Continuing west along the NC500 and eventually turning south as you follow the coast, you'll begin to see why we choose to ride the route anti-clockwise! The Breathtaking scenery of Scotland's west coast is a match for any in Europe. Deserted roads swoop past tiny, secluded bays before climbing up over coastal ridges to a view of bend after bend disappearing into the distance. Eventually you'll catch sight of the dramatic Cuillin Mountains dominating the landscape of the Isle of Skye, your home for the night. Skye merits a day all to itself and, should you choose, we can arrange an extra day here to allow you to explore this magnificent island more thoroughly.

From Skye, you once more ride the length of Loch Ness. Travelling along the Great Glen which splits the country, separating the Grampians from the Northwest Highlands. Then past Ben Nevis, the UK's highest point, before visiting the site of the massacre at Glencoe on the ride to your hotel near Loch Awe.

Loch Ness: Containing more water than all the lakes of England and Wales put together, it's not surprising that the murky depths of Loch Ness are surrounded by an aura of mystery. This enormous body of water is reputedly home to 'Nessie' the famous and elusive Loch Ness monster. 

John o'Groats: Named for 15th century Dutchman Jan de Groot, this village on the northeastern tip of Great Britain is popular with tourists as one end of the longest distance between two inhabited British points on the mainland. An excellent photo and ice-cream stop.

Edinburgh: Not only Scotland's administrative, but also it's cultural capital, with a mixture of medieval and classical architecture and expansive views over the North Sea, the beautiful university town of Edinburgh just begs to be explored.

Stirling Castle: First recorded in 1110, imposing and precipitous Stirling Castle has stood witness to the victories, defeats and coronations of many Scottish monarchs. In recent years, a £12 million restoration project has returned it to it's former glory.