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Ullapool Port Ardvreck Castle and the Highlands of Assynt 7% OFF

Location The Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
$126.69
$136.23
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Overview

Ardvreck Castle and the Wild Highlands of Assynt

Escape into one of the wildest and most spectacular landscapes in Scotland on this unforgettable small-group tour from Ullapool.

Journey deep into the breathtaking Highlands of Assynt, where ancient mountains rise dramatically from a wilderness of shimmering lochs and vast open moorland. Admire iconic peaks including Stac Pollaidh, Suilven and Cul Mòr, with fantastic opportunities to capture the scenery along the way.

The highlight is atmospheric Ardvreck Castle, a haunting 16th-century ruin standing on the shores of beautiful Loch Assynt. Explore the castle and discover tales of powerful Highland clans, betrayal and a turbulent past.

Along the journey, hear stories of the Highlands, its legends and crofting communities.

Travelling in a small group allows you to experience the quieter roads and extraordinary scenery that make Assynt so special.Wild mountains. Ancient castles. Highland legends. This is Scotland at its most dramatic.
Ullapool Port Ardvreck Castle and the Highlands of Assynt
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Minivan up to 8 great seats with driver guide
  • Bring packed lunch

Meeting point
Our lady tour guides wear purple, our gents kilt or smart dress but we all carry a clipboard saying Thistle Excursions and we wear lanyards saying same.
Return details
Our lady tour guides wear purple, our gents kilt or smart dress but we all carry a clipboard saying Thistle Excursions and we wear lanyards saying same.

  • Ardvreck Castle
    Discover the atmospheric ruins of Ardvreck Castle, dramatically positioned on the shores of beautiful Loch Assynt. Dating from the late 16th century, this former stronghold of the MacLeods of Assynt is surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy time to explore the ruins, take photographs and hear tales of clan rivalry, betrayal and the castle’s turbulent past.
  • Stac Pollaidh Mountain
    Enjoy a scenic stop with spectacular views towards Stac Pollaidh, one of the most distinctive mountains in the Scottish Highlands. Rising dramatically from the ancient landscape of Assynt, its rugged rocky peaks were shaped by millions of years of geological change and Ice Age glaciers. Take in the surrounding lochs, mountains and vast open scenery, with wonderful opportunities for photographs.
  • Assynt
    Journey through the spectacular Highlands of Assynt, one of Scotland’s wildest and most dramatic landscapes. Discover a breathtaking wilderness of ancient mountains, shimmering lochs and vast open moorland, with views towards iconic peaks including Suilven, Canisp and Cul Mòr. Along the way, hear about the area’s ancient geology, Highland clans, crofting communities and wildlife while enjoying unforgettable photographic opportunities.
  • Suilven
    Admire magnificent Suilven, one of Scotland’s most iconic and instantly recognisable mountains. Rising dramatically from the wild landscape of Assynt, its distinctive ridge and remote setting create an unforgettable Highland view. Enjoy fantastic photographic opportunities while hearing about the ancient geology and natural forces that shaped this remarkable landscape.
  • Little Assynt
    Admire the impressive Cul Mòr, one of Assynt’s magnificent isolated mountains, rising dramatically above a landscape of shimmering lochs and open moorland. Its distinctive shape forms part of the unforgettable scenery of the Northwest Highlands, offering wonderful views and photographic opportunities as you journey through this ancient and beautiful landscape.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Ullapool Port Ardvreck Castle and the Highlands of Assynt 7% OFF

    Location The Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
    $126.69
    $136.23
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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