What are the accommodation options available before and after the tour?

Pre- and post-accommodation at the Glen Mhor Hotel is available for $235 per night.

Is travel insurance necessary for this tour?

Travel insurance is mandatory for all travelers, so please ensure you have it before departing.

How much is the single supplement please? Do you have to make your own way up to Inverness?

Travelers will need to make their own way to the trip's starting point. The cost for a single supplement is GBP 305 per person, and it is available on a request basis only.

Wondering what you might be able to offer for a tour of the Orkneys between those times. Will need accommodation.

We do not have any departures for this trip that fit your travel dates. In May we have a 20MAY - 24MAY departure and then the next one isn't until 03JUN.

Will there be meals included in the package?

Some meals might be included in your package; please check the itinerary for specifics.

Are there any age restrictions for travelers on this tour?

This tour is suited for adults, but age can vary among the group members.

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What currency is used for payments during the tour?

All payments should be made in the local currency, which in Scotland is the British Pound.

How can I check the total cost for my booking?

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Scotland's Shetland and Orkney Islands

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From Shetland Islands to Kirkwall

4.0 (10 reviews)

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The itinerary was excellent, providing loads of history. The accommodation was comfortable with a staff ready to meet traveller's needs.
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Island Hopping: Hop between sun-soaked shores and hidden islands
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Brae, Shetland
Brae, Shetland
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a local restaurant
- Visit to local pub
Day 2
Shetland
Shetland
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Jarlshof prehistoric settlement
- Visit to Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
- Visit to Hoswick Visitor Centre
- Walk along St Ninian's Beach
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Hoswick Visitor Centre
- Leisurely stroll to the harbour in the evening
Landmarks
Jarlshof
Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
St Ninian's Beach
Day 3
Shetland
Shetland
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Eshaness Coastal Hike
Landmarks
Eshaness
Day 4
Lerwick to Kirkwall
Lerwick to Kirkwall
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Lerwick Leader Led Orientation Walk
- Lerwick - Shetland Museum and Archives
Optional Activities
- Visit to local distillery
- Boat tour to Noss Head
Landmarks
Lerwick
Noss Head
Day 5
Orkney
Orkney
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orkney - Ring of Brodgar
- Orkney - Skara Brae visit
- Orkney - Italian Chapel visit
- Churchill Barriers crossing
- Storytelling: Peatfire Tales Of Orkney Evenings
Landmarks
Ring of Brodgar
Skara Brae
Italian Chapel
Churchill Barriers
Day 6
Orkney - Hoy
Orkney - Hoy
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orkney - Hoy day trip
- Betty Corrigall's Grave
- Dwarfie Stane
- Cra'as Nest Heritage Museum and Rackwick Beach
- Scapa Flow Museum
- Longhope Lifeboat Museum
Optional Activities
- Gather fellow travellers at a local pub
Landmarks
Hoy
Betty Corrigall's Grave
Dwarfie Stane
Cra'as Nest Heritage Museum
Rackwick Beach
Scapa Flow Museum
Longhope Lifeboat Museum
Day 7
Kirkwall
Kirkwall
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wideford Hill Hike (free)
Landmarks
Wideford Hill

Landmarks
Jarlshof
Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
St Ninian's Beach

Landmarks
Eshaness

Landmarks
Lerwick
Noss Head

Landmarks
Ring of Brodgar
Skara Brae
Italian Chapel
Churchill Barriers

Landmarks
Hoy
Betty Corrigall's Grave
Dwarfie Stane
Cra'as Nest Heritage Museum
Rackwick Beach
Scapa Flow Museum
Longhope Lifeboat Museum

Landmarks
Wideford Hill

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Additional Services
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4.0

Overall rating based on 10 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.0
Guide
4.6
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.1
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4.5

Susan5.0•July 2026
This was a delightful trip. Our tour guide, Rhys, was knowledgeable, flexible, organized, patient, and a great...
This was a delightful trip. Our tour guide, Rhys, was knowledgeable, flexible, organized, patient, and a great conversationalist. There were plenty of opportunities for each of us to experience the places we were most interested in. There was a lot of walking each day but nothing too strenuous. The Neolithic sites on the islands are not to be missed and we were fortunate to see them up close and spend plenty of time at each one. I would highly recommend this trip and will certainly take other Intrepid trips in the future.Show more
Traveled in May 2026
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for such a lovely review, Susan! We are thrilled to know that Rhys made such a positive impact on you and also allowed personal interests to take a lead in how the trip ran. We appreciate your thoughts on the ruins and the time you were able to spend there- how wonderful! We look forward to seeing you again when the time comes, Susan, thanks again and have a fantastic week!
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Patricia4.0•October 2024
0verrall, the itinerary was excellent, providing loads of history. It would have been a great addition to include...
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Traveled in September 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
We are so glad to hear that you had an excellent time visiting Scotland! We have taken your suggestion for an additional, immersive experience on the tour to the appropriate department to be considered for future tours. We look forward to seeing you on another trip with us soon!
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Claudia4.0•October 2024
I would have liked to see more of the main n island plus some other islands. I free afternoon is enough. Also I would...
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Traveled in September 2024
Margery4.0•July 2024
Your trip to Shetland was as you had described that it would be. I loved the experience, the sites and most of those...
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Traveled in July 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Margery, thank you for your positive review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your Scottish experience and although surprised by the amount of hiking, your tour leader was accommodating to your needs. We look forward to welcoming you on another Intrepid Adventure soon.
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Russell5.0•June 2024
Intrepid were great but Tour Radar were not
Traveled in June 2024
Howard4.0•May 2024
I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in the Orkney Islands. Our guide, Rhys, was great company,...
I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in the Orkney Islands. Our guide, Rhys, was great company, knowledgeable and proactive, and the pace and itinerary suited us very well. Lots to do and see and it was good to have some free time also. 5/5 for Rhys and the tour experience in the Orkneys. One quibble (unrelated to Rhys or the time spent in the Orkneys) is that communication with Intrepid is not easy. I’m the build up we had a few questions, and getting answers was a little slow and a bit of an effort. Intrepid or Tour Radar should have human beings readily available to answer questions promptly, instead of relying primarily on bots and FAQs.Show more
Traveled in May 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review about your trip to the Orkney Islands! We are so glad to hear that you had a great time on the trip and that you had a great leader like Rhys. They are the secret to making a good trip into a great one and he is the tops! We appreciate your feedback as well regarding the communication issues you had with us in the pre travel or booking phase of the trip and we assure you , we are actively working to improve upon this issue. We look forward to travelling the world with you again soon!
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Kim4.0•September 2023
Intrepid needs to tighten up this tour. Two free afternoons is too much when one has only three days on the island....
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Traveled in September 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for sharing your experience Kim. We always welcome our customers to share their thoughts and suggestions with us so we can move forward making positive changes to our tours. Thank you for your constructive feedback and we hope you were able to enjoy the tour despite the free time in the itinerary. All the best, Intrepid Travel
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ROSANNA1.0•September 2023
The tour was rated a 2. It should have been a 4. It was poorly laid out-a 12hr overnight ferry crossing with no sleep...
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Traveled in September 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
I'm so sorry you didn't enjoy your trip! We do our best to make our itineraries a good balance of rest and activity. If you feel your trip was not up to par for your past experience, we'd love to have you reach out to hello@intrepidtravel.com or customercare@intrepidtravel.com, and we will do our best to look into your experience and try to make it right. We appreciate your honesty!
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Frances4.0•September 2023
This was a really enjoyable and comprehensive tour of Shetland, we had an amazing tour guide and had lots of good...
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Traveled in September 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you so much for your review, Frances! We're glad you enjoyed your trip, and we hope to welcome on another adventure sometime!
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Helen5.0•July 2021
Fabulous holiday with lovely walks boat trips and visits to historic places. Also swam at a beautiful beach (with a...
Fabulous holiday with lovely walks boat trips and visits to historic places. Also swam at a beautiful beach (with a wet suit). Our guide was knowledgeable and flexible and the group got on really well. Highly recommend this trip.Show more
Traveled in July 2021

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Joshua
Asked on March 10th, 2025
What are the accommodation options available before and after the tour?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Pre- and post-accommodation at the Glen Mhor Hotel is available for $235 per night.
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Virginia
Asked on January 31st, 2025
Is travel insurance necessary for this tour?
Travel Support
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Travel insurance is mandatory for all travelers, so please ensure you have it before departing.
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Luis
Asked on January 21st, 2025
How much is the single supplement please? Do you have to make your own way up to Inverness?
Single supplement
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Travelers will need to make their own way to the trip's starting point. The cost for a single supplement is GBP 305 per person, and it is available on a request basis only.
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Margaret
Asked on January 15th, 2025
Wondering what you might be able to offer for a tour of the Orkneys between those times. Will need accommodation.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  We do not have any departures for this trip that fit your travel dates. In May we have a 20MAY - 24MAY departure and then the next one isn't until 03JUN.
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Froukje
Asked on December 29th, 2024
Will there be meals included in the package?
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Fred
Asked on December 21st, 2024
Are there any age restrictions for travelers on this tour?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  This tour is suited for adults, but age can vary among the group members.
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Fred
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What currency is used for payments during the tour?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  All payments should be made in the local currency, which in Scotland is the British Pound.
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Sylvie
Asked on July 27th, 2024
How can I check the total cost for my booking?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2024
  The total cost will depend on the optional extras selected and the single supplement if applicable.
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