5-Day Itinerary for Isle of Skye, Inverness, Highlands, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Fort William & Hogwarts Express

1. Day 1: Isle of Skye
   4-hour Drive from Edinburgh

   Explore the majestic Fairy Pools and Talisker Distillery for some authentic Scottish whiskey. Take a stroll around the quaint town of Portree, Old Man of Storr or the breathtaking Quiraing with stunning landscapes.

2. Day 2: Inverness
   2.5-hour Drive from Portree

   Visit the iconic 19th century Inverness Castle and marvel at the historic site of Culloden Battlefield. Take a stroll around the tranquil Ness Islands or indulge in some retail therapy at the Victorian Market or Eastgate Shopping Centre.

3. Day 3: Highlands
   2-hour Drive from Inverness

   Experience the mesmerising beauty of the Scottish Highlands with a drive along the North Coast 500 route and visit the charming village of Ullapool. Stop by the picturesque Smoo Cave and enjoy a hike up to the Ben Nevis Summit, or visit the beautiful Glenfinnan Viaduct used in the Harry Potter movies.

4. Day 4: Glencoe and Loch Ness
   1.5-hour Drive from Fort William

   Drive through the scenic route of Glencoe Valley, and admire the dramatic mountain ranges. Take a boat tour of the legendary Loch Ness, and try your luck at spotting the mythical sea monster, Nessie. Stop at the lovely Fort Augustus and visit the stunning Eilean Donan Castle before heading to Fort William for a stay.

5. Day 5: Hogwarts Express and Fort William
   Hogwarts Express departs at 11 AM

   Experience the magic of Harry Potter by taking the famous Hogwarts Express train from Fort William. Marvel at the awe-inspiring scenery of Rannoch Moor, the Glenfinnan Viaduct and the Morar Sands. Once back in Fort William, you can visit the Belford Hospital Museum or take an adventure tour to the neighboring areas.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Fairy Pools (2 hours, Free)
• Talisker Distillery (1 hour, £10 for a Basic Tour)
• Culloden Battlefield (2 hours, £15 per adult, £13.50 for a Concession)
• Glenfinnan Viaduct (1.5 hours, Free)
• Loch Ness Cruise (1 hour, £16.50 per adult, £14.50 per child)
• Hogwarts Express (3 hours, £37 return per adult, £22 for Children aged 5-12)
Total Estimated Costs: £85 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, we recommend a visit to the Isle of Skye's Dunvegan Castle or a hike up to the Neist Point Lighthouse. For more information, contact us to help you tailor your itinerary.