Explore the pre-historic wonders of Orkney with expert guidance from Dr. David Saunders, including visits to Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe.
  • Skara Brae Neolithic Village
  • The Standing Stones of Stenness
  • Maeshowe, the finest chambered tomb in Western Europe
  • The Ring and Ness of Brodgar
  • Skaill House, the finest 17th Century mansion in Orkney
  • The Broch of Gurness, an outstanding Iron Age settlement
  • Scapa Flow and the Italian Chapel
  • St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall
Best Western Palace Hotel and Spa, Inverness – 2 nights
Recently renovated landmark the four-star hotel located near the centre of town with restaurant, bar, spa and indoor swimming pool. Bedrooms are individually styled and comfortable with all modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, free wifi, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Please note if you choose to travel to Inverness by car, the hotel does not have car parking space to leave your vehicle for the duration of the tour. It is recommended by the hotel to park at the Cathedral Car Park which offers long stay parking from £5 per 24 hours payable directly at the car park.  

Albert Hotel, Kirkwall – 4 nights
Four-star hotel with boutique-style rooms in the centre of town with restaurant and popular local “Bothy” bar. Bedrooms are comfortable with all modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, TV telephone, wifi, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.