Orkney and Scotlands Far North Autumn 2027

ORKNEY AND SCOTLAND’S FAR NORTH

19 – 24 September 2027

Sunday – Friday

6 Days

From £1,349

Scotland is calling! Journey north to the captivating Orkney Islands, where spectacular coastal scenery, fascinating history and ancient treasures await. Enjoy a guided exploration of Orkney, discover beautiful St Magnus Cathedral and the remarkable Italian Chapel, and step back thousands of years at the prehistoric village of Skara Brae. With scenic ferry crossings and welcoming overnight stays in Pitlochry and near Glasgow, this memorable tour showcases some of Scotland’s most fascinating northern landscapes.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

· Discover picturesque Pitlochry, surrounded by the magnificent scenery of Highland Perthshire

· Sail across to the remarkable Orkney Islands, enjoying spectacular views along the way

· Explore Kirkwall, Orkney’s historic and characterful island capital

· Discover the extraordinary landscapes and ancient treasures of Orkney with an expert guide

· Step inside magnificent St Magnus Cathedral, the striking heart of historic Kirkwall

· Discover the beautiful Italian Chapel, created by Italian prisoners of war during the Second World War

· Step back 5,000 years at extraordinary Skara Brae, one of Europe’s best-preserved prehistoric settlements

· Discover vibrant Glasgow, renowned for its magnificent architecture, culture and warm Scottish welcome.

(19) DAY ONE – Pitlochry and Arrival

We depart from your home and travel north into Scotland, with comfort stops along the way. We arrive in the picturesque Victorian town of Pitlochry and check into Fisher’s Hotel for our overnight stay, with time to settle in before dinner this evening.

(20) DAY TWO – Journey to Orkney

After breakfast, we continue our journey north through the spectacular Scottish Highlands to Scrabster. Here we board the NorthLink ferry for our crossing to Stromness in the Orkney Islands, with a three-course dinner and a soft or hot drink included during our journey. On arrival in Stromness, we continue to the Kirkwall Hotel, our base for the next three nights.

(21) DAY THREE – Guided Tour of Orkney, St Magnus Cathedral and Italian Chapel

Today we are joined by our local guide for a fascinating full-day tour of Orkney. Discover the islands’ wonderful scenery, fascinating history and unique character as we explore some of Orkney’s highlights. During our day we visit magnificent St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall and the remarkable Italian Chapel, beautifully created by Italian prisoners of war during the Second World War.

(22) DAY FOUR – Skara Brae and Orkney

Today we continue our exploration of Orkney with a visit to the remarkable prehistoric settlement of Skara Brae. Step back thousands of years as we discover this fascinating Neolithic village and learn more about the lives of its ancient inhabitants. Afterwards, enjoy more time on Orkney before returning to our hotel.

(23) DAY FIVE – Orkney to Glasgow

This morning we say farewell to Orkney and travel to St Margaret’s Hope, where we board the Ferrie for our crossing to Gills Bay on the Scottish mainland.

We then begin our scenic journey south through Scotland, arriving at the Glasgow Westerwood Hotel for our final overnight stay.

(24) DAY SIX – Departure

After breakfast this morning, we make a stop in Glasgow before we begin our journey home.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

5 nights accommodation

Porterage on arrival and departure throughout

Full-day guided tour of Orkney

NorthLink ferry – Scrabster to Stromness

3-course dinner with soft/hot drink on outward ferry crossing

Visit to St Magnus Cathedral

Italian Chapel

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village, Kirkwall

Pentland Ferries crossing – St Margaret’s Hope to Gills Bay.

FISHERS HOTEL, PITLOCHRY (Outbound overnight)

Fisher’s Hotel is located right in the centre of the beautiful Victorian town of Pitlochry, Perthshire. One of our biggest surprises is the award-winning gardens that surround the hotel. The rooms are tastefully decorated, are all en-suite rooms and contain all modern amenities such as flat screen tv’s and tea/coffee making facilities.

THE KIRKWALL HOTEL, ORKNEY – (main Hotel)

Enjoying a wonderful harbourside location in the heart of Kirkwall, the Kirkwall Hotel provides an ideal base for discovering the fascinating Orkney Islands. This characterful hotel offers comfortable accommodation within easy reach of Kirkwall’s shops, historic streets and attractions. Twelve sea-view rooms are included within our allocation, offering lovely views across the harbour.

GLASGOW WESTERWOOD HOTEL (Inbound Overnight)

Set within attractive surroundings near Glasgow, the Westerwood Hotel provides a comfortable and relaxing final overnight stay. The hotel offers spacious accommodation and welcoming public areas, making it an ideal place to unwind after our journey south from Orkney before continuing home the following morning.