TRAVEL experts have picked out their top beauty spots after a road trip along the stunning North Coast 500. Scotland's answer to the famous Route 66 is a 516-mile stretch of magnificent coastal views and stunning landscapes through the Highlands. 10 Dunnet Head offers up spectacular 360 panoramic views from the dramatic cliffs Credit: Getty 10 The beaches in Durness are often compared to the Seychelles or the Caribbean Credit: Getty 10 There are so many stunning beauty spots along the NC500 route Credit: Getty 10 The route is home to some of the world's most magnificent scenery Credit: Getty The journey is full of magnificent cliff views, golden sandy beaches and turquoise coloured water.
It's not surprising that it’s such a popular route for travellers looking to explore. From castles to distilleries there is something for everyone to enjoy. And Adventures Scotland has put together a list of the must-see places along the NC500 .
read more nc500 stories TENSIONS RISE 'We see near-misses daily', cry NC500 locals as 2 tourists arrested on route SAFETY FEARS 'That's a shame' cry NC500 locals as bridge closed 'until further notice' Dunnet Head Dunnet Head is the most northerly point of mainland Britain - 2.35 miles further north than John O' Groats. The area offers up spectacular 360 panoramic views of dramatic cliffs and the sea - a perfect place for keen photographers.
And on a clear day, visitors will even be able to see Orkney in the distance - only 6.75 miles across the Pe.