Skara Brae Tours & Trips
Have you thought about exploring Dunrobin Castle and Moray Firth, strolling around John o'Groats and sailing to Orkney, and visiting Standing Stones of Stenness and Skara Brae? See puffins at Yesnaby Cliffs and Brough of Birsay, tour Italian Chapel and Duncansby Head views. Scotland's northern islands are absolutely magical and they’re calling your name.
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S • traveled in May, 2025
The trip to Orkney and Skara Brae was a life changing experience. Our group was the first time that the Inverness office had conducted the tour (it used to solely come from Edinburgh) and we were blessed to get to know Sir Duff (Fraser Duff, lead guide) as well as guides Harrison, Emma & Sonia. The accommodations in Kirkwall were an enchanting B&B Karawa (proprietor was Fiona) and we had cooked to order breakfast. I loved having our own en suite. There was plenty of variety in our tour stops - history and art and birds / scenery / the “hairy coo” etc. The tour bus was clean and modern. The trip delightful. We did two different tours with Highland Experiences / Haggis Adventures / Radical Travel.
Orkney Islands & The Northern Highlands - D
Denise • traveled in March, 2026
The tour made it easy to enjoy our time in the Orkneys. It was a great combination of scheduled and free time. Tour guides were knowledgeable and personable. The excursions and stops were well-planned with enough time to enjoy.
5-Day Orkney & Scotland's Northern Coast Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh - C
Cathy • traveled in October, 2025
Excellent tour , stopped at all of the important historic sites with time to enjoy . Got going at a good time after our breakfast to enjoy the whole day together.
3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Small-Group Tour from Inverness
The best Skara Brae tour packages
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- Orkney Islands & The Northern Highlands
- Inverness to Orkney - 3 days
- 5-Day Orkney & Scotland's Northern Coast Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
- Orkney Express (Hotel) - 3 days
- 3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Small-Group Tour from Inverness
- Discover Orkney Small-Group Tour – 3 Days
- Scotland's Orkney Islands
- Orkney Express - 3 days
- North Scotland, Loch Ness & Orkney - 5 days
- North Scotland, Loch Ness & Orkney (Hotel) - 5 days
Orkney Islands & The Northern Highlands
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The trip to Orkney and Skara Brae was a life changing experience. The accommodations in Kirkwall were an enchanting B&B.”
S, traveled in March
Britain's best-preserved Stone Age village of Skara Brae dates back 5,000 years. Nearby Ring of Brodgar stone circle and Standing Stones of Stenness showcase ancient engineering. Coastal wildlife thrives at Yesnaby Cliffs while the tidal Brough of Birsay reveals archaeological treasures.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Kirkwall, Stenness, Skara Brae, Brough of Birsay, Dornoch Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Highland Explorer Tours From $845
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Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, St Margaret's Hope, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness, John O'Groats, Dunrobin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $1,125
20% Off- US$900You save $225
5-Day Orkney & Scotland's Northern Coast Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
89 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well planned. Took different routes to suit the travellers.”
David, traveled in May
The 5,000-year-old stone village of Skara Brae stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Expert guides bring ancient Orkney to life as you visit this perfectly preserved Neolithic settlement alongside the mystical Ring of Brodgar and Maeshowe tomb.
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Stirling, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Callander, Doune, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Dunrobin, John O'GroatsSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From $1,338
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The remarkably preserved 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae sits nestled on Orkney's windswept coast. Stone dwellings await your visit while staying at the comfortable Kirkwall Hotel. The nearby Ring of Brodgar and Stenness standing stones complete the archaeological circuit of Orkney's Neolithic heart.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $1,315
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3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Small-Group Tour from Inverness
31 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Extraordinary sights, history and scenery. Loved every minute.”
Helen, traveled in July
Neolithic life comes alive at the 5,000-year-old Skara Brae village, Europe's best-preserved prehistoric settlement. Ring of Brodgar and Stones of Stenness circles tell ancient tales. The Viking-inscribed Maeshowe cairn beckons before returning to Kirkwall's historic center.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness, St Margaret's Hope Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From $716
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At Skara Brae, you'll walk through 5,000-year-old stone homes with built-in furniture still intact and find a mysterious hidden chamber. The Stones of Stenness nearby served as a sacred ceremonial site more than 5,000 years ago, while Maeshowe holds one of the largest collections of Viking runic inscriptions from the 1100s.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness, St Margaret's Hope Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $1,355
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Scotland's Orkney Islands
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was excellent, providing loads of history. The accommodation was comfortable with a staff ready to meet traveller's needs.”
Patricia, traveled in September
Duration 5 days Destinations Inverness, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Skara Brae Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,650
20% Off- US$2,120You save $530
