Torridon, Applecross and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness
by Rabbies Trail Burners
Overview
The Scottish Highlands are home to rugged landscapes and historic sites, including Torridon and Eilean Donan Castle. This 11-hour small-group tour from Inverness travels by air-conditioned 16-seat Mercedes minicoach with a maximum of 16 passengers. The route passes the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, where the driver-guide explains woodland regeneration and offers views of native pine trees. The tour stops in Shieldaig for about 10 minutes, allowing time for refreshments before continuing along a famously twisting road on the North Coast 500 route. Around midday, the group arrives in Applecross, where participants can buy lunch at their own expense. The tour includes a 90-minute stop in Applecross village, known for an ancient chapel and a pub serving seafood. At Loch Duich, the group visits Eilean Donan Castle, set on a small island connected by a bridge. Visitors can enter the castle by purchasing tickets during the tour or stay at the visitor centre, which has a café, shop, and toilets. The return journey to Inverness passes notable sights including the Five Sisters of Kintail mountains, Glenshiel, Loch Ness, and the Great Glen. Entrance fees, food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel transfers are not included.
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Itinerary
Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve
Travel along a single-track road through the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve. The driver-guide explains the efforts to regenerate woodland here and offers opportunities to view native pine trees and the surrounding area during a 30-minute stop.
30 min
Shieldaig
Stop in the coastal village of Shieldaig for about 10 minutes to take refreshments. The village sits on a scenic road known for its twists and turns and is part of the North Coast 500 route, often photographed by visitors.
10 min
Applecross
Spend about 90 minutes in Applecross village, home to an ancient chapel and a pub that serves seafood. This is the main lunch stop where participants can purchase food and drinks.
90 min
Eilean Donan Castle
At Loch Duich, the castle stands on a small island connected by a bridge. Visitors may enter the castle by buying tickets during the tour or remain at the visitor centre, which provides a café, shop, and toilets. The return to Inverness passes the Five Sisters of Kintail mountains, Glenshiel, Loch Ness, and the Great Glen.
60 min
Meeting point
Please meet your Rabbie's guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.
End point
Please meet your Rabbie's guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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