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Walking on Orkney

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8 Days & 7 Nights
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Walking on Orkney

  • Discover Orcadian hospitality and a land rich in history
  • Follow in the footsteps of Neolithic man at Skara Brae
  • Experience the St Magnus Way, a pilgrimage route honouring Orkney's patron saint
  • Walk to the spectacular Old Man of Hoy sea stack
  • Free time to explore Orkney capital city, Kirkwall and St. Magnus Cathedral
Nestled off Scotland's northern tip, the Orkney Islands offer a perfect blend of landscapes, history, and culture. This week-long itinerary immerses you in Orcadian heritage, wildlife, and incredible scenery. Walk coastal paths where seabird-filled cliffs lead to dramatic views of the 140m Old Man of Hoy sea stack. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Neolithic wonders of Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe chambered cairn. Spend two days discovering the highlights of the St Magnus Way, a historic pilgrimage route honouring Orkney’s patron saint. Follow the path taken by St Magnus’s body after his death on Egilsay, visiting key sites that tell his remarkable story. Conclude your journey with a visit to the remote and beautiful Island of Westray. This itinerary highlights Orkney’s natural and cultural treasures while delving deeper into its identity, offering unique experiences and showcasing the island’s true remoteness.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Stromness Day 2 Old Man of Hoy 10 miles / 16 km Day 3 Skara Brae to Stromness 12 miles / 19 km Day 4 Ring of Brodgar to Stenness 3 miles / 5 km Day 5 Evie (Gurness) to Birsay on St Magnus Way 12 miles / 20 km Day 6 Isle of Westray tour Day 7 Finstown to Orphir on St Magnus Way 9 miles / 15 km Day 8 Onward Travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 7kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 7kg is equivalent to 1 single running shoe (not even a pair!). Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.

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WHY MACS?

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Self-guided walking & cycling is all we do - we have hundreds of tried & tested trips.
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We’re still founder led & the world’s number one self-guided operator with mountains of experience.
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We use independent suppliers to support communities along our routes, as well as work with organisations to help maintain & restore paths.
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