Orkney Day Trip

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(139 reviews)

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This is an excellent way to see some of what Orkney has to offer in a single day. Hop on the ferry in Scrabster that departs at 8.45am, visit Orkney and return in the same day. (Please note ferry fares are not included. Ferry fares are £22.65 each way for an adult, £20.39 each way for 60+, please see Northlink Ferries website for more information.)

Take in Orkney's beautiful scenery and visit some fantastic sites, that includes standing stones, a Neolithic village and dramatic cliff's.

The Orkney Travel Day Trip departs from Stromness Travel Centre where the Northlink Ferry arrives from Scrabster. The tour returns to Stromness Travel Centre at 4pm in plenty of time for the 4.45pm ferry back to Scrabster.

THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE IF YOU ARE ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP IN KIRKWALL, PLEASE LOOK AT THE WEST MAINLAND TOUR INSTEAD. (The starting point is in Stromness which is 15 miles from the cruise port in Kirkwall.)

What's Included

Entry Fee for Skara Brae and Italian Chapel (if selected)
Bottled water
Lunch
Gratuities
Ferry Fares

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet Orkney Travel minibus at Stromness Travel Centre

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Photo Stop at the dramatic Cliff's of Yesnaby

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Guided Tour of 5,000 year old village Skara Brae. Free time to explore Skaill House, visitor centre or have a bite to eat.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Guided Tour around the Neolithic stone circle the Ring of Brodgar

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Guided Tour of Standing Stones of Stenness

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Free time to explore Orkney's main town of Kirkwall

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Drive around and learn about Scapa Flow's war history.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Guided tour of Unstan Tomb

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CRUISE SHIP GUESTS DUE TO LOCATION OF STARTING POINT
  • Please note: The seats in our vehicle are between 48cm and 51cm wide. While there is generous legroom, the seat width may feel restrictive for some guests. If you think this may affect your comfort, you're welcome to purchase an additional seat. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns – we're happy to help.
  • Lunch is available at Skara Brae café and Kirkwall, however, we do suggest you bring some lunch with you to give you more time at the sites.
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