Comprehensive north coast 500 road trip planning guide. North coast 500 guide to driving scotlands best road trip. Some obvious, iconic locations, and some hidden gems. Capturing mood, feelings, and the true beauty of the north of scotland. Each unit is equipped with a patio, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a flatscreen tv and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Experience the vast, open wilderness of lochs, mountains, deserted beaches and majestic wildlife with us as your expert guides. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. From fabulous scottish cuisine, traditional live music and picturesque riverside walks to the famous loch ness monster, be sure to explore the capital of the scottish highlands and the start and end of your nc500 adventure. The north coast 500 guide book charles tait guide books paperback. North coast 500 pods, achmelvich updated 2020 prices. The north coast 500 and its heartland are rugged, remote and captivating. We are halfway along the nc 500 route from inverness, two miles south of scourie a894 at the heart of the stunning unesco north west.
The roads around scotlands northern coast have always been spectacular but in 2015 the world suddenly took notice. The 10 closest hotels to north coast 500, inverness. Book your tickets online for north coast 500, inverness. Mark first pedalled the north coast 500 in 2015, straight after coming home to scotland after a 6000 mile race from cairo to cape town. Travel our north coast 500 cycling holiday to experience a satisfying active journey swap four wheels for two. This selfdrive holiday explores the dramatic north coast 500 on a tour of the north of scotland while enjoying privately guided walks, wonderful boat trips and staying in deluxe small hotels. The grand tours third series has ventured to more exotic destinations in its third series, but its back in scotland where the presenters have arguably filmed their funniest and most beautiful episode yet. Ride the best sections of the north coast 500, on a 7day road cycling tour through the untamed beauty of the scottish highlands. The north coast 500 is a 516mile scenic route along scotlands northern coast that begins and ends in the city of inverness, the capital of the scottish highlands.
These include hundreeds of his photographs, combined with clear mapping and old photos. Starting at inverness youth hostel, the clockwise circular route heads west, snaking its way along the rugged coastline, following the northern edge. The north coast 500 guide book by charles tait is the latest in his serioes of guide books and incorporates all of the features of his previous books. Our epic north coast 500 scotland road trip first time in a campervan omnibus edition duration.
There is no strict north coast 500 route where you stop, stay and play is entirely up to you but here is a flavour of the villages and activities we think make up the best north coast 500 places to visit. So, take this famous route of twists and turns and explore one of the most beautifully wild parts of scotland. The north coast 500 is a 516mile 830 km scenic route around the north coast of scotland, starting and ending at inverness castle. The north coast 500 route is a series of roads which form a loop, circling the northern coastline of scotland, beginning and ending in inverness. North coast 500 guide book inverness is the gateway to the north highlands which way should i drive the north coast 500 clockwise or anticlockwise. North coast 500 inverness 2020 all you need to know. The beautiful north landscapes of the north coast 500 by. The north coast 500 is a 516mile scenic route along scotlands northern coast, offering drivers rugged landscapes, sandy benches, wildlife, museums, castles, whisky distilleries, and so much more. North coast 500 scottish route 66 book your tailormade. Having cycled the north coast last year and then read this i can honestly say it answers pretty much all the queries anyone is likely to have. With no need to book accommodation, you have no fixed itinerary. Youll navigate through winding mountain passes and aweinspiring landscapes. The north coast 500 route offers visitors the opportunity to see rugged. The north coast 500 has become very popular, especially in the summer months.
The north coast 500 guide book tait, charles livres. A major feature is the inclusion of 14 suggested itineraries and mini indexes throughout. Many of the roads are single track and are home to highland coos, sheep, geese and all manner of other travellers. Our glamping pods are are also the newest accommodation in achmelvich available to book handmade from timber, with all facilities, this glamping is closer to hotel than camping. North coast 500 planning guide weve put together a comprehensive north coast 500 guide to help you plan the perfect north coast 500 road trip in scotland. Since its launch in 2015, the north coast 500 has been named many things scotlands answer to route 66, the only way to discover the highlands and one of the best coastal road trips in the world.
At just over 500 miles, it is one of the most spectacularly memorable coastal routes in the world. To help you make the most out of your nc500 road trip, we wanted to share some quick tips based on our experiences driving the route. Plus, north coast 500 camping is economical, for the most budgetfriendly option adhere to scotlands wild camping rules see below and set up anywhere. This tourist route takes in over 500mi 900km of some of the uks most stunning scenery. The rough guide to the north coast 500 compact travel guide. The castle is a perfect starting point to the route as it is perched on the hill and offers unparalleled views over the capital city of the highlands. The new north coast 500 nc500 route stretches along some of scotlands most northerly coastal points, including caithness and john ogroats and was soon feted by holidaymakers and travel writers alike as one of the best road trips in the world. With those big miles in his legs, he completed the route nonstop in a record time of 37 hours. Scotlands north coast 500, planner, itineraries and.
North coast 500 3 day tour from inverness rabbies tours. Scotlands route 66, the north coast 500, has hit popularity scales to make your see you jimmy hat ginger hair stand on end. And, remember, if youre driving the north coast 500 in high season, then you definitely need to book ahead. From aweinspiring mountain ranges, white sand beaches, serene lochs and soaring sea cliffs. The best bed and breakfast accommodation on the north. The grand tour does the north coast 500 blog luxury. North coast 500 in light of covid19, everyones health and safety is the most important thing. The official facebook page for the north coast 500. The route is also known as the nc500 and was launched in 2015, linking many features in the north highlands of scotland in one touring route the route has increased visitor numbers to parts of the north of scotland, which has brought economic benefits to some. John baikie is raising funds for the beautiful north landscapes of the north coast 500 on kickstarter. Enjoy challenging drives such as the hairpin bends of the. Bringing together a route of just over 500 miles of stunning coastal scenery in the far north of scotland, the north coast 500 is one of the worlds most beautiful road trips. Scotlands north coast is beautiful and rugged and well worth taking the time to travel.
A fantastic 500 mile road trip through the stunning scenery of scotlands north west highlands and along the dramatic caithness coastline. Fully supported with experienced ride guide and support car come join us on our next nc500 cycling challenge. Ride the best sections of the spectacular nc 500 touring route. The ultimate north coast 500 guide book all your questions. This is great for scottish tourism but a bit of a challenge for visitors when it comes to finding north coast 500 accommodation if not booking ahead like us. The north coast 500 is scotlands answer to route 66. It has already been likened to american route 66 in terms of iconic status. The official north coast 500 route begins and ends in inverness at inverness castle. Starting and ending in inverness, this 500 mile circular drive takes you along stunning coastlines and countless lochs. On this tour, your driverguide takes you to the best spots to sample the sumptuous seafood, admire amazing landscapes, and learn the legendary tales. Use our interactive map to plan your trip and you will have all the information you need to visit this amazing part of the world where you can experience true golfing.
The north coast 500 guide book charles tait guide books paperback 4. It is a book of images from the iconic nc500 area, showcasing the beauty of the locations, in my photographic style. Our recommended north coast 500 hotels guide where to stay along the nc500. The rough guide to the north coast 500 is the ultimate guide book packed with all the practical information, inspiration and advice you need to plan and get the. The north coast 500 guide book charles tait guide books. The newest, best and most luxurious glamping pods on the north coast 500.
North coast 500 pods features garden views, free wifi and free private parking, located in achmelvich. The north coast 500 guide book charles tait guide books paperback 17 apr 2017. Using our north coast 500 golf passport you will receive a saving at all of the participating courses along the famous north coast 500 route in the north highlands of scotland. Before you set off it is worth reading up on the rules of the road in scotland visit scotland have a great video guide to how to drive in scotland. Experience scotlands beautiful north coast in this 5 day epic adventure by bike. The north coast 500 guide book by charles tait goodreads. Discover the breathtaking beauty of the north highlands.
When you find an amazing secluded spot and you will perfect for a spot of lunch, you simply pull up and put the kettle on. Traveling the north coast 500 by motorhome is by far the best way to explore it. With the official start and end points of the nc500 being inverness, travellers can take on the route clockwise or anticlockwise. And over every horizon, you find something surprising. The rough guide to the north coast 500 is the ultimate guide book packed with all the practical information, inspiration and advice you need to plan and get the most out of your nc500 adventure.
The north coast 500 is scotlands answer to route 66, starting in inverness this 500mile round journey takes in some of the most stunning scenery. The rough guide to the north coast 500 ebook north. The roads already existed before the route was created, and locals have toured these roads for many years but the act of linking these roads together and branding them as a single route have grabbed. North coast 500 14 day trip scotland travel itinerary. Experience scotlands answer to route 66 on our scenic selfdrive tour of the north coast of scotland. Visit scotland 3 star hotel, taste our best accredited built originally as a parish manse for north west sutherland, eddrachilles hotel is near the mid. The only north coast 500 guide youll need from the uk travel bloggers that know it best. The route begins in inverness and flows along the stunning coastal edges of the north highlands in one round trip. North coast explorer private tours of the north coast 500.
This is our very own north coast 500 guide book for all you need to know about the scottish highlands road trip. Hotels near north coast 500, inverness on tripadvisor. We are halfway along the nc 500 route from inverness, two miles south of scourie a894 at the heart of the stunning unesco north west view details. Hostels on the north coast 500 hostelling scotland. The north coast 500 takes you over 500 miles around the north coast of scotland. If you are planning to road trip around this scenic area of the scottish highlands, you may be wanting to spend. The definitive north coast 500 guide along dusty roads. North coast 500 accommodation glamping scotland nc500. North coast 500 luxury self drive tour wilderness scotland. North coast 500 the ultimate road trip around the north. Order copies of my first book, the magic of the north coast 500. The north coast 500 is scotlands biggest road trip measuring over 500 miles. Nc500 or north coast 500 launched in 2014 is the acclaimed touring route round the north of scotland. Explore opulent castles, sample a dram of whisky or take an exhilarating wildlife safari, enjoy a truly unique touring experience.
Its difficult, if not impossible, to match the freedom this gives you. North coast 500 a four day tour around the very best of. Buy the rough guide to the north coast 500 compact travel guide by rough guides isbn. Were about to take you on the ultimate road trip adventure along scotlands north coast 500 route. A carefully designed itinerary, travelling the north coast 500 driving route covering more than 500 miles of the best coastal scenery the north highlands has to offer, but within a leisurely weeks holiday. This means despite the love and desire to share our friendly, passionate and unique country, we must ask everyone at this time not to travel to our remote rural communities. A beautiful photographic book showing the north coast 500 through my eyes.