3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Tour from Inverness
The archipelago of Orkney hides many treasures: and on our new three-day tour, your experienced driver-guide will ensure you find the best of them. You’ll unearth some of the most well-preserved prehistoric sites in Europe, examine a beautiful red sandstone coast, and discover the vibrant culture of remote island communities. All from the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach. It’s an experience you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
This 3-days small-group Orkney tour from Inverness offers a unique blend of history, breathtaking landscapes, and coastal adventure. It goes beyond sightseeing, offering stops at culturally rich sites like Dunrobin Castle and John O’Groats, and the chance to spot whales while crossing the Pentland Firth. With highlights such as Kirkwall’s Norse heritage, the ancient Skara Brae village, and the mystical Ring of Brodgar, this tour will connect you with Scotland’s ancient past and northern beauty, making it an unforgettable journey through Orkney's most iconic heritage sites and scenic wonders.
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.
Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 16 clients. Day 1 Drive the scenic NC500 route, experiencing some of Scotland's most incredible views before taking the boat to the Orkney Isles. Once on the island, we'll visit the Italian Chapel and head to Scapa Distillery for a whisky tasting! Day 2 Experience the historic Viking town of Kirkwall. Travel back in time and get up close to 5000 year old Standing Stones, Stone Circles and enter an ancient Chambered Burial Cairn. Day 3 Travel by boat over the sea to the mainland before visiting John O'Groats, the northernmost settlement on the British mainland. Crawl on your hands and knees to reach the center of historic burial cairns. Experience coastal scenery on the stunning drive to Inverness. (Please note: days may be done in a different order/include a different distillery).