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Ullapool Port Ardvreck Castle and the Highlands of Assynt

By Thistle Excursions - Invergordon Bus or Coach Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$171 per adult
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  • 4h
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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.

Activity location

  • Ardvreck Castle
    • A837, 11 Mi East of Lochniver
    • Assynt, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ferry Car Park Ullapool
    • IV26 2UR, Ullapool, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Ullapool Port Ardvreck Castle and the Highlands of Assynt in English

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Wed 0:00-23:30
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$171.31 x 1 AdultS$171.31
Total
Price is S$171.31

What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ardvreck Castle

  • 20m
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

  • 20m
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

  • 1h
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

  • 20m
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

  • 20m
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Ardvreck Castle
    • A837, 11 Mi East of Lochniver
    • Assynt, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ferry Car Park Ullapool
    • IV26 2UR, Ullapool, Scotland, United Kingdom

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