Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Great Glen Private Tour from Inverness

4.9 (197 reviews) Inverness, Scotland
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Would you like to visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the famous bridge crossed by the Hogwarts Express steam train in the Harry Potter movies? Would you like to take in beautiful views of Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the UK?

Why not take a trip into the absolutely stunning Lochaber region in the West Highlands of Scotland and see the Great Glen all in the comfort of one of our 8-seater vehicles?

This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.

Options

Group up to 8 people

Group up to 8 people

Group up to 3 people

Group up to 3 people

What's included

  • Air Conditioned Vehicle - Land Rover or Minibus
  • Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
  • Professional Kilted Tour Guide
  • Private Transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Entry fees to attractions
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to Urquhart Castle
  • Train journey from Fort William to Mallaig

What to expect

  1. Happy Tours
    15m
    Meet and Greet in front of the Columba Hotel for departure of all our tours

    Meet at 8:00am for leaving at 8:15am
  2. Glenfinnan Viaduct
    1h
    Catch a glimpse of the Hogwarts Express steam train as it passes over the viaduct as seen in the Harry Potter movies.

    Well known as a film and television location Glenfinnan is where amid the stunning scenery the 1745 jacobite uprising began
  3. Fort William
    1h
    Lunch stop in the town of Fort William with a great selection of cafes and shops, all in the shadow of the UK's highest mountain peak Ben Nevis
  4. Commando Monument
    30m
    Unveiled in 1952 this memorial is in remembrance of those who have served in the British Commandos Regiment, past and present.
  5. Fort Augustus
    30m
    Wander along the lock gates of the Caledonian Canal built by Thomas Telford in the 19th century. Marvel at the vastness of Loch Ness from the mouth of the canal, admiring the view of the entirety of Loch Ness and maybe glimpse Nessie!
  6. Urquhart Castle
    15m
    A brief stop to admire the views of the Castle and Loch Ness and a wonderful photo opportunity

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meeting 7:45am start

End point

Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meeting 7:45am start

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children (ages 2 to 17) must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately
  • Due to the duration of the tour, this is not recommended for children under 6
  • Booster seats are available on request
  • This tour is not available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.

Cancellation policy

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

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