Scotland: Private "Harry Potter" Countryside Sightseeing Tour
Discover Scotland's rugged beauty with the help of your very own private guide to show you local landmarks and some of the most scenic countryside spots on this "Harry Potter"-themed tour setting off from Edinburgh. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and let your guide plan the itinerary. See the Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you'll recognise from the films, Doune Castle, and more.
Highlights
- ✓Get picked up straight from your Edinburgh accommodation
- ✓Let your driver handle the traffic and winding country roads
- ✓Try your luck spotting and even hand-feeding Highland cows
- ✓An ideal Scotland experience for "Harry Potter" fans
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Forth Road Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering.
- ✓A great stop, restrooms and coffee shop, of course our main attraction is to hand feed our much loved 'Highland Coos'.
- ✓Dalwhinnie Distillery, famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level.
- ✓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.
- ✓A 30 min 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
- ✓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 min drive from the Viaduct
- ✓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 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 neighbours. 30 min drive from Fort William
- ✓A 20 min drive takes us to Rannoch moor, it 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
- ✓A 5 min drive takes us to Loch Tulla viewpoint encompasses everything that The Highlands have to offer, from rising mountains to lochs and pine forests.
- ✓Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the Highland Hairy 'Coos' at Callander Woolen Mill. A 60 mins drive from Tulla Loch
- ✓A 20 min drive from Kilmahog is Doune Castle, an important Scottish historic castle, which was also a filming location for popular TV and cinema pictures, such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Quick stop for photos. 1 hr drive back to Edinburgh
- ✓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.
- ✓The Kelpies are the largest equine statues in the world, and were commissioned not only as a homage to the horses used in the Scottish coal mines, but also as a representation of the mythical Kelpies from Scottish fairy folklore.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Carrots for the Highland 'Coos'
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Lunch
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 in a 4-passenger sized vehicle.
Occasionally, the Jacobite train is replaced with a diesel train for operational reasons. This is completely beyond our control.
Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you.
Pickup from Hotel, Airbnb, Guest House or other holiday accommodation.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Scotland: Private "Harry Potter" Countryside Sightseeing Tour
Discover Scotland's rugged beauty with the help of your very own private guide to show you local landmarks and some of the most scenic countryside spots on this "Harry Potter"-themed tour setting off from Edinburgh. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and let your guide plan the itinerary. See the Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you'll recognise from the films, Doune Castle, and more.
Highlights
- ✓Get picked up straight from your Edinburgh accommodation
- ✓Let your driver handle the traffic and winding country roads
- ✓Try your luck spotting and even hand-feeding Highland cows
- ✓An ideal Scotland experience for "Harry Potter" fans
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Forth Road Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering.
- ✓A great stop, restrooms and coffee shop, of course our main attraction is to hand feed our much loved 'Highland Coos'.
- ✓Dalwhinnie Distillery, famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level.
- ✓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.
- ✓A 30 min 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
- ✓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 min drive from the Viaduct
- ✓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 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 neighbours. 30 min drive from Fort William
- ✓A 20 min drive takes us to Rannoch moor, it 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
- ✓A 5 min drive takes us to Loch Tulla viewpoint encompasses everything that The Highlands have to offer, from rising mountains to lochs and pine forests.
- ✓Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the Highland Hairy 'Coos' at Callander Woolen Mill. A 60 mins drive from Tulla Loch
- ✓A 20 min drive from Kilmahog is Doune Castle, an important Scottish historic castle, which was also a filming location for popular TV and cinema pictures, such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Quick stop for photos. 1 hr drive back to Edinburgh
- ✓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.
- ✓The Kelpies are the largest equine statues in the world, and were commissioned not only as a homage to the horses used in the Scottish coal mines, but also as a representation of the mythical Kelpies from Scottish fairy folklore.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Carrots for the Highland 'Coos'
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Lunch
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 in a 4-passenger sized vehicle.
Occasionally, the Jacobite train is replaced with a diesel train for operational reasons. This is completely beyond our control.
Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you.
Pickup from Hotel, Airbnb, Guest House or other holiday accommodation.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.