The Best Road Trips in Scotland

The Heart 200

Scotland’s Heart 200 Road Trip awaits you. Get ready for some of the world’s most beautiful landscape and some of Scotland’s oldest sights and scenery. Filled with nature and history, adrenaline rushes and tranquil rivers, the Heart 200 is a road trip to be enjoyed by anyone and everyone of all ages. The best part of this central tour of Scotland is the sheer number of incredible activities around the 200-mile route.

The Heart 200 road trip - Scotland

 

The North East 250

The North East 250 (NE250) is a road trip in the northeast of Scotland. Taking in Aberdeenshire and the Cairngorms, there is plenty of adventures to be had in this part of Scotland. 

From beautiful beaches to historical castles and a whole lot of stunning nature, this 250 mile road trip encompasses a variety of great experiences.

Collieston-Bay - North East 250

 

The Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland’s largest and most picturesque islands. The rugged coastline and skyscraping mountains make the Isle of Skye a bucket list destination for many, which is reflected by the thousands of tourists who visit the island every year.

Whether you are a fan of ancient castles, rugged mountains, fascinating geological formations, crashing waterfalls or quaint, babbling streams, the Isle of Skye has it all and must be included in your Scotland itinerary. You can spend your morning wandering in the mystical Fairy Glen, the afternoon admiring glacial remains and the evening dancing the night away at your local pub.

Cuilin Mountains - Central Skye

 

The North Coast 500

The North Coast 500, also known as the NC500, is Scotland’s most popular road trip. This circular road trip is 516 miles, starting and ending in Inverness. This route around the northern coast of Scotland offers beautiful white sandy beaches, along with a rugged coastline and dramatic mountains.

This road trip was branded by the Noth Coast 500 in 2015 and since then it has burst onto the scene in popularity, with many travellers wanting to get a glimpse of what this beautiful part of the world has to offer. 

Ceannabeine Beach

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