1 Day Scottish Highlands & Glenfinnan Viaduct
Experience the magic of the Highlands on a Glenfinnan tour from Edinburgh. From iconic landmarks like the Glenfinnan Viaduct to sweeping mountain views in Glen Coe, this full day adventure blends history, beauty, and unforgettable moments.
Set off from Edinburgh for a full day exploring some of Scotland’s most impressive landscapes and historic landmarks. Your journey begins with a scenic drive into the heart of Perthshire, pausing in Pitlochry, a welcoming Highland town known for its traditional charm and surrounding woodlands. Continuing north, the route opens up to views of towering peaks and deep glens before reaching one of the most celebrated railway structures in the country: the Glenfinnan Viaduct. This sweeping stone bridge, framed by stunning mountains, has become a beloved sight thanks to its appearance in the Harry Potter films.
Your lunch stop is the coastal village of Mallaig, where you can sample local seafood. In the afternoon, the tour returns south along one of Scotland’s most scenic corridors, travelling through legendary Glen Coe. Its rugged cliffs and expansive valley floor offer some of the most striking scenery of the day.
After a final stretch across the Highlands, the tour concludes back in Edinburgh, ending a memorable journey through some of the country’s most extraordinary places.
From £63 per adult
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April — October
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Highland Explorer Tours
60 High Street
The Royal Mile
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH1 1TB
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From £63 Per Adult £60 Per Child £60 Concession
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Highland Explorer Tours
Scotland's landscape is stunningly beautiful with a magnificent history and culture that deserves to be told by the Scottish experts, our guides. They will bring this heritage to life while ensuring you get to explore our nation's most breathtaking landscapes. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer visit, our range of tours will give you an unforgettable insight into our country and its people, leaving memories that will last a lifetime.
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