


Highlights of Orkney
From $2,205
Summary
Surrounded by an endless sky and a powerful sea, over the centuries the ancient farming communities on the Orkney Islands constructed huge monuments which now litter the landscape. The four monuments that make up the heart of Neolithic Orkney are unquestionably some of the most important in Europe - the 5000 year old village of Skara Brae; the giant chambered grave of Maeshowe; the atmospheric Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle, a mysterious wide circle of standing stones some over 5m tall, and the Stones of Stenness, four huge megaliths that once formed an elliptical circle of 12 stones. Our tour visits all of these sites and will also include a special visit to the Ness of Brodgar to coincide with the seasonal excavations taking place.
Please note: It is possible to link this tour with our Shetland tour meeting in Lerwick on 21st July. Ferry and overnight accommodation can be arranged – please contact us for details.
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Peter Yeoman has worked as an archaeologist throughout the UK for more than 40 years, directing and publishing major excavations, while also writing a number of books. He studied Archaeology and History of Art at the University of Leicester.

Tour dates & prices
Included in your cost:
- Expert Guide Lecturer
- Professional Tour Manager
- Local travel aboard a private air-conditioned coach
- Meals as per the itinerary, wine and tea or coffee with dinner
- Accommodation
- Entries to all sites as per the itinerary
- All taxes & gratuities
- Field notes
Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Availability |
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July 21 2021 | AORK210721 | July 21 2021 (Wednesday) | July 25 2021 (Sunday) | Peter Yeoman | $1,965 (ex. flights) |
$500 | $230 | Call for availability |
August 21 2021 | AORK210821 | August 21 2021 (Saturday) | August 25 2021 (Wednesday) | Caroline Wickham-Jones | $1,990 (ex. flights) |
$500 | $430 | Book Now |
July 8 2022 | AORK220708 | July 8 2022 (Friday) | July 12 2022 (Tuesday) | Peter Yeoman | $2,235 (ex. flights) |
$500 | $495 | Book Now |
July 28 2022 | AORK220728 | July 28 2022 (Thursday) | August 1 2022 (Monday) | Peter Yeoman | $2,205 (ex. flights) |
$500 | $315 | Book Now |
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