I went on the UK road trip that felt more like New Zealand – with white sand beaches, rugged mountains & magical islands
Date: 2024-11-02ALWAYS dreamt of doing a road trip around New Zealand but can’t face the 24-hour flight or justify the £1,500 airfare?
The Scottish Highlands might just be the answer.
GO: The Highlands
GETTING THERE: A seat on board The Caledonian Sleeper from London to Glasgow costs from £50 each way, while a classic cabin costs from £205, featuring a twin bunk bed.
See sleeper.scot.
STAYING THERE: Frida costs from £945 for a week’s rental.
See staycationscotlandcampers.com.
TOP TIPS FOR THE NC500: The 516-mile circuit around the far north of Scotland can be done clockwise or anticlockwise, and you need at least five days, but ideally seven to ten, to complete it.
The roads get busy in the summer months, so it’s best explored during shoulder season.
