Glasgow: Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan - 2 Day Tour

Day 1: Travelling from Glasgow to Fort William

1. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
   30m
   Our tour will begin in Glasgow City Centre and from there, we will head north, passing by the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and stopping for a comfort break in the scenic loch-side village of Luss.
2. Inveraray
   1h 10m
   We continue west, passing the magnificent Rest and Be Thankful pass before arriving in Inveraray.
   
   Home to the spectacular Inveraray Castle, which you might recognise from Downton Abbey, the Royal Burgh of Inveraray makes for a perfect stop. We will take time here to enjoy the loch-side views, explore the streets, and grab some lunch before continuing north into the Highlands.
3. Glencoe
   15m
   On our way north, we will pass through dramatic Glencoe, site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan. You might recognise this valley from James Bond’s Skyfall. We will take time here to learn about the area’s history, as well as getting some fantastic photos.
4. Glenfinnan Viaduct
   45m
   Following a quick comfort break in the area, we will continue on to the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you may recognise from the Harry Potter movies. During summer months, we will arrive with time to see the Jacobite Steam Train (or Hogwarts Express) crossing the bridge and get that famous photo.
   
   Please note: the Jacobite Steam Train is operated by a third party and as such we cannot guarantee that it will be running or that the tour will meet up with the train in time to see it crossing the viaduct.
5. Fort William
   14h
   We then end our exciting first day of touring by arriving in Fort William, where you will check in to your accommodation for the night.

Day 2: Travelling from Fort William to Edinburgh

1. Eilean Donan Castle
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   After a hearty highland breakfast, we will begin our second day of touring by checking out of our accommodation and heading north to Glengarry Viewpoint, offering spectacular views. Keep an eye out for how Loch Garry looks for the viewpoint, as it is meant to look like a bird’s eye view of mainland Scotland.
   
   From that brilliant view, our tour continues eastwards towards Scotland’s most photographed castle, Eilean Donan. Take time here to explore the castle and its grounds and learn about its fascinating history.
2. Fort Augustus
   1h
   Our tour then heads to the beautiful town of Fort Augustus, at the foot of Loch Ness. We will spend time here for lunch, and to take in the views of Loch Ness - and keep an eye out for Nessie of course!
3. Commando Monument
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   From Fort Augustus, we begin to head south, stopping at the Commando Memorial on the way. Here, take time to learn about the memorial and enjoy views of Ben Nevis, Britain’s tallest mountain.
4. Pitlochry
   30m
   On our return journey to Edinburgh, enjoy a relaxing journey through a beautiful highland setting. We will enjoy a comfort break in Dunkeld or Pitlochry where you can soak up the atmosphere in these picturesque towns.
5. Forth Road Bridge
   Pass by
   We then begin the final stretch of our journey back towards Edinburgh, crossing over the impressive Queensferry Crossing. This engineering giant spans the Firth of Forth, and joins the Forth Road Bridge and iconic Forth Rail Bridge, representing 3 centuries of Scottish engineering and innovation. After a short journey, we then arrive back in Edinburgh, where our 2-day Eilean Donan, Loch Ness and the Highlands tour comes to an end.
   
   If continuing to Glasgow, your guide will take you to Edinburgh Waverley railway station for the 50 minute journey by train.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 4 years old.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
• If booking your own accommodation, you must book within 2km of Fort William town centre.
• Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width.
• The tour starts at 9am in Edinburgh and picks up Glasgow passengers at 10am.
• Please note: The Jacobite Steam Train is operated by an independent third-party provider. Running dates, timetables, and service updates are subject to the train operator. Please refer to the official Jacobite Steam Train website for the latest service updates and information