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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Edinburgh

5.0 · 222 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Discover Scotland Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
12h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Combine Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct and Loch Shiel, with time to explore Glenfinnan and take photos.

A driver-guide and air-conditioned mini-coach transport are included; meals and entry to Glenfinnan Monument are extra. 4.99 from 222 reviews at €80 per person for 12h.

In our comparison: #5 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €80 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Transportation by Mini-Coach
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of your Driver-Guide
  • Meals and Refreshments
  • Glenfinnan Monument - Adult £5.00, Concession £4.00, Child £4.00

Children from €77 (ages 5 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

5.0
222 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 222 of 222

Star breakdown of all 222 ratings

5 stars
220 · 99%
4 stars
2 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the storytelling and Highland scenery; the main caveat is how much of the trip is spent in the vehicle.

Praised

  • Guides explain Scottish history and folklore with humour and engaging stories
  • Highland scenery, especially Glencoe and the Glenfinnan Viaduct
  • Regular stops for photos, refreshments and toilet breaks
  • Comfortable minibuses and a personal atmosphere in the smaller groups
  • Watching the steam train cross the viaduct is a frequent highlight

Complaints

  • Much of the trip is spent sitting in the vehicle
  • Other passengers sometimes talk over the guide

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 July 2025 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Our tour departs from Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh (Opposite Howie's restaurant). what3words:///decay.laws.likes. Check in is at 07:45 for an 08:00 departure. Please ensure you check in on time. IMPORTANT: There are 2 Howie's in Edinburgh, we depart from Waterloo Place only. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:00 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Discover Scotland Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from Skyfall, Highlander and Harry Potter.

Explore Glenfinnan and enjoy the panoramic views. Take your time to capture great photos and even view the Jacobite Steam Train crossing the viaduct (April - October only).

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • We are unable to accommodate children under the age of 5.

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €77 ages 5 to 15

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #5 of 90€8012h4.99 (222)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (406)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #5 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh

From €80 per adult