CASTLES, WILDLIFE & NORTH COAST 500 EXPLORER

Your North Coast 500 day trip departs from Inverness city centre. Check out our departure info page for more details on your pick-up location.

Your North Coast 500 day trip from Inverness is approximately 11.5 hours. You’ll have ample time to explore fishing villages, the northern most tip of Scotland and Dunrobin Castle. There’s a good mix of time on the coach and off for exploring and breaks.

*Tour duration might change based on traffic and weather.

The North Coast 500 has risen to fame thanks to the many incredible landmarks along Scotland’s north Highlands. We’ve combined some of the most scenic spots in this day trip so you can see them all in a short amount of time.

The trip doesn’t cover the whole North Coast 500 route but we’ll drive about 120 miles along its eastern stretch. Along the way we’ll explore amazing highlights like Dunrobin Castle, John O’Groats, Duncansby Head, Helmsdale, and get a chance spotting wildlife like puffins.

Puffins typically nest during the summer months, however, encounters aren’t guaranteed. Don’t’ worry though, on your North Coast 500 day trip you can except to spot a variety of wildlife around.

You’ll be travelling on a comfy midi-coach.

While our coaches do not have onboard toilets, our itineraries are designed in such way that allows for frequent comfort stops, ensuring access to restroom facilities.

Our guides are unable to assist with wheelchairs or offer physical assistance when embarking or disembarking from the bus. Passengers should be able to board and disembark the coach themselves using the access stairs or with the assistance of a travelling companion. Wheelchairs should be foldable so that they can be stored away in our luggage storage onboard while driving.

Please be aware that some of the stops on our tours may be on rough terrain or be only accessible by steps. 

Hostels have limited access for wheelchair users, please contact us to find out about specific hostel's access.

Absolutely! Our routes integrate stops where you can grab a wee bite or replenish your energy with a drink*. Sometimes we stop at shops that offer local souvenirs, too. It’s always best to ask your Guide about the specifics regarding times and stops.

*Vegetarian snack and meal options are available in most places in the Highlands.

While our tours have a set plan with main stops, the beauty lies in the unique twists! Due to factors like weather, traffic, and preferences of our Driver Guides, we refrain from offering more details than the ones outlined here. Rest assured you’ll have an adventure beyond the expected.

If you need to cancel your tour, you will need to inform us in writing by sending an email to info@haggisadventures.com. Our cancellation and refunds policy varies based on the type of tour:

Standard 1-Day Tours

• Full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours prior to departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 24 hours or less prior to departure time.

1-Day Harry Potter & Hogwarts Express / 1-Day Magical Highlands & Hogwarts Express

• Full refund if cancelled more than 48 hours prior to departure time.
• If cancelled 48 hours or less prior to departure time.

 Standard Multi-Day Tours

• Non-refundable flexi-deposit (defined in 3.2 in Terms and Conditions) if cancelled more than 45 days before departure time.
• 75% refund if cancelled between 45 and 22 full days before departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 21 days or less prior to departure time.

 Special Festival & Event Tours
(defined in 3.5 in Terms and Conditions)

• Non-refundable flexi-deposit (defined in 3.2 in Terms and Conditions) if cancelled more than 45 days before departure time.
• 50% refund if cancelled between 45 and 22 full days before departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 21 days or less prior to departure time.

You can head over to our general Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us for assistance.