5 Days Orkney Islands & NC500 Tour from Glasgow
Overview
Maximum 16 Clients - Small Group Tours
Consistently awarded 5 Star Reviews
Discover the dramatic landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, enjoy a Scotch whisky distillery tour, and explore the historic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.
Drive the stunning North Coast 500, marvel at coastal scenery, and cross by boat to the Orkney Islands to visit the Italian Chapel and savor more Highland whisky.
Step back in time at Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, Stenness Standing Stones, the Ring of Brodgar, and Skara Brae, all set amid breathtaking island views.
Return to the mainland to visit John O’Groats, walk scenic coastlines, explore Castle Sinclair, and admire Camster Cairns. See the elegance of Dunrobin Castle and Gardens!
Conclude your journey with a Loch Ness cruise, the dramatic Glencoe, and peaceful Loch Lomond, finishing the tour in Edinburgh.
What's Included
- Ferry to the Orkney Islands
- Visit to 5000 Year Old Standing Stones of Stenness
- Visit to the Ring of Brodgar
- Ferry to the Mainland from the Orkney Islands
- Guided short walks in the Highlands of Scotland and the Orkney Islands
- Meals and Snacks
- Entry to Balmoral Castle - Approx £16
- Entry to Culloden Moor Visitor Center Approx £15 (You can visit the Battlefield with out paying)
- Visit to Dunrobin Castle Approx £15
- Fees to Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery - Approx £22
- Entry to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Approx £11
- Entry to Skara Brae - Approx £13
- Fees for Loch Ness Cruise - Approx £17
Meeting Location
17 Killermont Street
Glasgow, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
256-260 Morrison Street
Edinburgh EH3 8DT, UK
This tour ends at the Jolly Botanist on Morrison Street.
What To Expect
Edinburgh to Inverness
6 Stops
Inverness to Orkney
5 Stops
Orkney Islands Adventure
5 Stops
Orkney to Inverness
6 Stops
Inverness to Edinburgh
4 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for Travellers with mobility or walking problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-32223P26
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 5 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Ferry to the Orkney Islands.
- Visit to 5000 Year Old Standing Stones of Stenness.
- Visit to the Ring of Brodgar.
- Ferry to the Mainland from the Orkney Islands.
- Guided short walks in the Highlands of Scotland and the Orkney Islands.
- Meals and Snacks.
- Entry to Balmoral Castle - Approx £16.
- Entry to Culloden Moor Visitor Center Approx £15 (You can visit the Battlefield with out paying).
- Visit to Dunrobin Castle Approx £15.
- Fees to Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery - Approx £22.
- Entry to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Approx £11.
- Entry to Skara Brae - Approx £13.
- Fees for Loch Ness Cruise - Approx £17.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 5 Days Orkney Islands & NC500 Tour from Glasgow is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for Travellers with mobility or walking problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 5 Days Orkney Islands & NC500 Tour from Glasgow will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Ferry to the Orkney Islands
- Visit to 5000 Year Old Standing Stones of Stenness
- Visit to the Ring of Brodgar
- Ferry to the Mainland from the Orkney Islands
- Guided short walks in the Highlands of Scotland and the Orkney Islands
- Meals and Snacks
- Entry to Balmoral Castle - Approx £16
- Entry to Culloden Moor Visitor Center Approx £15 (You can visit the Battlefield with out paying)
- Visit to Dunrobin Castle Approx £15
- Fees to Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery - Approx £22
- Entry to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Approx £11
- Entry to Skara Brae - Approx £13
- Fees for Loch Ness Cruise - Approx £17
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for Travellers with mobility or walking problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
