Inverness to Applecross Road Trip 🚗🏔️

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Whether you are starting the NC500 or are just looking for a scenic road trip from the Highlands’ capital to the remote west coast, this one is ideal!

🚗 Need a car for this road trip?

If you don’t have your own car, I’d really recommend renting one — it gives you the flexibility to stop at each waterfall and explore at your own pace.

I usually use DiscoverCars to compare prices and find the best deals across different rental companies.

👉 It’s really easy to use:

Compare multiple providers in one place
Cheaper than booking direct
Free cancellation on most options
Their 3rd party insurance is a lot cheaper
They have a great customer service for claims (though I hope you won’t have to use it!

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Summary of this itinerary

📍 Inverness
📍 Urquhart Castle – historic ruins with views over Loch Ness
📍 Loch Ness – stop for a quick photo or a chance to spot Nessie
📍 Invermoriston Falls – short walk to a picturesque bridge and waterfall
📍 Eilean Donan Castle – one of Scotland’s most photographed castles
📍 Bealach na Bà – dramatic mountain pass with hairpin bends and sweeping views
📍 Applecross – remote village with sea views and great local food
🌲 Extra: Plodda Falls – a detour worth taking for one of Scotland’s tallest waterfalls

🚗 Distance: 110 miles
A perfect mix of nature, history, and Highland adventure.

📸 Photos & Info are located further down. Keep scrolling to see all these places. ⬇️