Description: From the historic streets of Edinburgh to the breathtaking Highlands of Inverness and the dramatic beauty of the historic, breathtaking Orkney Islands, this special 2028 journey blends stunning landscapes, rich history, and the spirit of Celtic music. Sign up here:
https://www.goprimetours.com/tours/2028-fintan-in-scotland
Tour Dates: April 1 to April 9 2028
Group Size: 1-85
Activity Level: 3-5, this tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days with more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
Pitlochry is a charming Victorian resort town in Perthshire, Scotland, known as the gateway to the Highlands. It features stone-built architecture, a bustling main high street, and stunning natural surroundings.
The town is also home to many local single-malt producers including Blair Athol Distillery and Edradour.
The Orkney Islands are a breathtaking northern Scottish archipelago defined by ancient Neolithic wonders, dramatic sea cliffs, and deep Norse-influenced maritime history, offering travelers a windswept landscape of green fields, sweeping shores, and an absence of tall trees.
Ancient History and Landmarks
Skara Brae: A 5,000-year-old stone village uncovered by a storm in 1850, older than the Egyptian pyramids.
Ring of Brodgar: A massive, striking ceremonial stone circle set on a low-lying moor.
Maeshowe: An intact 3500 BC chambered burial tomb where winter sunlight illuminates the inner passage.