Seascapes & Neolithic Orkney
Seascapes & Neolithic Orkney
Book NowJoin us as we head to mainland Orkney for our Seascapes and Neolithic Orkney Tour. Enjoy breathtaking views as we sail from mainland Scotland to dock in Stromness on Orkney Main Island, as we pull into the port the warm twinkling lights of the harbour welcome us. From Stromness travel over the mouth of the Stenness Loch, one of the largest sea lochs on Orkneys main island as it outflows into The Bay of Ireland and Scapa Flow beyond, cross the Brig o’Waithe arches to continue our journey arriving at our destination in Kirkwall. During our tour we have included a full day tour of Orkney with the services of a local guide to enhance this already wonderful tour, visit some of the best examples of rich Neolithic sites with stops at the Standing Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brodgar before continuing to the highlight, Skara Brae, built over 5000 years ago, this pre-historic village pre-dates Stonehenge. We also include a visit to one of Orkney’s most loved attractions, the Italian Chapel built by Italian POW’s, a beautiful reminder of peace and hope. Spend free time exploring Kirkwall, the Orkney Island capital, rich in history with a Viking heart. Don’t miss out on this wonderful tour that will leave you with lasting memories, book early to avoid disappointment.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Executive coach travel throughout
Excursions
Overnight Hotel – Fishers Hotel, Pitlochry – 14/09/2025 – 1 Night
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
n.b as there is no porterage at the overnight hotel you may wish to pack an overnight bag, please ensure you have you essentials including medication and valuables as
your main case with remain on the coach.
Mainstay Hotel – Kirkwall Hotel, Kirkwall -15/09/2025 to 18/09/2025 – 3 Nights
15/9/2025 Ferry Crossing Northlink Ferries Scrabster to Stromness
Evening meal onboard Northlink Ferries Scrabster to Stromness due to late arrival at the hotel 15/9/2025
Porterage at The Kirkwall Hotel only
1 night Bed and Breakfast 15/09/2025 as evening meal onboard the ferry due to late arrival at the hotel.
2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast 16th-18th September 2025
En-suite bedrooms
Admission to the Italian Chapel, Kirkwall
Admission to Skara Brae Prehistoric Village, Kirkwall
Services of a guide for a full day tour of Orkney
18/09/2025 ferry crossing from St Margarets Hope to Gills Bay
Overnight Hotel – The Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore - 18/09/2025 – 1 night
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
n.b as there is no porterage at the overnight hotel you may wish to pack an overnight bag, please ensure you have you essentials including medication and valuables as
your main case with remain on the coach.
Single room supplement - £210.00
Itinerary
Sunday
Depart Leyland at 10.00am for our journey to Scotland and our overnight hotel in Pitlochry with a suitable lunch stop en-route.
Monday
Check out of our overnight hotel following breakfast, journey to Inverness where we will enjoy a couple of hours exploring with time to obtain lunch, continue our journey to Scrabster where we will board the evening Northlink Ferry to Stromness on the shore of Hamvanoe, an inlet of Scapa Flow, be welcomed by the twinkling lights of the harbour as the ferry pulls in. Travel over the mouth of the Strenness Loch, one of the largest sea lochs on Orkneys main island as it outflows in to the Bay of Ireland and Scapa Flow beyond. Cross the Brig o'waithe arches to continue our Orkney journey arriving at our destination in Kirkwall on the Orkney mainland, our home for the next 3 nights. Take in the wonderful views from the hotel while your luggage is taken to your room.
Tuesday
This morning following breakfast we meet our local guide who will join us on the coach for a full day excursion of Orkney. Begin with a visit to one of Orkneys most loved attractions, The Italian Chapel on Lamb Holm, constructed by Italian Prisoners of War who were transported to Orkney to build the Churchill Barriers, amongst the prisoners in camp 60 was an artist Domenico Chiocchetti, he was given the task of transforming two Nissen huts, with the help of other prisoners into a chapel, their work can be seen here today as a lasting reminder of peace and hope. The Orkney's are rich with Neolithic sites across the islands, stops are made at the impressive Standing Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brodgar, before continuing to the highlight, Skara Brae. Built over 5000 years ago, this pre-historic village pre-dates Stonehenge.
Wednesday
Today you have a day of leisure to explore Kirkwall's many museums and art galleries as well as the busy harbour. Close by the hotel is the Orkney Distillery and Visitor Centre with the main shopping area located just behind. Perhaps visit the imposing St Magnus Cathedral which has been a place of worship on the island for over 8 centuries. Enjoy the Orkney Island capital with its busy historic centre brimming with character.
Thursday
Check out of our hotel following breakfast as we bid farewell to mainland Orkney and take the scenic journey as we travel across the causeways of the archipelago to St Margaret's Hope the most picturesque village in the archipelago. This wonderful journey takes us across iconic causeways through the small Orkney Islands of Lamb Holm and Glimps Holm, Burray and South Ronaldsay encompassing the Churchill Barriers. Board the ferry to Gill's Bay on the Scottish mainland and continue our journey to our overnight hotel in Newtonmore.
Friday
Check out of our overnight hotel following breakfast to continue our journey home with a suitable lunch stop en-route
Overnight Hotel - 1 Night
| Hotel | Fishers Hotel 75-79 Atholl Road Pitlochry Perth & Kinross PH16 5BN |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01796 472000 |
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| About the hotel | Fishers Hotel in Pitlochry is based in the centre of the beautiful Victorian town of Pitlochry, surrounded by award-winning gardens. The hotel enjoys a traditional bar and cosy lounge. Guest bedrooms are spacious beautifully furnished and decorated rooms with all the amenities you would expect from a 4-sat hotel, a wonderful choice for a relaxing stay on our overnight to the Orkney’s. |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Safety Deposit Box |
| AC | No |
| Pool | No |
| Gym | No |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | No |
Main Stay Hotel - 3 Nights
| Hotel | Kirkwall Hotel Harbour Street Kirkwall Orkney KW15 1LF |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 3 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01856 872232 |
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| About the hotel | The imposing Kirkwall Hotel looks out across the shimmering harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town. Stepping out of the front door its just a short walk to the main shopping area with cinema and leisure centre just 15minutes walk away. Kirkwall’s attractions include the Orkney Museum and the magnificent 12th century St Magnus Cathedral. Most of our rooms on this tour include a sea view. Guest bedrooms are spacious, comfortable rooms, beautifully furnished in keeping with the hotel’s location. |
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| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | No |
| AC | No |
| Pool | No |
| Gym | No |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
Overnight Hotel - 1 Night
| Hotel | The Highlander Hotel Kingussie Road Newtonmore Highland PH21 1HJ |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 3 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01540 673341 (hotel primary number) or 0330 094 5918 (bespoke Hotels) |
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| About the hotel | The Highlander Hotel is located within the beautiful Cairngorm National Park in the village of Newtonmore, just 6 miles from the geographical centre of Scotland. The hotel has a bar and cosy lounge. Guest bedrooms are spacious, traditional rooms, a comfortable place to relax following a busy day travelling and a great choice of overnight hotel before heading home. N.B The hotel is low rise, the upper floor is accessible by stairs only, we can’t guarantee but can request ground floor rooms with the hotel who will do their upmost to accommodate. |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | No. Low rise Hotel, upper floors accessible by stairs only |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | No |
| AC | No |
| Pool | No |
| Gym | No |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | No |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
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| Carnforth | Carnforth Truckstop |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
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