Follow a magical trail of mysteries which takes us from the stunning Rosslyn Chapel, with its exquisite carvings and tales of the Knights Templar and the Holy Grail, travelling north to the shores of Loch Tay. Then up to Findhorn and on to the Orkney Isles. Along the way we will commune with nature, visiting the oldest living tree on Earth, explore some of the myriad stone circles and other ancient sites and, if we're lucky, spot golden eagles high above the rugged mountains. Once in the Orkneys we can immerse ourselves in 4 days of wonder. Delve into 5000 years of culture and heritage at sites like Maes Howe, Skarra Brae and Mine Howe, not forgetting the lesser known sites too. Be inspired by the beauty and tranquility of these isles, staying at a lovely small hotel renowned for its idyllic surroundings and warm welcome. Trip's dates: August 30th - September 8 th.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 – Meet at Edinburgh Airport at 11am and start our adventures by visiting the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel. Make our way a little farther north to Kenmore conservation village in beautiful Perthshire. Enjoy our “Welcome Dinner” at one of the superb local restaurants.
Day 2 – Today we have a fairly leisurely day exploring some of the fascinating sites around Loch Tay – Oakbank Crannog, Croft Moraig Stone Circle, and the Fortingall Yew Tree (between 3000 and 9000 years old), Celtic Christian hand bell, and Stone Circles.
Day 3 – Take off after breakfast and travel north visiting Clava Cairns near Culloden Battlefield, and up to Findhorn to have a quick look around the site where the Caddy’s had their astonishing experiences many years ago. Spend the night near Inverness.
Day 4 – On our way north to the ferry, visit Achavich standing stones and Dirlot stone rows on our way up to the ferry which will take us across to the magical Orkney Isles.
Day 5 - Arrive in Orkney and have a relaxing afternoon after our travels.
Day 6 - visit the impressive Ring of Brodgar –originally 60 stones in a vast circle between the Stenness and Harray Lochs, 27 of which remain standing. Close by are the Standing Stones of Stenness, Barnhouse Village, the tomb of Maeshowe and, in Sandwick, and the incredibly well preserved village of Skara Brae on the shore at Skaill
Day 7 – Visit to the many local galleries and craft workshops and the ancient enigma of Mine Howe. Afterwards head east to the Mull Head Reserve, home to thousands of sea birds on its 300 acres of heath and grasslands and where there remain ruins of Norse chapel and village.
Day 8 – Boat trip to see other islands, especially Rousay, where we will visit Midhowe Broch and stalled cairn, and Taversoe Tuick chambered tomb.
Day 9 - Say goodbye to the Islands and make our way south to Inverness, where we spend our last night together and enjoy a “Farewell Dinner”.
Day 10 – Journey back down to Edinburgh airport, where we say goodbye to Scotland.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price includes:
- all transportation (pick up and drop off at Edinburgh Airport)
- ferry fares
- hotel accommodation
- all breakfasts and 2 dinners
- entrance fees
Minimum cost is for 2 people sharing and booking before April 22nd, Maximum cost is with 7% added for bookings after April 22nd, and for single supplement, which is extra.
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