The Norse Legacy 4 day Expedition

4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The magical Islands of both Orkney and Shetland!

Brand new and exclusive for 2025.

Looking for an all-encompassing tour of the North isles? then look no further. Due to the complex nature of inter island logistics.

This tour is over 4 days and covers 2 day tours of Orkney and One full day in Shetland, Plane tickets between the Islands are not included and will need to be booked separately.

All entry fees to sites, a private guide and land transportation/transfers are included for the 3 days on tour.

As my new flagship product I look forward to delivering this tour and hope it is the best multi-day tour you have been on!

What's Included

Private transportation
All entry fees at sites listed.
Private guide
Connecting flights
Accommodation
Food and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

I will have a sign with the lead clients initials on it.

OR
Meeting point

Waiting room of Kirkwall Travel centre

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Orkney Odyssey tour 5H+

    7 stops
  • 1

    Known as the light in the North, This Cathedral is a very special place. Building work started in 1137.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Built by Italian POW and a lasting relic of Orkneys links to WW2.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    125 square miles of sheltered natural harbour and the main fleet anchorage for the Royal Navy in both world wars plus lots more history.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    My personal favourite chambered cairn and unique personal story's which go along with it, Even older than Skara Brae!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Dramatic sea cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean as well as unique geology and plant life found in very few places.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    A almost intact neolithic village from 5000 years ago and one of the best sites in all of Orkney.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 7

    A neolithic stone circle and the third largest in the UK. I will bring it to light with stories found nowhere else.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Orkney coastal charms tour 5H+

    6 stops
  • 8

    Our finest example of Iron age broch and Pictish dwelling. Via Tingwall and the Rendall doocot.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 9

    A step back in time into Orkneys farming history, a hidden gem and a peat fire!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    A Viking age settlement and church which is only accessible at low tide, A fantastic photo stop.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Visit Stromness and learn about its history stopping lastly at the Meuseum.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 12

    A coastal battery and some story's from WW2, the Hoy sound.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13

    After a photo stop at wide ford hill we will return to Kirkwall.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Shetland customisable tour 7H+ and transfers

    1 stop
  • 14

    Availability based start time from available flights from Kirkwall to Sumburgh. A full day guided tour of Shetland including transfers to accommodation.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Return to Kirkwall

    1 stop
  • 15

    The tour will finish at Kirkwall Travel centre on day 4.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Historic Orkney

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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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