I got the early train up to Inverness and hired a car for the journey across to Lochinver.

The drive along the single track road from Ullapool to Lochinver was unforgettable with the most spectacular scenery. 

I just took one stop along the way at Loch Assynt where the ruins of a brooding Ardvrech castle, seemingly, gave a welcome to the lands of Assynt and Coigach beyond.

Happy then to look forward to 2 full days, exploring Coigach , then walking in Assynt and Lochinver, one more time.