Orkney Day Trip

• Skara Brae: Step back in time over 5,000 years and visit the best preserved Neolithic village in Europe, part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our neolithic ancestors were far more advanced than we realise - they even had plumbing.
• The Ring of Brodgar: One of the largest stone circles in Britain, a few recent discoveries have begun to unravel its mysteries. That being said, there is still so much we don’t know. What we do know is that dancing around them naked, whilst freeing, is discouraged on the group tour - please see private tour section).
• The Italian Chapel: a monument to peace built during the most turbulent of times and created mostly from salvaged materials. Domenico Chiocchetti’s masterpiece blends artistry with endeavour.
• Scapa Flow & the Churchill Barriers: Visit the largest natural harbour in the Northern Hemisphere and the causeways built to keep the British navy safe. 
• St Magnus Cathedral: Orkney's grand cathedral in Kirkwall, a 12th-century architectural masterpiece (although ask us about the leaning pillar of Kirkwall).
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The Orkney Day Trip departs from:

• Kirkwall Harbour at 09:30 
• Stromness Ferry Terminal at 10:25 (linking with the 08:45 NorthLink ferry from Scrabster).

After a full day of exploring Orkney’s best historical sites, we’ll drop you back in time for the 16:45 NorthLink ferry from Stromness (or at your Kirkwall accommodation or at the harbour).

Tour Orkney Day Trip Promise:

• Small Group Size: Avoid the crowds and enjoy a more intimate exploration with a maximum of 8 guests. In our experience this makes for the best experience
• Expert Local Guide: Experience the history, myths, and legends of Orkney, brought to life by your guide. Although the Vikings were particularly terrifying so he’ll try not to bring them too much to life…
• Convenient Ferry Connections: Connect with the NorthLink ferry for a stress-free day trip. Unless the boat sinks; but as we say here at Tour Orkney, a disaster survived is the stuff of great stories.

Ready for a day packed with history, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable stories (Ciaran sometimes forgets them so not so sure about that)? Book your Orkney Day Trip now and explore Orkney in a day.