Thurso – Excursion to the Orkney Islands: An Ancient Archipelago
A fascinating day full of adventure. Head by ferry to the Orkney Islands for a day’s sightseeing including the Old Man of Hoy, Skara Brae and Skaill House, the Ring of Brodgar and Kirkwall. Enjoy a guided tour of the Orkney Brewery with a light lunch at the Tasting Hall café, before taking the return ferry back to the mainland in the late afternoon.
Distance: 47 mi / 76 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
History & Tradition
Orcadian water, the best malt, hops, and yeast are the only four ingredients of hand-crafted ales such as Orkney Dark Island, Northern Light and the world-famous Skull Splitter named after a vicious Orkney Earl. Enjoy a guided tour of the brewery and learn the traditions of beer making and a long, long history of brewing quality ales.