Top 6 Jacobite Steam Train Tours in Scotland

1.2-Day Jacobite Experience including the Hogwarts Express from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $492Our pick

See Culloden, Loch Ness, and Fort Augustus, then ride the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William, the Hogwarts Express style route.

“Ian our tour guide was fantastic! He had all of the details handled and we were truly able to just enjoy. It was a great way to see the sights outside of Edinburgh. Ian was knowledgeable and super friendly. We had an issue with the bus, but the tour company took care of it.”

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2.2-Day Jacobite Experience including the Hogwarts Express from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $492

See Culloden, Loch Ness, and Fort Augustus, then ride the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William, the Hogwarts Express style route.

“This is a nice small-bus tour. Long days, but a lot to take in. Stephen was VERY knowledgable and knows his way around the Highlands.”

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3.The Magical Highland Tour Including the Jacobite Steam Train Journey

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 13 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $262Best value

Coach from Edinburgh to the Jacobite Steam Train, Glenfinnan viaduct photo stop, Harry Potter filming pointers, and a small breakfast included.

“We wanted the full magical Highland experience, not just the train ride. Unfortunately, aside from the train itself, everything else was disappointing—mainly due to poor organization by the tour provider. The bus arrived late and was overbooked, leaving two passengers without seats. To avoid missing the train, we set off towards Mallaig anyway, with the plan that a larger bus would meet us at our first stop. However, the replacement bus was unsuitable, which meant we had to wait nearly two hours in a small town where most shops were closed—and it was raining—just for the right bus to finally arrive. As a result, all other scheduled stops were cancelled.…”

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4.3 Day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

3 days from Inverness with Skye scenery, fairy-tale stops, and the Jacobite steam train over Glenfinnan Viaduct. Breakfast included.

“This was hands down one of the best trips we have experienced. Our guide, Duffy was amazing! We were able to see so much and our small group allowed for a lot of interaction and education on the various sites we visited. Duffy went out of his way to ensure everyone had an amazing time and catered the trip to our group and our interests. I highly recommend this incredible tour!”

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5.4-Day Isle of Skye & Jacobite Steam Train (train ride included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,096

Guided 4-day Skye and Highlands trip from Edinburgh, with the Jacobite Steam Train, iconic castles, and cozy stays plus breakfasts.

“Fantastic 4 days enjoying Isle of Skye and surroundings. Cameron is a great driver and expert tour guide, full of energy, information, stories. Our days were filled with amazing sights and adventures, never a boring minute. We had a chance to go to Glenfinnan viaduct but missed the train by two minutes. Is doable and proper planning would have given us the opportunity to see the train go by. Clarification of the end point would be helpful. We were dropped off on the other side of Waverly station and all of us had a long walk to the hotels near Royal Mile where the tour started.”

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6.Private Outlander, Palaces & Jacobite Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,165 per group

Private Outlander and Jacobite day tour from Edinburgh, visiting Midhope and Blackness Castles, Linlithgow Palace option, and more.

“Adam from Timberbush Tours was an amazing guide: warm, funny and very knowledgeable. The coach was comfy and we had a good about of time to explore each site. A lot of fun.”

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