
The Jacobite train might not run at all for the 2026 season.
Uk cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults
Occasionally the Jacobite train is replaced with a diesel train, on these occasions it is beyond our control