1-Day Tour from Edinburgh

The Harry Potter Bridge & Glen Coe

$95.00
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The Experience

If you are craving a Highland adventure with attitude, this trip serves up some of Scotland’s most legendary landscapes along with one of its most iconic bridges. With epic viewpoints, rugged peaks and stories that bring the Highlands to life, this is the ultimate way to experience Scotland the HAGGiS way.

Itinerary

The Harry Potter Bridge & Glen Coe

Get ready for a full throttle Highland escape as we roll out of Edinburgh and head north to see the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, also known as the Harry Potter bridge. Our first stop is Pitlochry, a cute Highland town that is ideal for a quick coffee and a stretch before the scenery cranks up.

We continue toward the Nevis range where we pass under the shadow of the UK’s highest mountain. Then comes the big moment. Glenfinnan Viaduct. This iconic curve of stone has become a favourite for every wizard loving traveller, and seeing it feels like stepping into a story.

Next, we reach Mallaig, a salty aired harbour village where you can grab lunch and chill by the water. The return journey brings even more drama as we pass through the epic landscapes of Glen Coe, a place filled with towering mountains and legendary atmosphere.

By the time we reach Edinburgh again, you will have tired legs, a happy heart, and a backpack full of Highland memories.

Edinburgh → Edinburgh

Tour Highlights

Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct
The Glenfinnan Viaduct is known to many as the ‘Harry Potter Bridge’ after featuring in two of the famous films. The iconic bridge has twenty-one arches which curve around the dramatic Highland landscape, with views over the stunning Loch Shiel.
Glen Coe
Glen Coe
This jaw-dropping landscape is the most atmospheric and evocative place in Scotland. Glen Coe translates as the ‘weeping glen’, and the name reflects the sad history of the area, as well as the many waterfalls which cascade from misty peaks.
Mallaig
Mallaig
Mallaig is a charming wee place. Nestled on Scotland's northwest coast, this fishing village offers fresh seafood and local shops along its waterfront, while majestic mountains stand guard in the distance.
Forth Bridges
Forth Bridges
The Firth of Forth has a trio of iconic bridges. The 1890 Forth Bridge is a masterpiece in engineering, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Forth Road Bridge opened in 1964, followed by the striking Queensferry Crossing in 2017.

What's Included

★ Passionate Local Guide ★ Foreign Language Audio Guides Available

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Harry Potter Bridge tour departs from the city centre in Edinburgh. Check out our departure info page for more details on your pick-up location.

The tour lasts around 13 magical hours*. As one of our longest day tours from Edinburgh, the trip involves a scenic coach journey through enchanting Highland landscapes, and, of course, some stops for epic photos and well-deserved breaks along the way.
*Tour duration and direction might change based on traffic and weather.

The Jacobite Steam Train is run by a third-party operator, and sightings of it crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct during your stop cannot be guaranteed. Train travel is not included in this tour.