Castles, Wildlife & North Coast 500 Explorer

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Short Description: Get set for a North Coast 500 day trip from Inverness that hits the far north of Scotland. We roll out of Inverness and make our way to Dunrobin Castle, a grand Highland castle with rooms so fancy you will swear the nobility only just stepped out. Wander the impressive interiors and gardens before we blaze further north. Next up is the wee village of Brora for a bite to eat, then it is onwards along the rugged coastline. Keep your eyes open for seabirds as we cruise toward John O’Groats, the famous end of the road spot that every traveller wants a photo with. Keep an eye out for the cute puffins nesting in little burrows along the coastline. We reach the dramatic sea stacks at Duncansby Head, where cliffs, waves and more wildlife all fight for the spotlight. On the journey south we swing through the fishing village of Helmsdale, a proper slice of coastal charm, before arriving back into Inverness in the evening with salty hair, big stories and even bigger grins.

Description: Get set for a North Coast 500 day trip from Inverness that hits the far north of Scotland. We roll out of Inverness and make our way to Dunrobin Castle, a grand Highland castle with rooms so fancy you will swear the nobility only just stepped out. Wander the impressive interiors and gardens before we blaze further north. Next up is the wee village of Brora for a bite to eat, then it is onwards along the rugged coastline. Keep your eyes open for seabirds as we cruise toward John O’Groats, the famous end of the road spot that every traveller wants a photo with. Keep an eye out for the cute puffins nesting in little burrows along the coastline. We reach the dramatic sea stacks at Duncansby Head, where cliffs, waves and more wildlife all fight for the spotlight. On the journey south we swing through the fishing village of Helmsdale, a proper slice of coastal charm, before arriving back into Inverness in the evening with salty hair, big stories and even bigger grins.

Highlights

• Dunrobin Castle(DUC)
• Duncansby Head(Duncansby)
• John O'Groats(JohnOGroats)
• North Coast 500(North)

Inclusions

Item 1: Your Legendary Local HAGGiS Guide

Item 2: Scottish Stories & Live Commentary (in English)

Item 3: Return Coach from Inverness

Item 4: Foreign Language Audio Guide Available

Name: North Coast 500

NameShort: North Coast 500

When it comes to this drive, there’s no such thing as “too far”. Blaze a trail along Scotland’s remote north coast, taking in stunning seascapes and stopping at John O’ Groats; the very top of mainland Britain.

When it comes to this drive, there’s no such thing as “too far”. Blaze a trail along Scotland’s remote north coast, taking in stunning seascapes and stopping at John O’ Groats; the very top of mainland Britain.

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Name: Dunrobin Castle

NameShort: Dunrobin Castle

Dunrobin Castle is the ancestral home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland, and there are recordings of the castle as early as the 13th century. The beautiful gardens and French-inspired architecture have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale!

Dunrobin Castle is the ancestral home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland, and there are recordings of the castle as early as the 13th century. The beautiful gardens and French-inspired architecture have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale!

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Image Alt: Dunrobin Castle fairytale castle in the North of Scotland

Name: Duncansby Head

NameShort: Duncansby Head

It’s the most north-easterly point on the UK mainland and the coastline is insane. Oh, and there’s a picturesque lighthouse and row of rugged sea stacks to top it off. Best get your camera ready for this epic spot!

It’s the most north-easterly point on the UK mainland and the coastline is insane. Oh, and there’s a picturesque lighthouse and row of rugged sea stacks to top it off. Best get your camera ready for this epic spot!

Image Name: Duncansby Head

Image Alt: Duncansby Head

Name: John O'Groats

NameShort: John O'Groats

John O'Groats sits as the very north of mainland Britain. Grab a selfie with the famous sign or spot wildlife along the dramatic coastline.

John O'Groats sits as the very north of mainland Britain. Grab a selfie with the famous sign or spot wildlife along the dramatic coastline.

Image Name: John O'Groats

Image Alt: John O'Groats