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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.)
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entry Fee for Skara Brae and Italian Chapel (if selected)
Bottled water
Lunch
Gratuities
Ferry Fares
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.
Italian Chapel Tour: Instead of Kirkwall Free time, we will go to a the Italian Chapel for a guided tour instead
121 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Alison S,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
Lots of walking so wear decent shoes! Our tour guide Iain was very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Rhean C,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
Despite the weather being so bad we couldn’t visit skara brae we had a blast and learned so much! We were lucky even to get to go near skara brae and take a peek even though we couldn’t enter.
Timothy G,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
Dukey was an awesome guide. Very knowledgeable and gave us a great history of the Neolithic people that once occupied Orkney.
Tanya Q,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
It was a great tour. Guide Rachel, looked after all of us and she had the knowledge to make this very informative.
Gregory L,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
Had a fantastic day trip overall taking in the sights in Orkney. I thought I had booked a private van for my family so was a little taken back when we arrived and there was a group. The A/C in the van didn't work so it was a bit stuffy, although it was during a heat wave so probably not an issue typically. The guide was informative and entertaining, although probably could have shared less about his personal life.
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