Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow
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A stunning day tour from Glasgow that takes us to locations from movies such as Skyfall, Highlander and Harry Potter. We’ll travel to Glencoe and the ‘Road to the Isles’, from Fort William to Glenfinnan. Watch the Jacobite Steam Train as it crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct (Apr- Oct), a Scottish icon that’s famous for its classic Victorian engineering. It's also known as the ‘Harry Potter bridge’ that takes the boy wizard to Hogwarts
Your experience
Stop 1
Luss is on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Not only will we stop here for morning refreshments, but to enjoy some wonderful views of Loch Lomond. Ben Lomond, Scotland’s most southerly Munro, (mountains over 3000 feet high) can also be viewed from here.
Stop 2
Glencoe was the setting to one of the most infamous periods in Scottish history, the Glencoe massacre which took place in 1692. The beautiful scenery is a visitors must see. We stop at Glencoe Visitor Centre to allow time to learn more about the history of the glen. The centre is also home to the turf house where you‘ll be able to see what life must have been like for the 500-600 strong community that lived here in 17th century Glencoe. We travel through the glen twice (morning and evening) and stop for photos and to take in the landscape while we are there.
Stop 3
In the shadows of Ben Nevis lies the holiday town of Fort William. We travel through the town in the morning to join the romantic 'Road to the Isles'
Stop 4
We have plenty of time to visit Glenfinnan as the views here are simply spectacular. You will see the 21 arches of the majestic Glenfinnan Viaduct curve through the glen in a scene immortalised as the route to Harry Potter’s Hogwarts (from April 2- Oct we aim to reach the viaduct in time to see the Jacobite Steam Train crossing over). The Glenfinnan Monument lies at the head of Loch Shiel and was erected in 1815, to honour the Jacobites who fought and died in the cause of Bonnie Prince Charlie. There will also be time to pay entrance to visit the monument if you wish.
Stop 5
After travelling back through Glencoe & Rannoch moor, our last stop of the evening will be within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, where you can enjoy an early evening refreshment before our return to Glasgow.
What’s included
- Services of your Driver-Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transportation by mini coach
Not included
- Meals and Refreshments
- Entrance to Glenfinnan Monument, £5.50 per adult, £4 per child/conc which can be paid on the day.
Meeting and pickup
Our tours depart from between stance 23 - 32. Please check in 15 minutes before departure. The station information board will display the exact stance for the tour. If you do not arrive on time for check in you will unfortunately miss your tour.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are unable to accommodate children under 5.
- Our tours depart from between stance 23 - 32. Please check in 15 minutes before departure. The station information board will display the exact stance for the tour. If you do not arrive on time for check in you will unfortunately miss your tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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