5-day Highland Fling with the Jacobite Steam Train with dorm

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Place: Edinburgh

Duration: 120 hours

Language: English

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Transport included

Do this because

Learn more about Glencoe, rugged and majestic mountains formed millions of years ago by volcanic activity and glaciers
Travel on the Jacobite Steam Train, aka 'The Harry Potter Train'
Visit the Isle of Skye, an island of fascinating and iconic rock formations, waterfalls, and beautiful coastline
Take pictures of the Eilean Donan Castle, with its special setting

What to expect

Explore the Highlands and enchanting Isle of Skye on a journey of breathtaking scenery and captivating Scottish traditions. This adventure blends stunning landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable experiences in the heart of Scotland. Picture yourself on the Jacobite Steam Train, crossing the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct like a trip to Hogwarts. Uncover Loch Ness mysteries, hike in Europe's last great wilderness, and hear tales of Scotland's tumultuous history. At night, savor a wee dram of whisky and dance at a traditional Scottish ceilidh. Fall in love with Scotland on this unforgettable Highland Fling!

Day 1 begins in Edinburgh, passing through Stirling with the Wallace Monument and Doune Castle. Admire Glencoe's dramatic landscapes before reaching charming Oban for a traditional ceilidh. On Day 2, relive Harry Potter magic crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the Jacobite Steam Train, the Hogwarts Express. Ferry to Skye, surrounded by otherworldly scenery.

Day 3 explores Skye, visiting Eilean Donan Castle and heading to Inverness, the Highland Capital. Day 4 reveals Loch Ness secrets, Highland hikes, Beauly's historic priory (dating to 1230), and Culloden Battlefield's tales of Bonnie Prince Charlie. Day 5 explores Scottish heritage at the Highland Folk Museum before returning to Edinburgh, concluding this unforgettable adventure.

Important to know

Know in advance:

you must be over 18 at the time of travel
insurance cover is not included in the price of your trip. All guests must have travel insurance with medical, evacuation, and repatriation cover covering all applicable dates of travel. This insurance must cover personal injury, pandemic events, and emergency medical expenses
tour may be cancelled if minimum passenger requirement (6) is not met. In such cases, the tour operator offers a full refund or alternative tour
1 x medium case/bag + 1 x small carry-on bag allowed
collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated only if the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
this tour can be affected by weather as there will be ferries involved
service animals are allowed on this tour
note that the tour operator cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together
dorm / hostel accommodation: one hostel has mixed rooms, while the other has rooms separated by gender
the tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour where the minimum number of passengers is not reached. The minimum number of passengers required for tour departure is 6. In such cases, the tour operator's liability to you is either the full return of money paid for the tour or provision of a suitable alternative tour as agreed with you
If you need to organize the transport from your accommodation to the departure point, please book it via the hotel concierge. Some taxi companies may not show up
it is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departs on a clock that will be visible. The coach cannot wait for you
at the end of the tour, you'll be dropped off at the departure point

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