Edinburgh: 2-Day Glen Coe, Jacobite Steam Train & Highlands – Edinburgh, United Kingdom

EXPERIENCE:

Embark on a captivating two-day retreat through the heart of the Highlands, where mesmerising landscapes and tales of Scotland’s turbulent history await. Departing from Edinburgh, Highland gem Glen Coe and legendary Loch Ness set the stage for a perfect getaway filled with rugged scenery, historical sites, and charming villages. The cherry on top is an optional 2-hour ride aboard the magical Jacobite Steam Train, a breath-taking railway journey along Scotland’s stunning west coast.

Day 1
We depart Edinburgh and travel through Stirlingshire with imposing views of Stirling Castle and the National Wallace Monument. We make a comfort break in the charming village of Callander – make sure to sample some local bakeries.
We stop in the world-famous Glencoe, a place which seems to transcend time. Take in the jaw-dropping views and ethereal atmosphere. We stop in Fort William, which will be our base for the evening, where we enjoy a lunch break.
We make our way to the starting point of the Jacobite Steam train, stopping to admire the Glenfinnan Viaduct which you will soon be riding across. It’s time to get excited! We arrive in Mallaig, the starting point for the Jacobite Steam Train where we stop for 45 minutes before embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime train journey. Sit back and relax – it’s time to board the Jacobite Steam Train. We depart Mallaig and arrive in Fort William in the early evening, where we will settle for the night.

Day 2
We wake up in the picturesque Fort William and enjoy a breakfast before our adventures begin. We make our way to the Commando Memorial to pay our respects. We arrive at the Clansman Harbour to embark on a 50-minute Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness, where we keep an eye out for the elusive Loch Ness monster. Our next stop is in the capital of the Highlands, Inverness, where we enjoy a lunch break. We stop at Culloden Battlefield, the tragic setting for one of the most pivotal battles in Scottish history. Pay on arrival, £14 per adult. We stop in the picturesque Pitlochry for a comfort break before returning to Edinburgh in the early evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Visit the eerily beautiful Glencoe
Ride the world-famous Jacobite Steam Train
Marvel at the stunning and mysterious Loch Ness

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