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ABOUT THE TOUR
Uncover Orkneys’ Ancient Secrets
The Orkneys, an ancient cluster of 70 islands brimming with history and dramatic coastlines, lie off the north west coast of Scotland. Our local guide will help you to discover ancient civilisations, archaeological delights and bountiful wildlife from our base in the island capital of Kirkwall.
TOUR INCLUDES
- 7 nights hotel with breakfast
- 7 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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8 Day Itinerary
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Day 1: To the Highlands
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to our hotel in the Highlands for one night.
Included meals: Dinner
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Day 2: The Orkneys
We continue to the very tip of Scotland, stopping for a brief photo opportunity at the famous John O' Groats sign.
We then board the ferry with our coach from and take the 90 minute sailing to Orkney.
The day concludes with a tour along the shoreline of Scapa Flow – famous as the naval refuge during both world wars.
We stay for four nights in the capital - Kirkwall, with its 12th century St. Magnus Cathedral at the 3-star Kirkwall Hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Orkney Islands
Included Highlights
- Orkney Islands
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Day 3: Guided Tour of the Orkney Isles
Our local guide joins the coach for a memorable day out. As the day unfolds, the islands' Neolithic ancestry is evident as many ancient monuments, stone circles, settlements and tombs are visited - a testament to its UNESCO World Heritage status.
The tour includes a scenic circular tour of the island visiting most of the main sites including 5000-year old Scara Brae, Churchill Barriers, Ring of Brodgar, Stennes Standing Stones and Italian Chapel. Along the way, listen to the tales of Viking intruders, wartime exploits and immerse yourself in Orkneys' rich maritime heritage.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Orkney Islands
More PhotosIncluded Highlights
- Orkney Isles Tour
- Orkney Islands
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Days 4 and 5: Days at leisure in the Orkneys
Enjoy days at leisure to explore. Kirkwall is the largest town of Orkney and this vibrant town remains Viking at heart.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6: Inverness and Loch Ness
We take the ferry back to the mainland this morning and begin our journey back through the stunning Highlands.
We travel through spectacular scenery, stopping briefly in Inverness, the 'Capital of the Highlands' before journey alongside the mystical Loch Ness.
We continue onto our overnight hotel for one night.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Loch Ness
More PhotosIncluded Highlights
- Inverness
- Loch Ness
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Day 7: Trossachs National Park
Today we pass the impressive Glencoe and continue onto the Trossachs National Park, home to the serene Loch Lomond.We then continue further south for our overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Trossachs
Included Highlights
- Trossachs
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Day 8:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £189.00 (8 days).
8 Day Itinerary
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Day 1: To Scottish Borders
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to our overnight hotel in the Scottish Borders.
Included meals: Dinner
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Day 2: To the Highlands
We continue through beautiful Perthshire, past the Cairngorm National Park and onto our hotel in the Highlands for one night.
Included meals: Dinner
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Day 3: The Orkneys
We continue to the very tip of Scotland, stopping for a brief photo opportunity at the famous John O' Groats sign.
We then board the ferry with our coach from and take the 90 minute sailing to Orkney.
The day concludes with a tour along the shoreline of Scapa Flow – famous as the naval refuge during both world wars.
We stay for three nights in the capital - Kirkwall, with its 12th century St. Magnus Cathedral at the 3-star Kirkwall Hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Orkney Islands
Included Highlights
- Orkney Islands
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Day 4: Guided Tour of the Orkney Isles
Our local guide joins the coach for a memorable day out. As the day unfolds, the islands' Neolithic ancestry is evident as many ancient monuments, stone circles, settlements and tombs are visited - a testament to its UNESCO World Heritage status.
The tour includes a scenic circular tour of the island visiting most of the main sites including 5000-year old Scara Brae, Churchill Barriers, Ring of Brodgar, Stennes Standing Stones and Italian Chapel. Along the way, listen to the tales of Viking intruders, wartime exploits and immerse yourself in Orkneys' rich maritime heritage.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Orkney Islands
More PhotosIncluded Highlights
- Orkney Isles Tour
- Orkney Islands
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Days 5: Day at leisure in the Orkneys
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore. Kirkwall is the largest town of Orkney and this vibrant town remains Viking at heart.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6: Inverness and Loch Ness
We take the ferry back to the mainland this morning and begin our journey back through the stunning Highlands.
We travel through spectacular scenery, stopping briefly in Inverness, the 'Capital of the Highlands' before journey alongside the mystical Loch Ness.
We continue onto our overnight hotel for one night.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Loch Ness
More PhotosIncluded Highlights
- Inverness
- Loch Ness
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Day 7: Trossachs National Park
Today we pass the impressive Glencoe and continue onto the Trossachs National Park, home to the serene Loch Lomond.We then continue further south for our overnight stay in the Scottish Border area.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Trossachs
Included Highlights
- Trossachs
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Day 8:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £189.00 (8 days).
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Hotels
If travelling from the South of England, you will stay for three nights at the Kirkwall Hotel.
Joining points
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement of £20pp. To find your nearest joining point, search using your postcode below.
See our full list of our joining points.
