The 5 Train Experiences in Scotland That Earn Their Price

1.3-Day Isle of Skye, ‘Hogwarts Express’ Train and Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · from $926Our pick

Travel from Edinburgh to Portree by air-conditioned midi-coach, ride the Jacobite Steam Train across Glenfinnan Viaduct, and spend two nights on Skye. You will see Glencoe, the Old Man of Storr, Dunvegan Castle, Eilean Donan, Loch Ness, and more, with breakfast and accommodation included.

“Belated review from June 2023: Amazing tour that I would recommend to anyone. Scotland was beautiful (as always), and surprisingly sunny/ dry for almost all of our trip! Our wonderful guide/ driver Paul made this tour even more enjoyable. He made stops to points of inteRead more”

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2.Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · from $1,330

Travel from Edinburgh by midi-coach through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Skye, and Loch Ness, with four nights of B&B or hotel lodging. Your guide handles the roads while you ride the Jacobite Steam Train, cross by ferry, visit Culloden and Eilean Donan, and taste whisky at Blair Athol Distillery. Guides may include Ross, Louise, Ali, or Caroline.

“We had a great experience - this tour was easy to book, simple to confirm, and much easier than planning everything ourselves. The van was comfortable, the people were friendly, the guide was fun, and the pace was leisurely with many different stops. I would definitely recommend it. For us, the steam train ride was a highlight.”

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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

Travel by coach from Edinburgh to Fort William, then ride the Jacobite Steam Train to Mallaig, passing Harry Potter film locations and the Glenfinnan Viaduct. A guide such as Brendan adds commentary on the long day, with a packed breakfast included. Expect English guiding, a group of up to 48, and a late return.

“El paisaje es maravilloso, es muy recomendable ir. El chófer Brendan, fue genial muy amable e informativo. Lo malo de este tour, fue que nosotros lo contratamos en español y no hubo absolutamente nadie de habla hispana que te ofreciera algo de información, es más, cuando me llegó el aviso del punto de recogida, decía "idioma español - escrito" y ni eso tuvimos. Una lastima. Ahora, si tienes pensado ir en vehículo a Inverness evita este tour ya que puedes ver estos paisajes , yendo de Inverness a Glasgow.”

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

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

Travel from Inverness in a small group of up to 16, with a driver-guide, two breakfasts, and a Jacobite Steam Train ticket included. You’ll visit Skye’s Fairy Pools, Quiraing, Kilt Rock, and Old Man of Storr, plus Eilean Donan, Culloden, and Clava Cairns. Guides such as Torquil, Duffy, and Harrison are praised for adding local stories and extra stops.

“Excellent guide, Torquil, who was friendly and helpful and went out of his way to keep us safe and happy. The accommodation at The Skye Inn was comfortable and the staff friendly and happy to help in any way.”

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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

Travel in a small group of up to 16 from Edinburgh through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort Augustus, Skye, and Mallaig. Your guide handles the roads, lodging, and breakfast, while you enjoy a one-way summer ride on the Jacobite Steam Train. Guides may include Craig, John, Stefan, Cameron, or Rose.

“Tour guide was very informative and accommodating. The scenery was out of this world. Accommodation was good.”

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