North Coast 500
- Length
- 500 miles / 805 km
- Location
- Inverness – Inverness
The North Coast 500 is Scotland’s answer to route 66 and one of the most beautiful coastal touring routes in the world (well, we think so, anyway!).
Bringing together just over 500 miles of stunning coastal scenery, the route follows the main roads along the coastal edges of the North Highlands. With ancient castles, glistening sandy beaches and spell-binding heritage, the North Coast 500 has captured the imaginations of thousands of people.
For more information go to: www.northcoast500.com
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Glen Ord Distillery in Muir of Ord, Black Isle
Sample a sweet, fruity Highland malt whisky on a tour.
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TroutQuest
Join angling experts for fishing lessons, guiding and holidays.
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Dunrobin Castle, Sutherland
Be enchanted by this magical fairy-tale castle.
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Duncansby Head
Explore the coast and see the magnificent Duncansby sea stacks.
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The Castle and Gardens of Mey, Caithness
Tour the grand rooms and lush gardens once owned by the Royal Family.
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Smoo Cave
An other-worldly underground experience.
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Sandwood Bay
Walk through the machair to an unspoilt beach.
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Ewe Canoe
Discover the coastline on a guided watersports adventure.
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Hebridean Whale Cruises
Board a boat for the wildlife watching trip of a lifetime.
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Beinn Eighe
Choose from a variety of walking routes in the mountain range.