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2 day tour
Glenfinnan, Eilean Donan Castle and the North West Highlands
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Tour Summary
Glenfinnan, Eilean Donan Castle and the North West Highlands
2 day / 1 night tour
This superb short tour to the North West Highlands will boost your time in Scotland. Immerse yourself in a landscape of towering mountains and deep lochs, which provide a different vista at every turn. See the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct (Apr-Oct), star of the Harry Potter movies and get the chance to visit iconic Eilean Donan Castle too. There is so much to enjoy on this well-planned tour.
Wallace Monument - discover the story of Sir William Wallace and savour the views over Scotland’s historic heartlands from the top of the tower
Glenfinnan - see the magnificent 21 arches of the viaduct that features in the Harry Potter movies (Apr-Oct)
Eilean Donan Castle - enjoy time to explore this breathtakingly picturesque castle
Loch Ness - take a walk along the banks of this mysterious loch. Was that ripple just a wave, or could it be…..?
The Hermitage - join a short guided woodland walk to see Ossian’s Hall and the cascading Black Linn waterfall
Movie locations - Harry Potter, Mrs Brown and The Descent
Guest house accommodation included
Full Tour Itinerary
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Day 1 - Edinburgh - Glen Coe - Fort William
We depart from Edinburgh and head to Stirling to visit the imposing Wallace Monument. This Victorian tribute is to Sir William Wallace, Scotland's great freedom fighter and the real "Braveheart"!
If you feel energetic, why not climb the 246 steps to be rewarded with beautiful views of Stirling Castle, the River Forth, and the City of Stirling below?
Next, we make our way towards Callander passing medieval Doune Castle, a filming location for the popular movie "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" and the TV series "Outlander".
As we travel through the Pass of Leny, we cross from the Lowlands into the Highlands and make our way towards Rannoch Moor, a vast desert of peat bogs, heather, streams and little lochans. This unspoilt landscape extends over 50 square miles and is home to golden eagles and herds of red deer.
Soon we enter the majestic scenery of Glen Coe, probably the most famous glen in Scotland. As we descend the winding road into the heart of the glen, listen to the sad tale of the infamous massacre that took place here in 1692.
There's a stop so you can capture the beauty of Glen Coe for yourself.
Between April and October, we'll divert along the famous "Road to the Isles" to visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The impressive 21-arch viaduct will be familiar to Harry Potter fans as being on the route taken by the "Hogwarts Express" in the popular movies.
Glenfinnan is also famous for its connections to Bonnie Prince Charlie. We'll see the moving Glenfinnan Monument, built to commemorate those who died during the 1745 Jacobite Uprising.
A short drive will bring us to Fort William on the banks of Loch Linnhe, our home for tonight.
Overnight: Fort William
Day 2 - Fort William - Eilean Donan Castle - Edinburgh/Glasgow
After breakfast, we enter the Great Glen, an impressive valley that cuts 60 miles between the west to east coasts. This geographical fault line is characterised by a chain of impressive lochs that form part of the Caledonian Canal.
There is a photo stop at Loch Garry before we tour through Glen Shiel to reach the mountain range known as the “Five Sisters of Kintail”. They provide an impressive backdrop to our travels.
Picturesque Eilean Donan Castle, which sits on its tiny island, must be Scotland’s most photographed castle! We will make a stop so you can visit the castle and enjoy the impressive views from the castle ramparts.
We stop for lunch in Fort Augustus, which sits on the banks of mysterious Loch Ness. Here there is time for a stroll and maybe some monster spotting if you are lucky!
Later, we start our journey southwards, stopping to view Ben Nevis, Britain’s tallest mountain, which towers 1,345 metres (4,413 ft) above us.
The natural beauty of the Cairngorms National Park leads us to the Drumochter Pass and our descent through Glen Garry to reach the heather-clad hills of Perthshire.
There’s an opportunity for a gentle stroll when we stop at The Hermitage, an impressive wooded gorge. A pleasant walk will reward us with views of an 18th Century folly overlooking the dramatic Falls of Black Linn.
The last part of our journey together takes us through the ancient Kingdom of Fife and our crossing of the Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh.
If you are returning to Glasgow, you'll be dropped at Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station. There is a frequent train service to Glasgow and the journey time is around 50 minutes. The train tickets are included in the tour fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect on this Signature Multi-Day Tour
For the discerning traveller, a Signature Multi-day Tour offers fantastic value for money, cosy accommodation, well-paced sightseeing and comfortable travel.
All of this combines to create the definitive Scottish experience.
Each tour is hosted by a professional driver/guide who has been carefully selected for their extensive knowledge and driving skills. As locals, you are sure to gain that extra insight. If you should have any problems during your stay, they’ll go out of their way to help.
You will want to see as much as possible, but you don’t want to be rushed. Our tours are carefully planned to strike the right balance, and in addition to comfortable mini/midicoach travel, many feature memorable railway or ferry journeys.
Having somewhere pleasant to stay after an exciting day of discovery is an essential part of your holiday experience. Comfortable guest house accommodation with en-suite bathrooms, tv and other amenities is included in the price of all tours.
Breakfast is included each morning of your stay.
Can you tell me more about the optional extras on this tour?
To give you maximum flexibility the cost of admission fees and other optional extras are not included in the tour price. This gives you complete freedom to choose as the mood takes you. On this tour there are optional visits to:
The National Wallace Monument
Eilean Donan Castle
Following the link above will give you more information on these attractions including current admission prices. At some locations a special discount is offered to tour participants, your driver/guide will give you more information if this applies. Credit/debit cards are not always accepted so you should plan to have sufficient cash with you should you wish to make any visits.
Will there be a tour commentary?
Each tour is led by an experienced driver/guide who will provide an informative and entertaining commentary in English.
You’ll hear tales of the Clans, bloody battles and the famous characters that have shaped the history of Scotland. You will learn too of the landscape that surrounds you and of the nature that makes Scotland so special.
Be ready to have a laugh as well - you’re bound to be told some really corny jokes!
Can I reserve specific seats on the coach?
Seating on this tour is on a first come, first served basis and cannot be pre-booked.
If you are travelling as part of a group please make sure that all members of the party arrive at the departure point together.
How many people will be in the group?
The group size is normally between 16 and 29 passengers.
What is the luggage allowance on this tour?
For safety reasons, there is a luggage allowance of 15kg (33lb) per person in a bag similar to an airline carry-on bag (maximum size 67cm x 45cm / 26 in x 18 in) and a small day pack for your essential items.
We have produced a helpful blog on “What to pack for a Scotland Tour”.
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Customer Reviews Overall Rating:
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Rating: (4 /5) 10 Aug 2025
The two-day-tour to Eileann Donan was excellent value for money! You get to see a lot of interesting places, in particular the wonderful castle at Eileann Donan as well as the Glenfinnan Viaduct. We were lucky to have Stewart as our guide on the tour who was not only extremely professional and knowledgeable but also very friendly and funny and thus made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Also the overnight stay at Fort William was a great experience thanks to our lovely host, the nice and clean room we stayed in and the amazing breakfast we were served. I can highly recommend this tour if you want to experience the Highlands.
Daniel from London, GB
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Rating: (5 /5) 24 Nov 2024
Great tour by Andrew T
`Eva from Edinburgh, GB
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Rating: (4 /5) 17 Sep 2024
My Sister & I enjoyed the tour . We were lucky with the weather and our driver and guide - Shaun - was excellent.
Neil from Bridge of Weir, GB
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