Practical travel guide to North Coast 500 with a free eBook featuring
points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and
off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps,
practical details about what to see and to do in North Coast 500. The
Rough Guide to North Coast 500 also includes details on how to get there
and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips,
like a visual list of things not to miss in North Coast 500, expert
author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book
has been fully updated post-COVID-19.
The Rough Guide to North Coast 500 covers: Inverness to the Black
Isle and beyond, the road to John O'Groats, along the North Coast,
exploring the Northwest and Wester Ross to Inverness.
Inside this travel guide you'll find:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to North Coast 500, from
off-the-beaten-track adventures in Dunnet Head to family activities in
child-friendly places, like Dunrobin Castle or chilled-out breaks in
popular tourist areas, like Smoo Cave.
PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including North Coast 500 entry
requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with
children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals,
culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities
and more.
TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Carefully planned routes covering the best of North Coast 500 give a
taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been
created for different time frames or types of trip.
DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional
highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered
geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major
shops or entertainment options.
INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best
local spots for going whalewatching off the west coast or hiking.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of The Caledonian Canal, Inverness, Ness Islands,
Thurso's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each
trip to North Coast 500, even in a short time.
HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of
humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in North
Coast 500, matching different needs.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into
North Coast 500, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups,
environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and
glossary.
FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Assynt
and the spectacular Duncansby Head sea stacks.
COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for
quick orientation in the North Coast, the Black Isle and many more
locations in North Coast 500, reduce the need to go online.
USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the
best spots to spend your time.
FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to
access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road
exploration.
