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Orkney and the Castle of Mey

Enjoy an Elite Door to Door holiday to Orkney.

From the dramatic rugged coastlines and fascinating wildlife to the ancient history and unique blend of Scottish and Scandinavian culture, this is a truly unforgettable Scottish island experience. We begin our drive through the stunning and scenic Cairngorm National Park. After the ferry crossing to Stromness, we have a full day guided tour of the Orkney Isles, experiencing Skara Brae, Stenness Stones, Ring of Brodgar, Skaill House, Churchill Barriers, Italian Chapel and Scapa Flow.

 

Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie***

The 3-star hotel Blairgowie’s premier leisure, is reputed to be the oldest hotel in Scotland. All the bedrooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities.

 

Pentland Hotel, Thurso***

Located in the centre of Thurso, overlooking the Orkney Islands, this welcoming hotel is the perfect place from which to explore and enjoy the delights of the far north of Scotland.  All bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffee facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer and Wi-Fi.  The hotel does not have a lift.

 

Price includes

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

2 nights’ half board at overnight hotel

Return ferry crossing Gills Bay to Margaret’s Hope

Full day step-on guided tour of Orkney

Entrance to Skara Brae, Stenness Stones, Ring of Brodgar, Skaill House, Churchill Barriers, Italian Chapel and Scapa Flow

Admission to Castle of Mey

3 nights’ half board at Pentland Hotel

 

6 days/ 5 nights

 

Note

** PLEASE NOTE ** Acklams Holidays reserve the right to amend the itinerary should the circumstances dictate **

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Morning departure making way to the respective hotels, where you will have dinner and breakfast each day.

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Your holiday will include the following excursions: return ferry crossing Gills Bay to St. Margaret's Hope, a full-day guided tour of Orkney, entrance to Skara Brae, Stenness Stones, Ring of Brogdar, Skaill House, Churchill Barriers, Italian Chapel and Scapa Flow, and admission to Castle of Mey.

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Departure after breakfast, you will head for home with suitable stops en-route.

Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie***

The 3-star hotel Blairgowie’s premier leisure, is reputed to be the oldest hotel in Scotland. All the bedrooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities.

 

Pentland Hotel, Thurso***

Located in the centre of Thurso, overlooking the Orkney Islands, this welcoming hotel is the perfect place from which to explore and enjoy the delights of the far north of Scotland.  All bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffee facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer and Wi-Fi.  The hotel does not have a lift.

 

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