Please choose a suitable time between 9-5 for a callback (Mon - Fri).
Feeding time
The Ring of Brodgar
Skara Brae
Shetland coastline
| Code | Departure | Duration | Availability | Price | |
| OSE 0113 | 14 Aug 2013 | 10 Nights |
LIMITED | £1395 | Book |
With over a 150 islands between them, of which over 30 are inhabited the scope to explore and experience these unique and contrasting groups of islands is incredible. In mid-summer the day-light hours extend long beyond midnight adding to the allure of Orkney and Shetland.
Both islands were once part of the Viking kingdom and offer a fascinating weave of dramatic seascapes, unique geology dating back to when they were a mountainous region of the Scottish and Scandinavian pre-Ice Age continent.
On Orkney we take a cliff-top walk on Hoy, the wildest and highest of the islands, overlooking the famous sea-stack of the Old Man of Hoy. No holiday is complete without visiting the Neolithic village of Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar which forms part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.
On Shetland Mainland we climb Ronas Hill, at 450m the highest point on the Shetland Isles. This walk incorporates unique geology and rare alpine plants with stunning views over the western seaboard. We will visit Sumbourgh Head and the Stevenson Lighthouse which is one of the finest examples of 19th century architecture.
Both islands host an incredible array of birdlife, which includes puffins, short-eared owls and hen harriers. The abundance of seascapes affords us the chance to see seals, porpoises, dolphins and even whales.
Most of the walking is along grassy swards high above the sea with occasional descents to wide, sweeping beaches.
Day 1 - Arrive & travel to Kirkwall
Day 2 - West Mainland & Skara Brae
Day 3 - The Old Man of Hoy
Day 4 - Deerness & Scapa Flow
Day 5 - Rousay & transfer to Shetland
Day 6 - Lunna
Day 7 - St Ronas
Day 8 - Sumborough Head
Day 9 - Fethaland
Day 10 - Whalsay & depart Lerwick
Day 11 - Return Inverness
During the first 4 nights we stay at the comfortable Orkney Hotel. You can be sure of traditional Orcadian hospitality in the heart of the ancient royal burgh of Kirkwall. Dating back to 1670, the hotel has been sympathetically renovated, retaining many of its original features and its charm.
On Shetland we stay 4 nights in a quality, hand-picked guesthouse in Lerwick on Shetland Mainland.
During the two overnight ferry journeys (Orkney - Shetland and Shetland - Aberdeen), we will book standard cabin accommodation.
Meet at Inverness Railway Station 14:30
Finish in Inverness 12:00
Included:
| Code | Departure | Duration | Availability | Price | |
| OSE 0113 | 14 Aug 2013 | 10 Nights |
LIMITED | £1395 | Book |
Few areas in Scotland offer such a diversity and contrast of landscapes as Skye making this one of the most magical places to walk and explore. From the famed Cuillin to the pinnacles of the Trotternish, Skye will not disappoint
These two inner Hebridean Islands couldn't offer a greater contrast of landscapes and this fabulous new trip explores the best that these two islands have to offer. The peaks of the Paps of Jura are a magnet for any hill walker
Read detailed information about the grades for our various holidays - learn more
For each holiday we have a detailed trip dossier available. Request yours via email or post today...
The North-West Frontiers News Blog is packed with useful information and discussions. Catch up on the latest events.
Find us on the following channels...
