3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Tour from Inverness

The archipelago of Orkney hides many treasures: and on our new three-day tour, your experienced driver-guide will ensure you find the best of them.

You’ll unearth some of the most well-preserved prehistoric sites in Europe, examine a beautiful red sandstone coast, and discover the vibrant culture of remote island communities. All from the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach.

It’s an experience you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Itinerary

Day 1: Inverness - Dunrobin Castle - John O'Groats - Kirkwall

Stop At: Dunrobin Castle and Gardens, Golspie KW10 6SF Scotland
Short photo stop - please note the path leading to the front of the castle is quite steep, not suitable for everyone.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Dunbeath Harbour, Portormin Rd, Dunbeath KW6 6EF, UK
Beautiful view to the sea and a very scenic landscape. Short comfort stop.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: John O'Groats, John O'Groats, Caithness and Sutherland, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Onwards through Scotland's most northerly mainland village, John o' Groats, and then to Gills Bay, where you board the ferry, and cross the Pentland Firth into the Orkney Archipelago.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Italian Chapel, Lamb Holm, St. Mary's KW17 2RT Scotland
It’s a short drive to the famous Italian Chapel where you stop for a visit before continuing to the Viking stronghold of Kirkwall, capital of Orkney.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kirkwall, Orkney.

Day 2: Today is your chance to explore the modern and ancient wonders of this fantastic island

Stop At: Skara Brae B9056, Stromness KW16 3LR Scotland
Long before Stonehenge or even the Egyptian pyramids were built, Skara Brae was a thriving village. Step back 5,000 years in time to explore the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Ring of Brodgar, Brodgar B9055, Stromness KW16 3JZ Scotland
One of the finest stone circles in the world. Dating back from 2,500 to 2,000 BC, the stone ring was built in a true circle, 104 metres wide and originally contained sixty megaliths; today only twenty-seven of these stones remain.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Standing Stones of Stenness, Stenness KW16 3JY Scotland
Step back in time over 5000 years at what may be the earliest henge monument in the British Isles. The enormous Stones of Stenness are all that remains of a great stone circle on an ancient ceremonial site.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, Ireland Rd, Stenness KW16 3LB Scotland
The monumental chambered tomb of Maeshowe is simply the finest Neolithic building in NW Europe. Built around 5,000 years ago, it is a masterpiece of Neolithic design and stonework construction, not least for its use of massive individual stones. Viking crusaders broke into the cairn in the 12th century and carved graffiti runes on the walls of the main chamber. Maeshowe is part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, along with Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar and the Stones of Stenness.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kirkwall, Orkney.

Day 3: Kirkwall - Caithness and Sutherland - Inverness

Stop At: Kirkwall Marina, Kirkwall Harbour, Kirkwall KW15 1LE Scotland
Free time in Kirkwall town centre - visitors can wander around the town, visits local shops or St. Magnus Cathedral.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Caithness and Sutherland, Caithness and Sutherland, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Take a ferry back to the mainland, travel through the history-soaked regions of Caithness and Sutherland.

You’ll find out about the Highland clearances, a world-changing period in Scotland’s dark history, and get a glimpse of some of Scotland’s most remote fishing villages.

We arrive back in Inverness early evening.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS"
"Skara Brae - We reserve tickets for you. Admission will be included in your tour price."
"Maeshowe - We reserve tickets for you. Admission will be included in your tour price."
"Italian Chapel – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour."
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Booking three or more people- We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately"
"When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/single). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section"
"Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items."
"Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início: 08:00 AM
Duração: 3 Days
Ponto de partida: 1 Ardross St, Inverness IV3, UK

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: If you cancel at least 22 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Incluído

• Admission Fee - Includes admission to Maeshowe and Skara Brae
• Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach
• 2 nights overnight accommodation with private facilities in either a B&B or 3-star hotel
• Professional and friendly driver guide
• Accommodation included: 2 nights
• Entry/Admission - Skara Brae
• Entry/Admission - Maeshowe Chambered Cairn

Não Incluído

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Entrance fees: unless specified

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