5 Days Orkney Islands & NC500 Tour from Glasgow

Discover Scotland’s Highlands and Orkney Islands in 5 days. Explore historic sites, scenic routes, and enjoy whisky tours. Small group experience from Glasgow.

Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 6 days learn more
Highlights

Highlands of Scotland, Kings Estate and Culloden Battlefield

Balmoral Castle - Explore the Highland estate privately owned by King Charles, originally purchased by Queen Victoria.

Cairngorms National Park - Discover Cairngorms National Park, the largest and one of the most stunning National Parks in the country, perfect for a delightful woodland walk.

Culloden Battlefield - Delve into the history of Culloden Battlefield and uncover the turbulent past of the Jacobite Uprising, Civil War, and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

North Coast 500 to Orkney Islands

Dunrobin Castle and Gardens - Visit one of the most beautiful castles in Scotland. Dunrobin Castle is the historic home of the Sutherland Clan for hundreds of years.

The Glenmorangie Distillery Co - Savor Scotch Whisky at Glenmorangie Distillery, one of Scotland’s most iconic distilleries. Join a tour and tasting to experience this exquisite “Water of Life.”

Castle Sinclair Girnigoe - Stroll out to Sinclair Castle at Wick and explore these dramatic ruins perched on the cliff’s edge.

Kirkstyle - Pass through the village of Kirkstyle on the way to the ferry to the Orkney Islands.

Orkney Islands Adventure

Kirkwall - Visit the ancient Viking town of Kirkwall and explore St Magnus Cathedral in the heart of the town.

Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Tour the ancient monument dating back 5000 years with an expert guide.

Standing Stones of Stenness - Feel like Claire from Outlander as you visit some of the tallest standing stones in the country, dating back over 5000 years. Also, explore the nearby ancient building foundations and see how similar our stone age ancestors were to us.

Ring of Brodgar - Visit one of the largest stone circles in the country at the Ring of Brodgar.

Skara Brae - Walk in the footsteps of ancient ancestors and visit the homes they lived in over 5000 years ago at Skara Brae. See the beds they slept in, the shelves they built, and the homes that have been perfectly preserved.

Orkney Islands, NC500 to Inverness

Dunnet Head - Enjoy a scenic walk and discover beautiful coastal views, looking back across to the Orkney Islands at this nature reserve.

John O’Groats - Explore the quaint village of John O’Groats and take a photo with the famous finger post at Scotland’s northernmost mainland settlement.

Inverness - Return to the Inverness area for an evening stay.

Loch Ness Cruise, Glencoe and the Highlands of Scotland

Loch Ness - Visit the legendary Loch Ness and try to spot Nessie on a cruise of these picturesque waters.

Glencoe - Discover one of the most scenic and dramatic locations in Scotland by visiting the valley of Glencoe.

Rannoch Moor - Experience one of Scotland’s last true wilderness areas. Take the opportunity to stop and admire the stunning and remote landscape.

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - Explore Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, one of Scotland’s most scenic areas. Visit several locations to appreciate the beauty and learn about the wildlife, culture, and history of the region.

What's Included
  • Guided short walks in the Highlands of Scotland and the Orkney Islands
  • Ferry to the Orkney Islands
  • Visit to 5000 Year Old Standing Stones of Stenness
  • Visit to the Ring of Brodgar
  • Ferry to the Mainland from the Orkney Islands
What's Not Included
  • Meals and Snacks
  • Entry to Balmoral Castle - Approx £16
  • Entry to Culloden Moor Visitor Center Approx £15 (You can visit the Battlefield with out paying)
  • Visit to Dunrobin Castle Approx £15
  • Fees to Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery - Approx £22
  • Entry to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Approx £11
  • Entry to Skara Brae - Approx £13
  • Fees for Loch Ness Cruise - Approx £17
Additional Information

Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 8 Clients

Explore some of the most gorgeous and historic locations in the Highlands of Scotland and the Orkney Islands over 5 wonderful days.

Visit the King estate of Balmoral, walk in beautiful Woodlands, travel through the Cairngorms and Loch Lomond National Park visit Culloden Battlefield, and search for Nessie on a cruise of Loch Ness

Drive the scenic NC500 route and get a wonderful experience at Dunrobin Castle before drinking delicious Scotch Whisky on a Highland Distillery Tour, then walk to a historic ruined Castle before getting the boat across to the Orkney Islands

Experience the historic Viking town of Kirkwall.
Travel back in time and get up close to 5000-year-old Standing Stones, and Stone Circles and enter ancient Chambered Burial Cairns

Enjoy a lovely walk at Dunnet Head Nature Reserve.
Visit John O Groats the most northerly settlement on the British mainland and discover the beauty of Glencoe & the Highlands.

  • Not recommended for Travellers with mobility or walking problems
Location
Buchanan Bus Station Taxi Rank
Cowcaddens Road
Your Tour Guide will be there in a vehicle which will have an Experience Scotland's Wild logo on the front and back Check-in: 15 minutes before tour start time
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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