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The northernmost reaches of the Scottish Highlands are some of the most beautiful and unruly. The small towns are home to friendly people and authentic glimpses of Scottish life. Discover this more remote area with a rental car, which will let you appreciate and explore the scenery, while allowing you the ultimate in flexibility. Start in Inverness (known as 'The Capital of the Highlands' and is a great base for travellers wishing to explore the Scottish Highlands), then drive to Wick, Thurso (this seaport city is the most northerly town in mainland Scotland, and is a great base for discovering the surrounding areas), Tain and lastly, Dingwall (an attractive and busy resort town of narrow streets and pink stone buildings set around its now disused harbour, renowned as the legendary birthplace of Macbeth, it retains some notable historic buildings and is a popular site for birdwatchers). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
The capital of the Highlands, Inverness is one of the oldest inhabited sites in Scotland. Don't miss the oldest church, Old High Church, on St Michael's Mount by the riverside, a site used for worship since Celtic times. Other interesting sights include Inverness Castle, from which Mary, Queen of Scots was infamously barred; and Urquhart Castle, south of the city, which was a formidable fortress in the Middle Ages. Inverness is a good base for exploring the Highlands.
Visit Inverness Castle, The Steeple, Ness Islands, Inverness Castle, Abertarff House, Cawdor Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, and so much more!
2 nights in Wick
Located on the eastern coastline of Caithness, the old port of Wick is a popular stop for those heading north to explore what's often called the John o'Groats Peninsula. The main attraction is the Old Castle Wick, also known as the Old Man of Wick, dating back to the 13th century. You can also visit two other castles in the area: Castle Girnigoe and Castle Sinclair. Wick also includes Pulteneytown with the Old Pulteney whisky distillery. The Wick Heritage Museum houses some interesting artifacts.
Explore the Old Pulteney Distillery, the Castle of Old Wick, the Harbour and Coastal Area, Caithness Seacoast, Whaligoe Steps, and more!
2 nights in Thurso
Thurso is a great base for exploring the surrounding countryside. There is plenty to see and do in and around the delightful town of Thurso. The town is a hive of lovely traditional shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. Other great must-sees are the circular wellhouse of Meadow Well, a fine public library and the impressive Janet Street overlooking the River Thurso close to Thurso Bridge. Check out the Swanson Gallery which hosts year round exhibitions of fine artwork, or discover the magical world of Glass Creations by artist Ian Pearson. Caithness Horizons is also well worth a visit with fascinating museum exhibits and a changing annual gallery programme.
Visit Thurso Beach, Thurso Castle, Old Peters Church, Thurso Bay, Thurso Art Gallery, Holborn Head, Castlehill Heritage Museum and much more.
1 nights in Tain
This small but thriving town, situated on the south shore of Dornoch Firth, is Scotland's oldest royal burgh. Steeped in dramatic history and scenic landscape, the town boasts spectacular architecture, a great array of wildlife and a wide range of sporting and leisure activities for everyone. The many interesting and unusual buildings and hidden-away corners of Tain, including the Old Town Hall, the Royal Hotel, the parish church and the museum as well as the more modest houses and commercial premises, were all built by the Maitland family of architects in the late 19th century and have a distinctive appearance.
Visit and explore the Tain Through Time, Browns Gallery, Skibo Castle, Fearn Abbey Church, Loch Eye, Camore Woods, Dornoch Beach and much more.
1 nights in Dingwall
Dingwall. This lovely market town sits at the head of the Cromarty Firth in Ross-shire. Take time to explore hidden treasures located all around the town, these historic and fascinating buildings, monuments and exhibitions chart the long and rich history of the town and will add that little extra something special to your visit. Dingwall also has a great range of food and drink offerings; check out the speciality cafes in the town and enjoy some great local produce. You can also enjoy a wide range of shops in Dingwall from exclusive fashion to unique gifts, there is something for everyone.
Explore Castle Leod, Dingwall Museum, Dingwall Castle Doocot, Pefferside Park, Foulis Castle, Loch Ussie, Loch Kinellan, Kilcoy Castle and much more.
A vacation to the isle of Britain would be incomplete without stopping in Scotland. Edinburgh and Glasgow are some of the most cosmopolitan cities in the United Kingdom, set in an urban landscape with many historic buildings dating from the Victorian era and even earlier, impressive considering Scotland was not spared from the Blitz of World War II. Further afield, rivers flow through beautiful valleys that reach the peaks of the Highlands, an area with its own authentic cultural traditions. Whether you are in mainland Scotland or on one of the offshore islands, this nation offers so many charming experiences for the traveler, from fairytale castles to abbeys in ruins to picturesque villages.
Inverness and the Northern Highlands (Self Drive - Wick - Thurso - Tain - Dingwall)
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Inverness
The capital of the Highlands, Inverness is one of the oldest inhabited sites in Scotland. Don't miss the oldest church, Old High Church, on St Michael's Mount by the riverside, a site used for worship since Celtic times. Other interesting sights include Inverness Castle, from which Mary, Queen of Scots was infamously barred; and Urquhart Castle, south of the city, which was a formidable fortress in the Middle Ages. Inverness is a good base for exploring the Highlands.
Visit Inverness Castle, The Steeple, Ness Islands, Inverness Castle, Abertarff House, Cawdor Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, and so much more!
Located on the eastern coastline of Caithness, the old port of Wick is a popular stop for those heading north to explore what's often called the John o'Groats Peninsula. The main attraction is the Old Castle Wick, also known as the Old Man of Wick, dating back to the 13th century. You can also visit two other castles in the area: Castle Girnigoe and Castle Sinclair. Wick also includes Pulteneytown with the Old Pulteney whisky distillery. The Wick Heritage Museum houses some interesting artifacts.
Explore the Old Pulteney Distillery, the Castle of Old Wick, the Harbour and Coastal Area, Caithness Seacoast, Whaligoe Steps, and more!
Thurso
Thurso is a great base for exploring the surrounding countryside. There is plenty to see and do in and around the delightful town of Thurso. The town is a hive of lovely traditional shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. Other great must-sees are the circular wellhouse of Meadow Well, a fine public library and the impressive Janet Street overlooking the River Thurso close to Thurso Bridge. Check out the Swanson Gallery which hosts year round exhibitions of fine artwork, or discover the magical world of Glass Creations by artist Ian Pearson. Caithness Horizons is also well worth a visit with fascinating museum exhibits and a changing annual gallery programme.
Visit Thurso Beach, Thurso Castle, Old Peters Church, Thurso Bay, Thurso Art Gallery, Holborn Head, Castlehill Heritage Museum and much more.
Tain
This small but thriving town, situated on the south shore of Dornoch Firth, is Scotland's oldest royal burgh. Steeped in dramatic history and scenic landscape, the town boasts spectacular architecture, a great array of wildlife and a wide range of sporting and leisure activities for everyone. The many interesting and unusual buildings and hidden-away corners of Tain, including the Old Town Hall, the Royal Hotel, the parish church and the museum as well as the more modest houses and commercial premises, were all built by the Maitland family of architects in the late 19th century and have a distinctive appearance.
Visit and explore the Tain Through Time, Browns Gallery, Skibo Castle, Fearn Abbey Church, Loch Eye, Camore Woods, Dornoch Beach and much more.
Dingwall
Dingwall. This lovely market town sits at the head of the Cromarty Firth in Ross-shire. Take time to explore hidden treasures located all around the town, these historic and fascinating buildings, monuments and exhibitions chart the long and rich history of the town and will add that little extra something special to your visit. Dingwall also has a great range of food and drink offerings; check out the speciality cafes in the town and enjoy some great local produce. You can also enjoy a wide range of shops in Dingwall from exclusive fashion to unique gifts, there is something for everyone.
Explore Castle Leod, Dingwall Museum, Dingwall Castle Doocot, Pefferside Park, Foulis Castle, Loch Ussie, Loch Kinellan, Kilcoy Castle and much more.
