Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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This is an excellent way to see some of what Orkney has to offer in a single day. Hop on the ferry in Scrabster that departs at 8.45am, visit Orkney and return in the same day. (Please note ferry fares are not included. Ferry fares are £22.65 each way for an adult, £20.39 each way for 60+, please see Northlink Ferries website for more information.)
Take in Orkney's beautiful scenery and visit some fantastic sites, that includes standing stones, a Neolithic village and dramatic cliff's.
The Orkney Travel Day Trip departs from Stromness Travel Centre where the Northlink Ferry arrives from Scrabster. The tour returns to Stromness Travel Centre at 4pm in plenty of time for the 4.45pm ferry back to Scrabster.
THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE IF YOU ARE ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP IN KIRKWALL, PLEASE LOOK AT THE WEST MAINLAND TOUR INSTEAD. (The starting point is in Stromness which is 15 miles from the cruise port in Kirkwall.)
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CRUISE SHIP GUESTS DUE TO LOCATION OF STARTING POINT
Please note: The seats in our vehicle are between 48cm and 51cm wide. While there is generous legroom, the seat width may feel restrictive for some guests. If you think this may affect your comfort, you're welcome to purchase an additional seat. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns – we're happy to help.
Lunch is available at Skara Brae café and Kirkwall, however, we do suggest you bring some lunch with you to give you more time at the sites.
What To Expect
Yesnaby Cliffs
Photo Stop at the dramatic Cliff's of Yesnaby
Skara Brae
Guided Tour of 5,000 year old village Skara Brae. Free time to explore Skaill House, visitor centre or have a bite to eat.
Options
Orkney Travel Day Trip
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Skara Brae / Skaill House
Lunch
Gratuities
Ferry Fares
Italian Chapel (optional stop instead of Free Time in Kirkwall)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
168 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
All Day tour of Orkney
Lisa D,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're limited in time on the island then this all day trip is for you. See all the notables with a well seasoned tour guide who actually takes you on the tour. Can pick and drop you off at the ferry terminal. BYO lunch, you'll be eating it along the way. Highly recommend.
Excellent.
Chris T,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Covered loads of historical places on Orkney in comfort with friendly and knowledgeable tour guide (Dougie).
Well-paced tour
Rockkatrine,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a knowledgeable guide and the tour was well paced and not arduous. The wee coach is comfortable and the stops are well organised for group. A range of day trippers and island staying tourists.
The tour was unbeatable especially because our tour guide, Ron, was knowledgeable and timed the trip perfectly.
wren0807,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was more than expected. Our guide, Ron, knew just the right timing to get us places ahead of the crowds and gave us historical and archeological details that surpasses our expectations. The trip was personalized, with a comfortable van and flexible itinerary.
Top tour
Stay36432705498,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super tour guide George, who always has a casual joke ready, but can also explain a lot and shines with knowledge. We enjoyed a very nice ride around the island with plenty of free time at the stops.
Very informative and enjoyable
Voyage33853778329,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Doogie was such a friendly, caring guide, who was so very knowledgeable. He also listened as well as giving us all the interesting information. Also we were given choices as to different places to visit. Scara Brae was amazing , also the beautiful standing stones . We were very fortunate with the lovely warm weather today Thank you so much Dougie Bev and Gerry Joseph
Absolutely, absolutely recommend it.
Marjorie S,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an absolutely stunning and wonderful trip. Our driver and guide Doogie was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and pleasant and very accommodating. The weather cooperated 50% of the time. Sometimes it was pouring rain. Sometimes it was sunshine. We learned so much about the history of the Orkney islands and of Scotland in general. Our guide was not just taking us in the van, he walked through all of the places we went to and gave us much more information than we would have gotten - Had we just been doing it on our own. This is a tour that I absolutely highly recommend! If you can have Doogie take you, that would be an absolute benefit.
Orkney Highlights
arnies475,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and sites we visited. He did a terrific job of getting us to each site when it was less crowded making for a much better experience. We got to see all the sites on the itinerary with plenty of time at each to immerse ourselves and take pictures. There were only 8 of us on the tour which made for a less crowded experience in the van and at the sites we visited. All in all….highly recommended and good value for the cost.
Amazing Orkney Tour with Ciaran
cindye890,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing tour with Tour Orkney. Ciaran was an excellent guide. We were on a Viking cruise and he picked us up at the port for the "Highlights Tour". It was a wonderful experience. We visited the Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, the lovely Italian chapel, and St Magnus Cathedral, along with a few others. It was an incredible tour! Ciaran was a very knowledgeable local guide and we enjoyed our time with him. We had an outstanding day! I would highly recommend this tour!! Thanks Ciaran!
Just Ask George
kimsU9835SE,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00George was amazing. Such a lovely young man. His eagerness to share his knowledge of Orkney history had him stand out from other tour guides.
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