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Over 105 Years Experience
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Rated Excellent on Trustpilot
Over 105 Years Experience
Committed to Sustainable Tourism
7 Days
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From Only £1,129.00
Complete with a guided tour of the Orkney Islands, enjoy a range of experiences from locally made spirits and historic towns to important Neolithic sights in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site.
This holiday operates under our Optimum Experience brand.
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We head north, crossing the Scottish border to tonight's hotel in the Trossachs National Park.
After breakfast, we continue our journey north with a late morning visit to Fort William, often referred to as the gateway to the Highlands and nestled in the shadow of the mighty Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK. From here, we drive along Loch Ness and onto the former Viking settlement of Wick, where we stay tonight.<br />
Join us as we travel to John o' Groats, best known as the most northerly point of the UK mainland. Located over eight hundred miles away from Land's End, you'll find jaw-dropping scenery in this iconic location. After some free time and the obligatory photo of the famous John O'Groats signpost, we continue to nearby Gills Bay for our ferry to Orkney. Keep your eyes peeled for the marine wildlife in their natural setting, including seals, otters, seabirds, and even orcas. Upon our arrival, we conclude our day with a drive along the shoreline of the Scapa Flow, before we arrive in Kirkwall, where we are based for three nights.
Enjoy a memorable full-day tour with a knowledgeable local guide as you explore the island's mysterious Neolithic ancestry, a testament to its UNESCO World Heritage status. Remember to bring your camera as we visit the World Heritage sites of the five-thousand-year-old Skara Brae, the Italian Chapel, the Churchill Barriers, the Ring of Brodgar and Stennes Standing Stones, while keeping your eyes peeled for the local wildlife. Along the way, listen to the tales of Viking intruders and wartime exploits, as you immerse yourself in Orkney's rich maritime history spanning centuries.
Today we have a full day to explore the town of Kirkwall, the historic and vibrant 'capital' of the Orkney archipelago. A Viking spirit still runs through Kirkwall, whilst reminders of the town's medieval past are everywhere. Why not visit the magnificent St Magnus Cathedral or stroll through the bustling town centre where restaurants, cafes, and a fabulous range of shops and independent retailers lead to the colourful harbour? We include a visit to the Orkney Distillery, conveniently located right next to the hotel. During the guided tour, you'll learn the secrets behind the legendary, hand-crafted Orkney spirits, and toast the Norse gods with a tasting.
After an early start this morning, we catch the ferry back to the mainland, where we begin our journey south. Enjoy a glimpse of Dunrobin Castle on the way to our overnight hotel.
We cross over the border and return home.
Situated in the idyllic Trossachs National Park, just a short stroll along the banks of the Forth River from the famous village of Aberfoyle, the Rob Roy Hotel offers excellent food, friendly staff, and comfortable ensuite bedrooms with televisions and tea and coffee-making facilities.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alfreton | Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT |
| Arnold | High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE |
| Beeston | Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA |
| Bulwell | Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE |
| Chesterfield | Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH |
| Derby | Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY |
| Heanor | Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG |
| Ilkeston | Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF |
| Leicester | St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG |
| Leicester Fosse Park | Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL |
| Long Eaton | The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ |
| Loughborough | Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE |
| Lutterworth | George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG |
| Mansfield | Fire Station Bus Stop, Rosemary Street Mansfield, NG19 6AA |
| Nottingham | Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE |
| Ripley | Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ |
| Rotherham | Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB |
| Sheffield | Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG |
| Toton | Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA |
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