3-Day Orkney Islands Tour from Inverness

4.6 (12 reviews) Inverness, Scotland
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Duration3 days
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Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Leave mainland Scotland behind and travel across the North Sea to reach the Orkney Islands on this incredible 3-day trip from Inverness. Remote yet enticing, this breathtaking little collection of islands boast stunning scenery, an abundance of wildlife and untold amounts of archaeological treasures. Visit the poignant Italian Chapel that was built during the Second World War, and discover the monuments known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney – collectively listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Options

B&B En-Suite Twin Room

B&B En-Suite Twin Room: Room for with 2 single beds for 2 persons with private bathroom

B&B En-Suite Double Room

B&B En-Suite Double Room: Room for 2 persons with 1 large bed with private bathroom

B&B En-Suite Single Room

B&B En-Suite Single Room: Room for 1 person with private bathroom

What's included

  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Maes Howe, Skara Brae, Italian Chapel
  • Breakfast
  • Local driver-guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: A ferry to the Isle of Orkney
  1. The Italian Chapel
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Stop at the charmmg chapel built by Italian prisoners of war during WWII.
  2. Churchill Barriers
    Pass by
    The drive will take us past the Churchill Barriers built to protect the British fleet from submarines.
Day 2: Step back in history
  1. Maeshowe Chambered Cairn
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the magnificent chambered cairn of Maeshowe - dating back some 5000 years.
  2. Skara Brae
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore this Neolithic village which was exposed during storm of 1850. Previous to that it had been lost to the nation. See just how our ancestors lived.
  3. Stenness
    30m
    These stone are though to the the oldest in the British Isles. These enormous stones are all that is left of an ancient ceremonial site.
  4. Ring of Brodgar
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    A massive stone circle, originally consisting of 60 stones – 36 survive today. At least 13 prehistoric burial mounds. A large rock-cut ditch surrounding the stone circle
Day 3: Back to the ferry
  1. Pass by
    Back onto the ferry for the crossing to the mainland.
  2. Dunrobin Castle and Gardens
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    The home of the Dukes of Sutherland. Explore the castle and gardens. If we are lucky there may be a Falconry display to admire.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

25 Union Street, Inverness IV1 1QA

End point

25 Union Street, Inverness IV1 1QA

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Luggage Restrictions: Maximum weight: 15kg. Maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry on
  • If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
  • Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person
  • Children under 3 years not accepted- valid ID may be required at check in.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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