9North Coast 500, Scotland

Route: Inverness – Applecross – Ullapool – Durness – John O’Groats – Inverness Distance: 830 km (516 miles)Best Time to Go: May to September

Scotland’s answer to Route 66, the North Coast 500 is an awe-inspiring journey through rugged highlands, picturesque lochs, and historic castles. Expect dramatic coastal scenery, whisky distilleries, and a chance to spot dolphins along the Moray Firth.

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