The Highlights tour explores some of Orkney’s most iconic attractions and areas of outstanding natural beauty. This Orkney tour will include a visit to UNESCO Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage sites in the West Mainland, home to spectacular ancient sites, Scapa Flow, the world renowned body of water and its wartime heritage, before returning to Kirkwall, the historical capital of Orkney and a tour around our magnificent Viking cathedral.
Watch this short video on "Viking Orkney"
Features
- UNESCO World Heritage sites including: Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness- 5000 years of history
- Scapa Flow: scenic coastal views of this famous natural anchorage; hear about its fascinating wartime heritage and importance as a haven for wildlife
- Natural highlights such as the Cliffs of Yesnaby: dramatic Atlantic coastline, geology and WW2 history
- Viking Orkney: hear about Orkney's viking past to experience the Norse heritage of the islands
- St Magnus Cathedral: visit to Orkney's stunning medieval building forunded in 1137
What’s included
- Fully inclusive prices
- Personalised, shared tour for up to 7-8 people
- Travel in style in our spacious, air-conditioned vehicle
- For cruise liner passengers, a pier side pick up and drop off is included
Extra benefits
- Orcadian driver guide and history teacher
- Learn a few words and phrases of the local dialect
- Mystery detours to local gems often off the beaten track, schedule permitting
