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Jacobite Steam Train & The Great Glen

2 days
Start and end in Edinburgh
4.6
11 traveler reviews
Jacobite Steam Train & The Great Glen - Highland Experience Tours

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Tour Operator:
Highland Experience Tours
Max group size:
35
Age range:
3 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
98608
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Highlights

  • Culloden Battlefield: Visit the historic battlefield and learn more about the Jacobite Rebellion
  • Loch Ness: Monster spot from the shore
  • The Hogwarts Express: Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, and join one of the world's most scenic railway journeys
  • Mallaig: Explore the coastal village with views to the Isle of Skye
  • Glen Coe: Dramatic & wild landscape with history to match

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
  2. Day 2 Fort Augustus to Edinburgh - Including the Jacobite Steam Train
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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

13

Age Range

3 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

THE BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE SCOTLAND We specialise in small and friendly tours in luxury mini-buses and mini-coaches. We provide a comfortable and exciting way to explore the glorious scenery, fascinating history and wonderful heritage of this great country. With us, you’ll see all the famous...

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  • Jacobite Steam Train & The Great Glen reviewer 1
    · September 30th, 2024
    Stephen B was our tour guide and he was excellent. The only thing that might have been better was I would have liked to hear more of his stories and anecdotes as he was very entertaining.
    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Hi Catherine, Thank you very much for your kind review! I'm delighted to hear that you had a great time on tour with Stephen B, and that his stories and knowledge kept you entertained. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to him! We look forward... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • AS
    · August 15th, 2024
    Hugh is a guide I will always remember of. He is very professional and passionate about Scotland and loves sharing with people the marvels of the region. He genuinely cares about the people and is perfect in the organisation (some may say no surprise to adjust to any circumstance for a military man). Our group was also very proud and honored when he was playing the bagpipe. That was very moving and I feel really grateful to have visited Scotland in such a heartwarming tour.
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Hello, Thank you so much for your great review! We’re so pleased to hear that you had a great time on tour with Hugh, and felt looked after throughout the trip! We are also pleased that you got the chance to hear his bagpiping, something he is well... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • MB
    · August 6th, 2024
    The guide Paul S . Was great the best part of the Jacobite trip was videoing it going over the viaduct. The train ride itself was very disappointing, There was nothing special about it, it should at least been themed to excite the passengers but nothing said this is Jacobite. I will not recommend this to anyone. The tour group and guide were awesome but I give the ride a 2.
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    Hi Mary, Thank you so much for your review! We’re so pleased to hear that you had a good time with Paul. We are sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy the Jacobite Steam Train, we usually get such positive reviews about it. We will note your feedback for... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • Jacobite Steam Train & The Great Glen reviewer 4
    · June 10th, 2024
    The tour was a great way to see a bit of Scotland without the stress of driving it ourselves. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the points of interest and kept us learning the whole time. He introduced us to some local musicians we would never have found on our own and we listened to them as we drove through the Highlands. I would suggest dropping the tourists in a town that has a bit more going on than Fort Augustus, but other than that, it was a good tour.
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Hello Kirsten, Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive, detailed review. We are delighted that you had such an interesting time exploring Scotland. Our tour guides love to share their unique knowledge about Scottish art and culture and we... Show more
    Trip date: June 2024
  • SO
    · September 1st, 2023
    Our tour guide driver John was excellent. The sites were excellent, the only issue was finding somewhere to eat in St Augustus after 9pm. Unfortunately one of the large restaurants was closed for the night we arrived
    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback Susan. We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with John!
    Trip date: August 2023
  • SS
    · August 13th, 2023
    Excellent tour guide. Fantastic history. Great views. Made the most of the train being cancelled.
    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Hi Staci, Thank you for your excellent review! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour. Kind regards, Sofia
    Trip date: August 2023
  • GG
    · September 4th, 2019
    Fantastic scenery , great commentary very knowledgeable , accommodation was good . The only disappointment for me was Mallaig if you don’t do the boat trip not much to see or do weather was not good which clearly didn’t help !
    Trip date: September 2019
  • KK
    · August 19th, 2019
    I loved the whole tour!! The Hogwarts express was definitely a highlight
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    Trip date: July 2019
  • PD
    · July 22nd, 2019
    We had a fabulous time on the Jacobite tour. Our rep was Greig and is an excellent ambassador for your company. He was very welcoming and informative about things to look at and the history. This made our trip all the more enjoyable
    Trip date: July 2019
  • TH
    · October 16th, 2018
    great time had by my wife and me
    Trip date: September 2018

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    • How do you accommodate travelers with additional luggage?

      Travelers with extra luggage are recommended to make use of luggage storage facilities at departure points due to limited space in vehicles.

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    • What is the policy on tour amendments or date changes?

      Tour amendments can be made depending on availability, and any changes should be communicated as early as possible.

    • What is the policy for train boarding on the tour?

      Half of the group will take the train one way and the other half will take it on the return journey, ensuring all participants get to ride the train.

    • Can I bring a 30kg suitcase instead of two smaller ones?

      Luggage needs to be split into two cases totaling no more than 30kg due to space limitations in our vehicles.

    • What transportation is provided on the tour?

      Transportation includes a train ride and bus services to cover different parts of the tour itinerary.

    • Is it possible to confirm travel times and routes in advance for planning connections?

      We advise against planning tight connections as the exact return times can vary due to unforeseen circumstances.

    • Is luggage transport available on the tour, and what are the limits?

      On our multi-day tours, we can carry one piece of luggage per passenger with a maximum of 15 kg, and also one piece of carry-on luggage each.

    • Can children under three years old go on the tour?

      Children under the age of three are not permitted on the tour due to legal requirements.

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