Inverness: Applecross, Loch Carron & the Wild Highlands
Overview
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10 hours
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Enjoy a day exploring the scenic beauty of the Northern Highlands and travel to one of the most remote spots in Scotland; Applecross. As you journey along the southern stretch of the North Coast 500 - enjoy spectacular scenery, see a range of wildlife and experience the breath-taking Applecross Peninsula on your one-day tour from Inverness.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years old.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
If you are driving, we recommend parking at the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey Car Park, 24 Rose St, IV1 1NQ, conveniently located next to our departure point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Food and drinks
Attraction Tickets
Gratuities
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
What To Expect
North Coast 500
We depart early in the morning and begin our day tour from Inverness to Applecross using the lower part of the North Coast 500 route, crossing the beautifully scenic Black Isle before stopping in the village of Lochcarron. Enjoy the views across Loch Carron and perhaps pick up a bite to eat, before we continue on to Achintraid. The small village enjoys views over Loch Kishorn and a magnificient mountain range on the opposite shore.
Bealach na Ba Road
We then continue our journey, climbing upwards through dramatic landscape over the Bealach na Ba (Gaelic for Pass of the Cattle) which is also known as the Applecross Pass. The road is the third highest in Britain at over 2000 feet; we’ll pause for photos at the summit, so have your camera ready for those jaw-dropping views across Raasay and the Isle of Skye!
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Applecross, Loch Carron & the Wild Highlands from Inverness
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Grace of the Highlands
wendy p,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Stunning itinerary full of breathtaking scenery. We had an awesome guide who shared the wealth of how local knowledge and was super cheerful. Highly recommend!
Great Tour, Fantastic Guide!
Wesley Y,
Aug 16, 2024
- Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this great tour! Our guide was fantastic and the tour participants were fun to be around! The sights were beautiful and we were provided plenty of time for each stop. The restaurant we visited for lunch was awesome! We highly recommend this tour!!
Great trip!
Sheree B,
May 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00Sinclair and Kathleen were great guides- interesting, informative, and friendly. The choice of lunch venue was wonderful (Applecross House). A bit of confusion about one of the stops- when I originally booked the trip it said we would stop at the Lochcarron Weavers and we didn't. Applecross Pass was amazing.
Good scenic tour but with unexpected problem
Boris G,
Aug 20, 2023
- Viator
4.00The tour was interesting,- scenic wild Scotland and very few tourists. One thing I really didn’t like: when I booked the tour I was told the seats can’t be reserved in advance. Sometimes I feel motion sickness sitting at the rear so I was one of the first who came to the bus. However, Richard the guide did not allow me to sit in the front saying these seats were reserved. Very unfair and not customer friendly
Great expérience
Christelle C,
Aug 14, 2023
- Viator
5.00Vers Nice Journey, wonderful places and beautiful landscapes. The restaurant was also really great. It was possible to walk and visit the suroundings during the différent stops. And the guide was perfect.
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