--- title: Private Harry Potter, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Highland Edinburgh Tour lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 940 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 31 duration_minutes: 720 languages: [pa, de, pt, en, it, fr, ur, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Glencoe and Glenfinnan by car rank_in_category: 7 of 12 (Harry Potter Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/private-harry-potter-glenfinnan-viaduct-highland-edinburgh-tour/ --- # Private Harry Potter, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Highland Edinburgh Tour **Guidekin's take:** Glenfinnan Viaduct and Glencoe anchor a private tour for your party, with Highland 'Coos' feeding along the way. Water, snacks and carrots are included; the Jacobite train may not run, and pricing is per group. 4.87 from 31 reviews at €940 per group/vehicle for 12h. ## Overview Join us for a private tour as we embark on a truly magical Harry Potter themed pilgrimage through the heart of Scotland and into the Highlands. From a suitable vantage point, view the Hogwarts Express as it crosses the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. Reflect at the poignant Commando Memorial. Marvel at the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Highlands at Glencoe. Enjoy hand-feeding the Highland 'Coos', and snap a quick photo in front of Doune Castle, the setting of Outlander, Game of Thrones, and the classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Make ever-lasting fond memories that capture the true essence of Scotland. NOTE The Jacobite train is not operational between 25th October and the 27th March, in these months we will still visit the Viaduct, but we won't see the train go past. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 216 pickup points - 10 start times: between 08:30 and 08:39 - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €940 per group/vehicle for the Sedan/SUV option; other options up to €1522 - Duration: 12h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 31 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: E2G Travel ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Sedan/SUV | €940 per group | English, PA, UR | Up to 4 passengers Pickup included | | Tour in French | €1011 per group | French | Sedan/SUV French-speaking guide Pickup included | | Minivan | €1023 per group | English, PA, UR | Up to 6 passengers Pickup included | | Standard People Carrier | €1070 per group | English, PA, UR | Up to 7 passengers Pickup included | | Large People Carrier | €1118 per group | English, PA, UR | Up to 8 passengers Pickup included | | Tour in German | €1130 per group | German | German-speaking guide Pickup included | | Tour in Portuguese | €1166 per group | Portuguese | Portuguese-speaking guide Pickup included | | Tour in Spanish | €1166 per group | Spanish | Spanish-speaking guide Pickup included | | Tour in a Luxury vehicle | €1178 per group | English | Luxury/Executive vehicle Pickup included | | Tour in Italian | €1522 per group | Italian | Italian-speaking guide Pickup included | ## What's included - Bottled water - Snacks - Carrots for the Highland 'Coos' ## Not included - Gratuities - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Forth Road Bridge** (pass by, no stop) - The Forth Road Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering. 2. **A great stop, restrooms and coffee shop, of course our main attraction is to ...** (20m) - A great stop, restrooms and coffee shop, of course our main attraction is to hand feed our much loved 'Highland Coos'. 3. **Dalwhinnie Distillery** (pass by, no stop) - , famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level. 4. **Commando Monument** (15m) - 90 mins away is The Commando Monument, a large three-figure bronze statue commemorating the service and sacrifice given by thousands of Allied troops during the Second World War, with Ben Nevis looming in the background. 5. **Glenfinnan Viaduct** (1h 30m) - A 30 min drive takes us to our main attraction. Embrace the magical setting of this world-famous Harry Potter film location and witness the ‘Hogwarts Express’ steam train crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct. It is our aim to arrive by 12:20pm, the Jacobite train can be best seen... 6. **Fort William** (20m) - Rising above all other mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis is the tallest, and overshadows Fort William. We will take you to a vantage point where you will be able to take in the scenery and take in those captivating photos. A 30 min drive from the Viaduct 7. **The Three Sisters** (15m) - of Glencoe - the most photographed place in Scotland - are three mountain peaks formed 420 million years ago by a super volcano, and the valley below carved by glaciers over millions of years. There is a hidden glen behind it that was used by the MacDonald clan to hide cattle... 8. **Rannoch Moor** (10m) - A 20 min drive takes us to Rannoch moor, it is often referred to as the most desolate place in the UK, due to being the largest bog expanse in the British isles. It was also used as the setting for the filming of scenes of Harry Potter deathly hallows 9. **Loch Tulla Viewpoint** (15m) - A 5 min drive takes us to Loch Tulla viewpoint encompasses everything that The Highlands have to offer, from rising mountains to lochs and pine forests. 10. **Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the High...** (15m) - Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the Highland Hairy 'Coos' at Callander Woolen Mill. A 60 mins drive from Tulla Loch 11. **Doune Castle** (10m) - A 20 min drive from Kilmahog is Doune Castle, an important Scottish historic castle, which was also a filming location for popular TV and cinema pictures, such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Quick stop for photos. 1 hr drive back to Edinburgh 12. **Stirling Castle** (pass by, no stop) - One of the most important and largest castles in Scottish history, Stirling Castle sits on top of a hill of volcanic rock above the town of Stirling. 13. **The Kelpies & The Helix** (pass by, no stop) - The Kelpies are the largest equine statues in the world, and were commissioned not only as a homage to the horses used in the Scottish coal mines, but also as a representation of the mythical Kelpies from Scottish fairy folklore. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10 start times between 08:30 and 08:39 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 216 ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Travel time is included on the total tour duration - The Jacobite train might not run at all for the 2026 season. - UK cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4-passenger sized vehicle. - Occasionally, the Jacobite train is replaced with a diesel train for operational reasons. This is completely beyond our control. - Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you. Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €940 | €470 | | 4 | €940 | €235 | | 6 | €1023 | €171 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Harry Potter Tours start at €18 per person. ## Compared with other Harry Potter Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 12** | €940 per group | 12h | 4.87 (31) | private | | [The Potter Trail Private Tour](/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-potter-trail-private-tour/?format=md) | €95 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (2540) | private | | [Exclusive Small Group Guided Edinburgh Potter Tour](/uk/edinburgh/tours/exclusive-small-group-guided-edinburgh-potter-tour/?format=md) | €24 | 1h 30m | 4.98 (426) | shared | | [Harry Potter & Horrible History Small Group Tour](/uk/edinburgh/tours/harry-potter-horrible-history-small-group-tour/?format=md) | €21 | 2h | 5.0 (223) | shared | Ranked #7 of 12 in Harry Potter Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €95, median €45; typical length 2h. 3 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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