Orkney

Day 1

Following local early morning pick ups, we depart South Wales and head to Scotland.

Day 2

From our overnight hotel, we head through the highlands and up to Fort William before continuing along the total length of Loch Ness. The loch contains more freshwater than all lakes in England and Wales combined! We continue up to our overnight hotel in Wick.  

Day 3

Today we board the early afternoon ferry to cross the Pentland Firth - a graveyard to sunken ships, arriving in St Margaret’s Hope. The day concludes with a drive along the shoreline of Scapa Flow – famous as the naval refuge during both world wars.

Day 4

Today our local guide joins us for a memorable day out. As the day unfolds, the island's Neolithic ancestry is evident as many ancient monuments, stone circles, settlements and tombs are visited - a testament to its UNESCO World Heritage status. The tour includes a scenic circular tour of the island, visiting most of the main sites, including 5000-year-old Skara Brae, Churchill Barriers, Ring of Brodgar, Stennes Standing Stones & Italian Chapel. Along the way, listen to the tales of Viking intruders, wartime exploits and immerse yourself in Orkney’s rich maritime heritage.  

Day 5

New is the highly rated. Enjoy a tour and a guided tasting of the area’s most up-and-coming spirit, Orkney Distillery. Enjoy a walk in the local town followed by a relaxing afternoon tea to finish off a relaxing day in Kirkwall. 

Day 6

Catch the morning ferry back to the mainland, southwards bound on the coastal drive to Inverness with time free in the Highland capital. Onwards & into the Spey Valley passing Aviemore, Kingussie & Newtonmore. Then over The Drumochter Pass and into the Big Tree County of Perthshire for your final night’s stay, before our onward journey home the next day.  

Day 7

After an early morning breakfast, we Depart our hotel and return to South Wales.