Highland Adventure: Torridon, Applecross & Eilean Donan Castle Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the rugged beauty of Torridon
- Drive along the scenic Bealach na Bà pass in Applecross
- Visit the iconic Eilean Donan Castle
- Discover the rich history of the Scottish Highlands
- Enjoy breathtaking views of lochs and mountains
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Torridon, Applecross, and Eilean Donan Castle
- Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Expert local guide providing historical insights and stories
- Meals and beverages during the tour
Itinerary
From here, you take the single-track road through one of Scotland’s National Nature Reserves. Your driver-guide tells you about the woodland regeneration in the area and may give you a chance to get a view over the area and enjoy a close look at the native pine trees.
In the scenically situated town of Sheildaig, you have a refreshment before taking on one of the most beautifully twisting roads in Scotland. This road may be the most photographed road on the famous North Coast 500 route.
There's an ancient chapel here and a famous pub that serves delicious seafood.
At Loch Duich, you find Eilean Donan Castle situated on a small island accessed by bridge. You can visit the castle or simply enjoy the view from the visitor centre, which has a café, shop, and toilets. The journey back to Inverness passes the Five Sisters of Kintail Mountain range, historic Glenshiel, Loch Ness, and the Great Glen.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible; consider your mobility needs before booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a waterproof jacket and layers to adapt to changing weather conditions.
- Carry a camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes and historic sites.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Maximum of 8 passengers travelling together.
Traveler reviews
Wonderful scenery and tour guide
Just taken this tour today with Camille, and I cannot recommend it highly enough - and I'm a tour guide in the Highlands! Camille's driving was fantastic, the scenery was wonderful, her stories and knowledge was first class and it was a really amazing day. Lunch at the Applecross Inn was great, and it's a lovely thing Rabbies do in reserving a table for all the guests as there isn't a lot of choice in the West Highlands. Can I also recommend the gift shop in Applecross - unique gifts and a very nice owner. Thanks Camille for giving me the confidence to drive this route next week :-)
Awesome !!!
Absolutely magical experience. I loved travelling with Elidith — she has a real personality as a guide. Her stories were told in such an engaging, natural way that the journey felt alive, not scripted. She also made plenty of thoughtful stops for photos in truly breathtaking spots, which made the whole trip even more special. It was one of those experiences that stays with you long after it ends.
Amazing trip; highly recommend
Took my parents aged 80 and 89 to Scotland and we mainly did train journeys. We decided to take this tour as an alternative and we weren’t disappointed. Our guide was amazing and we stopped multiple times on our journey to have a photo opportunity. We learnt lots about Scotland and enjoyed the breath taking views. The small coach was also extremely comfortable. I would highly recommend.
Spectacular!
The scenery on this tour was amazing! And our driver/guide Liam helped make the experience even better. Highly recommended.
Outstanding
Scott was a fantastic tour guide and driver, easily one of the best I’ve had on the numerous other day tours I’ve done throughout Ireland, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and other similar scenery. The sights themselves were extraordinary and rivalled those of anywhere else I have been — this really did exceed my (high) expectations. I’m so impressed.