3-Day Orkney Islands Tour from Inverness

4.6
(11 reviews)
Inverness, Scotland

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

2 nights accommodation
Maes Howe, Skara Brae, Italian Chapel
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Local driver-guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
25 Union St

25 Union Street, Inverness IV1 1QA

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    A ferry to the Isle of Orkney

    2 stops
  • 1
    The Italian Chapel

    Stop at the charmmg chapel built by Italian prisoners of war during WWII.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    The drive will take us past the Churchill Barriers built to protect the British fleet from submarines.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Step back in history

    4 stops
  • 3
    Maeshowe Chambered Cairn

    Visit the magnificent chambered cairn of Maeshowe - dating back some 5000 years.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Skara Brae

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    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.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ring of Brodgar

    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

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 3

    Back to the ferry

    2 stops
  • 7

    Back onto the ferry for the crossing to the mainland.

    Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Dunrobin Castle and Gardens

    The home of the Dukes of Sutherland. Explore the castle and gardens. If we are lucky there may be a Falconry display to admire.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Highland Experience Tours

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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