5-Day Orkney & Northern Coast Tour from Edinburgh Incl Admissions
Overview
Venture to the far-flung Orkney Islands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh with 3-star accommodation included, and visit top Highland towns and attractions, too! With a friendly guide, travel through the Highlands, visiting Loch Ness and Glencoe, and pass John o’Groats on route to the stunning Orkney Island archipelago. With Kirkwall (Orkney’s capital) as your base, discover the area’s historical highlights such as Skara Brae, Maeshowe and the Standing Stones of Stenness. On route back to Edinburgh, call in at the 15th-century ruins of Ardvreck Castle and Culloden Moor, an important Jacobite battlefield. Overnight stays in Inverness and Ullapool are included, plus two nights in Kirkwall.
*Tour Price includes entrance to Skara Brae, Maeshowe and Culloden Battlefield.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- 4 nights en-suite accommodation in either a B&B or 3-star hotel (breakfast included)
- Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- Entrance Fees: Skara Brae, Maeshowe and Culloden Battlefield
- Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Meals and refreshments
- Admission fees & optional activities: Unless specified
Meeting Location
Edinburgh EH1 3AY
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Edinburgh - Inverness
2 Stops
Inverness - John O' Groats - Orkney
3 Stops
Full day touring around Orkneys
3 Stops
Kirkwall - St Margaret's Hope - Ullapool
3 Stops
Ullapool - Edinburgh
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
- Please note: you will be required to choose between either a 3-star bed and breakfast or 3-star hotel at time of booking
- Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Skara Brae - We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Maeshowe – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Culloden - We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
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Activity code: C-22505DORK
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