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Once again, we travel to the far north of Scotland and experience the dramatic coastline with visits to the remote Castle of Mey and John O’Groats together with a full day’s visit to Orkney. The Norseman Hotel is in the small picturesque and historically rich town of Wick. Its history stretches back at least to the time of the Vikings, when it was called “Vik”, the Norse word for bay. Wick is famous for its fishing industry, having had the biggest herring port in all of Europe in the 19th century. While nowadays the harbour is used more for commercial trade than fish and has turned into a popular destination for yachts in the summer, you can still relive its history in an enjoyable tour at the Wick Heritage Centre.
Your Holiday Package Includes:
5 nights dinner, bed, and breakfast
Luxury coach travel
Service of experienced tour driver
Ferry travel
Guided tour of Orkney
EXCURSIONS – entry to Castle of Mey
Your Holiday Accommodation:
The *** HIGHLANDER HOTEL is situated in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, and you can be sure of a true Scottish welcome. All bedrooms are en suite with showers only (no bath), TV, tea making facilities, hairdryer, and Wi-Fi. There is no lift, but most bedrooms are on the ground and first floor.
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.
The *** BEST WESTERN SURE COLLECTION PITBAUCHLIE HOUSE HOTEL is set in 3 acres of ornate gardens and woodland. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, tea making facilities, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, and Wi-Fi. There is no lift.
PLEASE NOTE: This is quite a demanding touring holiday. None of the hotels have a lift; please decide if this holiday will be suitable for you before booking.
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Itineraries
Saturday
Date : July 6, 2024
Depart for Newtonmore
We travel to Newtonmore in the Scottish Highlands, making suitable stops along the way. Arriving at the Highlander Hotel for our overnight half board accommodation.Sunday
Date : July 7, 2024
Depart for Wick
We continue our journey north, passing more dramatic scenery as we travel via the Cairngorms & Inverness, arriving in Wick at the Norseman Hotel for 3 nights half board accommodation.Monday
Date : July 8, 2024
Castle of Mey & free afternoon in Wick
We visit Her Majesty The Queen Mother’s beloved Castle of Mey in Caithness. It has been kept just as it was when she was alive. We can explore the Castle and Gardens before returning for a free afternoon in Wick.Tuesday
Date : July 9, 2024
Orkney
We board the morning ferry from John O’Groats to Orkney where we will be met by a local coach for an excursion around the island. You will view Scapa Flow, Ring of Brodgar, the Italian Chapel and Kirkwall (admission charges not included).Wednesday
Date : July 10, 2024
Depart for Dunfermline
Beginning our journey south we travel via Dingwall, Aviemore and Pitlochry before arriving in Dunfermline for our overnight half board accommodation at the Pitbauchlie House Hotel.Thursday
Date : July 11, 2024
Return home
We travel via the main roads and motorways making suitable stops along the way, arriving home late afternoon.Supplements
Single supplement – £104.00
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Strongly recommended
PLEASE NOTE: This is quite a demanding touring holiday. None of the hotels have a lift; please decide if this holiday will be suitable for you before booking.
Deposit
£60.00 per person
Coach Seating Plan
