Wester Ross NC500 last few rooms
Sunday 13 September 2026 to Saturday 19 September 2026
£1,090pp Single supplement £227
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Why visit Wester Ross? This is the section of the NC500 where you'll stop thinking “nice road trip” and start pausing to take a breath because the landscape becomes unreal. Mountains rise straight from the sea and tiny fishing villages sit sleepily under impossible skies. This internationally famous region isn't just about ticking off the tourist hotspots - it's a truly unforgettable adventure.
Why visit with Shaws? In 2024 99% of our holiday customers said they would book again and 99% also said they would recommend us to a friend. In 2025 passengers rated our holidays 4.7/5 for value for money and we've earned the same 4.7/5 star rating on Google reviews. Shaws Coaches has a strong reputation for a dependable service, with a proven track record for punctuality and professionalism. Our friendly booking team and highly-rated tour drivers are ready to welcome you.
What do our customers say? "Stopped many times to allow photo opportunities, outstanding driver in every way" • "Saw much more than expected" • "I've had a wonderful time, had a good laugh and made many friends"
Holiday insurance. We always recommend taking out adequate holiday insurance, and for everyone's safety and peace of mind, holiday insurance will be compulsory on this tour, please inform us of your policy number before departure. We’ve partnered with Everywhen & David Oliver Associates who offer cover specifically designed for your coach holiday. To get a quote or purchase a travel insurance policy through David Oliver Associates, call 01371 705159 or click here.
Tour code: B3524
Sunday
The adventure begins! Check in at your 4* overnight hotel in Lockerbie, enjoying peaceful views of the Dumfries & Galloway countryside. Pause, en route, in the ancient market town of Northallerton, in the heart of Yorkshire. Don’t miss Barkers Department Store and some lovely independents on the High Street.
Monday
Continue north, getting a taste of the Highlands during a break in Pitlochry, soaking up its rich clan history and taking a wander along the traditional main street. Amazing views await as we travel through the Cairngorm Mountains, joining the legendary NC500 at Muir of Ord. Take this iconic route to the Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer, a bustling Scottish village with many independents. Check in at your home for the next four nights, The Gairloch Hotel, nestled on Gairloch Bay with spectacular views of the world famous Isle of Skye.
Tuesday
Tackle the northern section of the Wester Ross NC500 with an incredible drive up to the charming fishing village of Ullapool. Known as the bustling gateway to the Outer Hebrides, it boasts breath-taking views over Loch Broom and you’ll find interesting local displays in Ullapool Museum (small entry fee). From here, will you brave the viewing platform at Corrieshalloch Gorge (NTS)? This incredible natural attraction is one of the most spectacular gorges in Britain, a Victorian suspension bridge and cantilevered platform hover over the crashing River Droma with mesmerising views of the Falls of Measach that plummets beneath. Perhaps grab a coffee from the new £3m Gateway to Nature facility and enjoy the view! Note: Short, steep walk to the bridge.
Wednesday
Head south on the NC500 and board the world-famous Kyle Line at Achnasheen to take the 70-minute ScotRail journey to the Kyle of Lochalsh. Hug the shores of Loch Carron, the bay at Plockton (where the BBC’s Hamish Macbeth was filmed) before following the coastline and disembarking with wonderful views of the impressive Skye Bridge. There’s time for a photo stop and to pop into The Kyle Line Museum before reboarding the train, museum staff will wave you goodbye with a choice of tea/coffee and shortbread to sip on the return journey to Attadale Station. A member of the passionate garden team will greet you at Attadale Station and lead you through the secret gate entrance to the heart of Attadale Gardens. Explore 20 acres of beautiful early autumn flora and fauna, including water gardens, a Japanese garden and unique sculptures. Board the coach and return, via the NC500, to the hotel. Note: Small café at Attadale, we recommend pre ordering a picnic lunch at £10pp, please ask us for menu choices.
Thursday
Enjoy a morning at leisure on Gairloch Bay, perhaps relax on one of the secluded beaches with views across to the Isle of Skye, stroll along the coast to the village where you’ll find changing exhibitions in The Gairloch Museum (small entry fee), or grab a coffee with a view at the community inspired Gare Centre. This afternoon, discover the rare species that flourish in Inverewe Gardens (NTS), a unique location where the Gulf Stream meets the Highlands. Wildlife thrives at this lochside oasis, you might be lucky enough to spot one of Scotland’s Big 5 - they even have a resident harbour seal colony! Back to the hotel for your final night here, where we hope you will be treated to a beautiful sunset over the Inner Hebrides. Note: A local coach company will be used this afternoon.
Friday
Complete the final section of the NC500 towards Inverness before heading south and pausing in the Cairngorms at Aviemore. Continue south, taking an obligatory photo stop at Helix Park - home of The Kelpies, the largest equine sculptures in the world and a 5-star Visitor Centre. Return to Lockerbie for a final night in bonnie Scotland at the 4* Dryfesdale Hotel.
Saturday
Time for the final leg of the journey, stretching our legs in Ripon - true Yorkshire gem. A city steeped in history with a glorious 7th century Cathedral and streets full of independents.
- 6 night stay with breakfast (4 nights at The Gairloch Hotel, 2 nights at The Dryfesdale Hotel)
- 3 course dinner with tea/coffee each night
- A visit to Corrieshalloch Gorge (NTS)
- A journey on The Kyle Line
- Entry to Attadale Gardens
- Entry to Inverewe Gardens (NTS)
- Free time in Pitlochry, Strathpeffer, Ullapool, Gairloch, Aviemore, Northallerton & Ripon
- Photo stop at The Kelpies
- Two nights of entertainment (at The Gairloch Hotel)
- Entry to The Kyle Line Museum with tea/coffee and shortbread
- Porterage
- All travel including home collection*
- International Passenger Protection
- Reserved coach seat
- 18kg suitcase pp
- Executive touring coach featuring a refreshment station, reclining seats, reading lights, curtains, foot and arm rests, toilet, safety belts, air suspension and individual air-flow control
- An experienced, friendly, highly-rated and professional tour driver
- Friendly booking team on hand to answer any questions you might have in the run up to your holiday
- LOW DEPOSITS! Just £50pp with the balance due 8 weeks prior to departure
- £5pp DISCOUNT for National Trust Members
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT! Book 3 holidays (in any calendar year) and save £15pp, book 4+ and save £20pp, just let us know in special requests that you'd like to redeem your discount
- SAVE £10pp by meeting the coach at Maxey, Stamford Bus Station or Peterborough Extra Services
- *Providing you live in Bourne, Stamford, Peterborough, Uppingham, The Deepings, Spalding, Whittlesey, Oakham and most of the villages between them and Maxey (we're happy to collect from outside of our free pick-up area with a small additional charge)
- *We’re pleased to offer home collection from the Welwyn area following our successful partnership with Reg’s Coaches. Departures from Welwyn, Welwyn Garden City, Codicote, Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hatfield, Stevenage and many of the nearby villages incur a small supplement of £30pp. We’re happy to pick up outside these areas, please enquire
The Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch 
- Nestled on Gairloch Bay, overlooking secluded beaches and the Isle of Skye
- Just half a mile walk along the coast to the village
- Surrounded by an inspiring mountain landscape, rich in wildlife
- Ensuite rooms with TV, hairdryer, phone, ironing equipment and complimentary tea/coffee tray
- Restaurant, bar, lounge and terrace
- Free WiFi
- Lift (doesn't reach all bedrooms)
- Singles are double/twin for sole
- Loch View rooms at a supplement
ACCESS: Steps to seven rooms on the top floor and up to four steps within corridors to other bedrooms, 12 ground floor rooms (six with level access, five steps to the others), steps at the main entrance, limited walk-in showers on request, bedrooms vary in shape and size
Your overnight stays will be at The Dryfesdale Country House Hotel in Lockerbie, situated within five acres of parkland in a countryside setting. The air-conditioned, ensuite bedrooms feature a TV, complimentary tea/coffee tray and free WiFi. There is no lift but 20 ground floor rooms are available (12 with no steps, eight accessed by four steps), nine bedrooms are up one flight of stairs, all rooms (bar one) are shower over bath.