North Coast 500 Scotland

North Coast 500 highlands of Scotland.

Day 1: Inverness to Helmsdale (Approx. 70 miles) 

Start in Inverness, the "capital of the Scottish Highlands". 
Drive east towards Helmsdale, passing through the Black Isle and Easter Ross regions. 
Consider a stop at the Falls of Shin, a popular waterfall. 

Day 2: Helmsdale to Ceannabeinne Beach (Approx. 138 miles) 

Continue north along the coast, passing through the picturesque town of Dornoch. 
Drive towards the rugged and scenic coastline of Caithness and Sutherland. 
Stop at Ceannabeinne Beach, a beautiful sandy beach with stunning views. 

Day 3-4: Ceannabeinne Beach to Achmelvich Bay

Explore the wild and untamed landscapes of Sutherland. 

Day 5: Achmelvich Bay to Ullapool (Approx. 40 miles) 

Drive towards Ullapool, a scenic port town with a rich history.
Explore the town, visit the harbour, and enjoy the local seafood.

Day 6: Ullapool to Gairloch (Approx. 55 miles) 

Continue west, passing through the dramatic scenery of Wester Ross. 
Stop at Inverewe Gardens, a renowned botanical garden known for its unique flora. 
Drive to Gairloch, a charming village nestled in the heart of the Western Highlands. 

Day 7: Gairloch to Applecross (Approx. 60 miles) 

Drive towards Applecross, a picturesque village at the end of a scenic road. 
Consider a stop at the Bealach na Bà, a challenging but rewarding mountain pass. 
Explore the Applecross peninsula and its stunning coastal views.