Overview
This Tour will get your fill of seeing amazing scenery from start to finish. Locations that comes with 420 million years of geological changes is just one of the many places we have in store for you.
Travel the Great Glen to view the 'Harry Potter Hogwarts Express' [Jacobite Steam Train] as it crosses the spectacular Glenfinnan Viaduct to 'Hogwarts'. See the Monument on the other side on the banks of Loch Shiel which signifies the 1745 Jacobite Rising.
Explore Fort William and its quaint local shops, cafes and restaurants. We'll take you to Glencoe where an infamous tragic account of Clan battles struck. It was also where Hagrid's cottage was located.
Please know that the Itinerary can change at any time due to unforeseen situations like Attractions private events, Operating hours of Exhibition Centres, etc. Rest assured that we can take you to other equally amazing alternative Attraction.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pick-Up and Drop-Off within Inverness or enroute
Our experienced Tour Guide is an actual Highlander in a Kilt
Great customer service and relaxed Highland hospitality
Fun, interesting and engaging conversation
A sanitized, easy to spot luxury vehicle
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Look out for a ginger Peugeot Traveller in front of the Church with Aye Tours Scotland logo on it.
End point
Any location enroute or back to the Pick-Up point.
What to expect
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Spean Bridge
1 hour 20 min
Your tour starts off on a 70 minute road trip drive along the Great Glen. Passing through the majestic Loch Ness on to Loch Oich with a brief stop at the Well Of The Seven Heads. You will learn the gruesome history of Clan warfare.
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Glenfinnan
2 hours 40 min
We then drive out for about 50 minutes to Glenfinnan, to the very spot where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his Standard to begin the Jacobite rebellion of 1745. By coincidence, this is also the place where the Harry Potter Hogwarts Express was filmed. Giving you the opportunity to watch this amazing train passby on the nearby Glenfinnan Viaduct. The scenery is simply stunning all round that it's not surprising to be a favorite film location.
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Fort William
1 hour 45 min
We'll then head out to take you to a quaint little town where there's a variety of restaurants/cafes for you to choose from to have lunch, a little wander around usually gives off a local vibe experience.
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Glencoe
2 hours
We arrive at one of the must-visit places in Scotland. Famously beautiful with its geological terrain but also holds a most tragic history. The sense of drama with this unique landscape can take your breath away. It makes for an epic hike or a stroll down it's stream.
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Commando Monument
1 hour
Heading back along the way, we stop by the Commando Memorial. Get to learn about the young men who carried out their Commando training here in this wild country. It is also one of those spots where you have a great panoramic view of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK.
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Fort Augustus
1 hour
Stretch out your legs as we take a break from our road trip. Explore picturesque Fort Augustus with it's famous canal loch and great views of Loch Ness.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- If you have any medical condition, don't forget to bring your prescribed medication or take them before your tour starts. Bring a bug spray if you are prone to insect bites during summer time, meds for motion sickness, etc. Your health, comfort and well-being will ultimately be up to you.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
FAQs about Harry Potter sites to Glencoe [Private Day-Tour]
Can I cancel Harry Potter sites to Glencoe [Private Day-Tour] for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Look out for a ginger Peugeot Traveller in front of the Church with Aye Tours Scotland logo on it. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Pick-Up and Drop-Off within Inverness or enroute
- Our experienced Tour Guide is an actual Highlander in a Kilt
- Great customer service and relaxed Highland hospitality
- Fun, interesting and engaging conversation
- A sanitized, easy to spot luxury vehicle
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Spean Bridge, Glenfinnan, Fort William, Glencoe, Commando Monument, Fort Augustus.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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