North Coast 500, Scotland

Looking for an ultimate route for travel lovers? You definitely don't want to miss the North Coast 500 in Scotland. The North Coast 500 starts and finishes in Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands. It is was created in 2014 by the North Highland Initiative and was officially launched in 2015. The route crosses six northern Scotland regions, which are Black Isle, Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness-Shire, Sutherland, and Wester Ross. Although it is called "Scotland's Route 66", North Coast 500 is not a single road or highway but rather a group of current roads that follow the coastline.

Driving this 516-mile route has become a must-do activity for travelers when coming to Scotland and it is easy to understand why. Visitors can explore the rocky landscapes, white sandy beaches, coastal views, spot natural wildlifd, visit museums, heritage sites along the way. Moreover, you should try the local food of the Scottish Highlands at a wide variety of food stops. There are also many fun activities to do around the route such as wild camping, kayaking, hiking. The full route takes about 3 days of driving without stopping, but come on, you're on one of the most beautiful roads in the world so you should stop several times for the scenery. North Coast 500 is more than a road trip! Give yourself a week or more to complete this road trip and it will leave you fascinated.