3 Day Isle of Skye, 'Hogwarts Express' Train and Highlands Tour

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3 days (approximately)
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Experience the Highland beauty of the Isle of Skye on a 3-day excursion from Edinburgh. You'll spend two nights on the Isle of Skye, see legendary Loch Ness and ride one of the world's most famous steam trains, the Jacobite Steam Train, as seen in the Harry Potter films.

What's Included

Steam Train between Mallaig and Fort William
Transport by air-conditioned midi-coach
2 nights accommodation in 3-star B&B or hotels
Visit at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Local English Speaking Guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour will depart at 7:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Edinburgh to Portree

    5 stops
  • 1
    Glencoe

    We head north through the dramatic scenery of the Rannoch Moor before stopping at Highland gem Glen Coe.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We arrive at Fort William, where we embark the Jacobite Steam Train for an approximately 2-hour ride along the Scottish west coast.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Glenfinnan Viaduct

    During your ride on the Jacobite Steam Train, you will cross the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mallaig

    Our train ride ends in the quaint fishing village of Mallaig with its beautiful harbour.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Portree

    Our day ends in the colourful main town of the Isle of Skye, Portree. here, we have time to have a fine meal at one of the local restaurants or enjoy a drink at a traditional pub.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Isle of Skye

    4 stops
  • 6
    The Old Man of Storr

    View the iconic Old Man of Storr

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Kilt Rock

    Visit Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

    A visit to the Isle of Skye is incomplete without learning the fascinating history and clan legend of Dunvegan Castle. Built during 13th and 14th centuries this Hebridean stronghold is the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland and has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for the past 800 years

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Isle of Skye

    end your day of exploring the Isle of Skye

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Portree to Edinburgh

    5 stops
  • 10
    Eilean Donan Castle

    We visit the romantic Eilean Donan Castle perched atop a small island where two lochs meet. It's one-of-a-kind castle with its own intriguing history.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 11

    Visitthe Dundreggan Rewilding Centre where we delve into the admirable work of Trees for Life, a charity committed to the revival of Scotland's ancient Caledonian Pine Forest.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 12
    Loch Ness

    We get the chance to hunt for the elusive 'Nessie' at Loch Ness while exploring the shores of the Highland village of Fort Augustus.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Commando Monument

    We stop at the Commando Memorial and enjoy views of ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. (Views are weather depending)

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Dunkeld

    We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please select room type when booking.
  • Minimum age is 5 years, we are unable to accommodate children under this age
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
Supplied by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

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