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Explore Shetland and Orkney's stunning archaeology, wildlife, and landscapes on this wonderful mini cruise to the Northern Isles. Expect dramatic rugged coastlines and fascinating wildlife, ancient history, and a unique blend of Scottish and Scandinavian cultures. We visit Skara Brae, the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe and the stunning Italian Chapel on Orkney. We also include Jarlshof Prehistoric Settlement, Shetland’s most impressive archaeological site. A trip that will live long in the memory!
Your Holiday Package Includes:
- 3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast plus 1 dinner in hotels & 1 lunch as stated
- 2 nights bed & breakfast plus 1 dinner on Northlink Ferry in 4 berth inside cabins
- Services of experienced tour driver
- Luxury coach with onboard toilet & facilities
- Services of local guides for 1½ days
- EXCURSIONS – entry to North Coast Visitor Centre (free), Italian Chapel, Skara Brae & Skaill House, Shetland Museum & Archives and Jarlshof Prehistoric Settlement
Your Holiday Accommodation:
The *** SALUTATION HOTEL is situated in the heart of the historic city of Perth. One of the oldest hotels in Scotland, it retains its historic charm with modern day facilities. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, tea making facilities, and hairdryer. Wi-Fi available in public areas. There is a lift to the first floor only.
The *** NORSEMAN HOTEL is in the Viking town of Wick, only a few minutes’ walk from the town centre. Recently refurbished it offers modern accommodation with a restaurant and bar. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, tea making facilities, hairdryer, and Wi-Fi. There is no lift but plenty of ground floor rooms.
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Itineraries
Wednesday
Date : July 23, 2025
Depart for Perth
We journey north via main roads and motorways to Perth for overnight half board accommodation at the Salutation HotelThursday
Date : July 24, 2025
Depart for Wick
We continue north, via the stunning city of Inverness, and travel to Wick for 2 nights half board accommodation at the Norseman Hotel.Friday
Date : July 25, 2025
Caithness & John o’ Groats
Today we explore Caithness, calling at the North Coast Visitor Centre in Thurso before continuing along the stunning coastline to John o’ Groats, the most northerly point of the UK mainland. There will be time to explore the village and take in the stunning scenery.Saturday
Date : July 26, 2025
Ferry Crossing to Orkney,
After a leisurely breakfast we travel to Scrabster for our early afternoon ferry to Stromness on Orkney. After disembarking we are joined by a local guide and visit the ancient settlement of Skara Brae & Skaill House. Discovered in 1850 and older than Stone Henge, it offers a unique insight into prehistoric life. We also include a visit to the interesting Italian Chapel, a beautiful Roman Catholic chapel in Lamb Holm which was constructed by Italian POWs during the Second World War. We continue to the Albert Hotel for a 3-course dinner with tea & coffee before boarding our ferry for the overnight crossing from Kirkwall to Lerwick on Shetland.Sunday
Date : July 27, 2025
Guided Tour including Jarlshof & Shetland Museum & Archive
After a continental breakfast on board we disembark and are joined by a local guide for the day. Enjoy a coastal tour of the South before we continue to Jarlshof, Europe’s largest archaeological site ranging from the Neolithic up to the 1600’s. After an included soup & sandwich lunch we explore the Shetland Museum & Archive before visiting a local jewellery workshop. Later we board our ferry for dinner and the overnight crossing from Lerwick to Aberdeen.Monday
Date : July 28, 2025
Return Home
After breakfast we disembark in Aberdeen and begin our journey home, making suitable stops along the way and arriving into our local area early evening.Supplements
Single supplement – £229.00
Outside 2 berth cabin on Northlink Ferry – £10.00 per cabin
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Required
PLEASE NOTE: This is quite a demanding touring holiday with several hotels and ferries being used and one hotel has no lift. Please decide if this holiday is suitable for you before booking.
Deposit
£60.00 per person
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