We offer Budget, Standard and Luxury level roadtrips so you can always find something that suits your budget. For this roadtrip, here are the hotels you might typically stay at and hire car class for each roadtrip level:
One of the world's best-loved driving routes
Spectacular Highland scenery
Warm Scottish hospitality
duration
7 days
2 HRS Average
driving per day
Begin in Inverness, the cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands, and perhaps take an excursion to nearby Loch Ness. Then drive up the peaceful, remote Eastern coast, staying in the picturesque town of Brora, before reaching Wick, well located for exploring the nearby dramatic coastline.
Then drive the spectacular road winding through the west coast's lochs and mountains, stopping in Tongue, Lochinver and Gairloch to discover the Highland's warm hospitality.
Finally, head inland, twisting through the Highlands to reach Inverness once more.
Our Highlights
- A cruise on Loch Ness
- Grey Cairns of Camster
- Falls of Measach, Corrieshalloch Gorge
Average driving time 2 hours per day
Modern RoadtripsTip: Arrange to leave Inverness later on your last day so you can drive the Pass of the Cattle (Bealach na Ba) on your way back
Then drive the spectacular road winding through the west coast's lochs and mountains, stopping in Tongue, Lochinver and Gairloch to discover the Highland's warm hospitality.
Finally, head inland, twisting through the Highlands to reach Inverness once more.
Our Highlights
- A cruise on Loch Ness
- Grey Cairns of Camster
- Falls of Measach, Corrieshalloch Gorge
Average driving time 2 hours per day
Modern RoadtripsTip: Arrange to leave Inverness later on your last day so you can drive the Pass of the Cattle (Bealach na Ba) on your way back
TRIP highlights
Cairns of Camster
Falls of Measach
Loch Ness
Inverness
Standard Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: arrive in Inverness
Night 1:
Inverness
Serving as the cultural hub of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness is an ancient cathedral city where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth. Its Old Town is clustered with historic buildings and the atmospheric Victorian Market where you can shop for local produce and handicrafts. Delve into the Highland history at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or soak up the photogenic views of Inverness Castle whose red sandstone turrets perch atop a riverside cliff.
Night 2:
Dornoch and Surrounds
Sitting on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, the small historic town of Dornoch boasts a tranquil location, stunning scenery and sunny climate. Take a bracing walk along the town’s beach, which stretches from Dornoch Point heading past Embo beach to the mouth of Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, before visiting its famed cathedral founded in 1224.
Sitting on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, the small historic town of Dornoch boasts a tranquil location, stunning scenery and sunny climate. Take a bracing walk along the town’s beach, which stretches from Dornoch Point heading past Embo beach to the mouth of Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, before visiting its famed cathedral founded in 1224.
Night 2:
Wick and Surrounds
Straddling the Wick River where it meets the North Sea, this former Viking settlement now serves as the main town in Scotland’s far north. It was once the busiest herring port in Europe, with the impressive Wick Heritage Centre bringing to life the old fishing days. Marvel at the Old Castle of Wick that perches atop the nearby cliffs or spot puffins along the spectacular trail that leads to the twin castle ruins of Sinclair and Girnigoe.
Straddling the Wick River where it meets the North Sea, this former Viking settlement now serves as the main town in Scotland’s far north. It was once the busiest herring port in Europe, with the impressive Wick Heritage Centre bringing to life the old fishing days. Marvel at the Old Castle of Wick that perches atop the nearby cliffs or spot puffins along the spectacular trail that leads to the twin castle ruins of Sinclair and Girnigoe.
Night 2:
Tongue and Surrounds
Overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, this charming coastal village is one of a series of historic crofting townships in the northwest Scottish Highlands. It serves as the gateway for spectacular hiking along the slopes of Ben Hope and Ben Loyal, as well as exploring the picture-perfect fishing villages on the shores of Tongue Bay. Soak up the views from the clifftop ruins of Castle Varrich before enjoying homestyle highland fare at one of the cosy guesthouses.
Overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, this charming coastal village is one of a series of historic crofting townships in the northwest Scottish Highlands. It serves as the gateway for spectacular hiking along the slopes of Ben Hope and Ben Loyal, as well as exploring the picture-perfect fishing villages on the shores of Tongue Bay. Soak up the views from the clifftop ruins of Castle Varrich before enjoying homestyle highland fare at one of the cosy guesthouses.
Night 2:
Lochinver and Surrounds
Surrounded by more than 200 lochs and backed by the sugarloaf-shaped peak of Caisteal Liath, Lochinver is one of the largest fishing ports in Scotland. It centres around a lively market where the morning’s catch is on display, as well as being home to one of the most renowned potteries in the region, Highland Stoneware. Highlights including hiking to the sandstone peak of Suilven and petting friendly animals at the Highland and Rare Breeds Farm.
Surrounded by more than 200 lochs and backed by the sugarloaf-shaped peak of Caisteal Liath, Lochinver is one of the largest fishing ports in Scotland. It centres around a lively market where the morning’s catch is on display, as well as being home to one of the most renowned potteries in the region, Highland Stoneware. Highlights including hiking to the sandstone peak of Suilven and petting friendly animals at the Highland and Rare Breeds Farm.
Night 2:
Gairloch and Surrounds
Overlooking the shores of Loch Gairloch in the northwest Highlands, this popular summer getaway is a picturesque base for exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes of Wester Ross. Drink in the views towards the Isle of Skye from the sands of Redpoint Beach while keeping your eyes peeled for whales migrating through the waters. Delve into the local history at the Gairloch Heritage Centre, then feast on fish and chips with the locals at one of the characterful pubs.
Overlooking the shores of Loch Gairloch in the northwest Highlands, this popular summer getaway is a picturesque base for exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes of Wester Ross. Drink in the views towards the Isle of Skye from the sands of Redpoint Beach while keeping your eyes peeled for whales migrating through the waters. Delve into the local history at the Gairloch Heritage Centre, then feast on fish and chips with the locals at one of the characterful pubs.
Day 2 : Leave Inverness
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What's included?
Budget
A TYPICAL HOTEL YOU MAY STAY AT
Ailigean B&B
Your car
Mini or larger
Standard
A TYPICAL HOTEL YOU MAY STAY AT
Highland Bear Lodge
Your car
Midsize or larger
Premium
A TYPICAL HOTEL YOU MAY STAY AT
Links House at Royal Dornoch
Your car
Standard or larger
Standard Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: arrive in Inverness
Night 1:
Inverness
Serving as the cultural hub of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness is an ancient cathedral city where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth. Its Old Town is clustered with historic buildings and the atmospheric Victorian Market where you can shop for local produce and handicrafts. Delve into the Highland history at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or soak up the photogenic views of Inverness Castle whose red sandstone turrets perch atop a riverside cliff.
Night 2:
Dornoch and Surrounds
Sitting on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, the small historic town of Dornoch boasts a tranquil location, stunning scenery and sunny climate. Take a bracing walk along the town’s beach, which stretches from Dornoch Point heading past Embo beach to the mouth of Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, before visiting its famed cathedral founded in 1224.
Sitting on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, the small historic town of Dornoch boasts a tranquil location, stunning scenery and sunny climate. Take a bracing walk along the town’s beach, which stretches from Dornoch Point heading past Embo beach to the mouth of Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, before visiting its famed cathedral founded in 1224.
Night 3:
Wick and Surrounds
Straddling the Wick River where it meets the North Sea, this former Viking settlement now serves as the main town in Scotland’s far north. It was once the busiest herring port in Europe, with the impressive Wick Heritage Centre bringing to life the old fishing days. Marvel at the Old Castle of Wick that perches atop the nearby cliffs or spot puffins along the spectacular trail that leads to the twin castle ruins of Sinclair and Girnigoe.
Straddling the Wick River where it meets the North Sea, this former Viking settlement now serves as the main town in Scotland’s far north. It was once the busiest herring port in Europe, with the impressive Wick Heritage Centre bringing to life the old fishing days. Marvel at the Old Castle of Wick that perches atop the nearby cliffs or spot puffins along the spectacular trail that leads to the twin castle ruins of Sinclair and Girnigoe.
Night 4:
Tongue and Surrounds
Overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, this charming coastal village is one of a series of historic crofting townships in the northwest Scottish Highlands. It serves as the gateway for spectacular hiking along the slopes of Ben Hope and Ben Loyal, as well as exploring the picture-perfect fishing villages on the shores of Tongue Bay. Soak up the views from the clifftop ruins of Castle Varrich before enjoying homestyle highland fare at one of the cosy guesthouses.
Overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, this charming coastal village is one of a series of historic crofting townships in the northwest Scottish Highlands. It serves as the gateway for spectacular hiking along the slopes of Ben Hope and Ben Loyal, as well as exploring the picture-perfect fishing villages on the shores of Tongue Bay. Soak up the views from the clifftop ruins of Castle Varrich before enjoying homestyle highland fare at one of the cosy guesthouses.
Night 5:
Lochinver and Surrounds
Surrounded by more than 200 lochs and backed by the sugarloaf-shaped peak of Caisteal Liath, Lochinver is one of the largest fishing ports in Scotland. It centres around a lively market where the morning’s catch is on display, as well as being home to one of the most renowned potteries in the region, Highland Stoneware. Highlights including hiking to the sandstone peak of Suilven and petting friendly animals at the Highland and Rare Breeds Farm.
Surrounded by more than 200 lochs and backed by the sugarloaf-shaped peak of Caisteal Liath, Lochinver is one of the largest fishing ports in Scotland. It centres around a lively market where the morning’s catch is on display, as well as being home to one of the most renowned potteries in the region, Highland Stoneware. Highlights including hiking to the sandstone peak of Suilven and petting friendly animals at the Highland and Rare Breeds Farm.
Night 6:
Gairloch and Surrounds
Overlooking the shores of Loch Gairloch in the northwest Highlands, this popular summer getaway is a picturesque base for exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes of Wester Ross. Drink in the views towards the Isle of Skye from the sands of Redpoint Beach while keeping your eyes peeled for whales migrating through the waters. Delve into the local history at the Gairloch Heritage Centre, then feast on fish and chips with the locals at one of the characterful pubs.
Overlooking the shores of Loch Gairloch in the northwest Highlands, this popular summer getaway is a picturesque base for exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes of Wester Ross. Drink in the views towards the Isle of Skye from the sands of Redpoint Beach while keeping your eyes peeled for whales migrating through the waters. Delve into the local history at the Gairloch Heritage Centre, then feast on fish and chips with the locals at one of the characterful pubs.
Day 7 : Leave Inverness
