Orkney Day Trip - Starts in Stromness
Overview
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This tour departs from Stromness Travel Centre and is timed around the NorthLink Ferry from Scrabster, making it ideal for passengers visiting Orkney for the day, as well as visitors already staying in Orkney who can travel to Stromness for the start.
This tour does NOT depart from Kirkwall. If you are arriving by cruise ship in Kirkwall, please do NOT book this tour. Cruise ships dock approximately 15 miles (25 minutes) from the departure point. Instead, please book our West Mainland Tour, which is designed specifically for cruise guests.
Enjoy a full day exploring Orkney's spectacular scenery, Neolithic sites, Yesnaby Cliffs, the Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness and Skara Brae before returning to Stromness in time for the afternoon ferry to Scrabster.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Skara Brae / Skaill House
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Ferry Fares
- Italian Chapel (optional stop instead of Free Time in Kirkwall)
Meeting Location
Ferry Rd Stromness
Stromness, Orkney KW16, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Yesnaby Cliffs
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skara Brae
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ring of Brodgar
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Standing Stones of Stenness
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CRUISE SHIP GUESTS DUE TO LOCATION OF STARTING POINT
- Please note: The seats in our vehicle are between 48cm and 51cm wide. While there is generous legroom, the seat width may feel restrictive for some guests. If you think this may affect your comfort, you're welcome to purchase an additional seat. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns – we're happy to help.
- Lunch is available at Skara Brae café and Kirkwall, however, we do suggest you bring some lunch with you to give you more time at the sites.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Orkney Day Trip – Starts in Stromness?
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Activity code: C-188565P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Skara Brae / Skaill House.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Ferry Fares.
- Italian Chapel (optional stop instead of Free Time in Kirkwall).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Orkney Day Trip - Starts in Stromness is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Orkney Day Trip – Starts in Stromness will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Skara Brae / Skaill House
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Ferry Fares
- Italian Chapel (optional stop instead of Free Time in Kirkwall)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CRUISE SHIP GUESTS DUE TO LOCATION OF STARTING POINT
- Please note: The seats in our vehicle are between 48cm and 51cm wide. While there is generous legroom, the seat width may feel restrictive for some guests. If you think this may affect your comfort, you're welcome to purchase an additional seat. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns – we're happy to help.
- Lunch is available at Skara Brae café and Kirkwall, however, we do suggest you bring some lunch with you to give you more time at the sites.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
