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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EMERALD ISLES | 12 Nights | Departs Aug 15, 2014

 

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland

Kirkwall, United Kingdom-port

Kirkwall is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands, off the coast of northern mainland Scotland. Kirkwall is one of the most attractive and well-preserved small towns in Scotland. Apart from the main historical buildings, there are many 17th-18th century houses and other structures in the local vernacular style. Kirkwall also has the most northerly of the English speaking world’s Carnegie libraries, which was visited and opened by Andrew Carnegie and his wife in the early years of the 20th century.

 

Free Excursions

Regent Choice Excursions

As shore excursions to be offered in this port are not yet confirmed, below is a list of those offered previously. We make every effort to have excursions finalized at least 240 days in advance of sailing, and often sooner, so please check back regularly.

  • Light Activity /Walking Light Activity /Walking
  • Seated Tour Seated Tour
  • Moderate Activity/Walking Moderate Activity/Walking
  • Most Active or Strenuous Most Active or Strenuous
  • Minimal Activity Required Minimal Activity Required
  • Regent Choice Regent Choice
  • Meal Meal
  • Evening Tour Evening Tour
  • Balfour Castle On the Island of Shapinsay
    Light Activity /Walking
  • Executive Collection Full Day Car
    Seated TourRegent Choice
  • Executive Collection Full Day Van
    Seated TourRegent Choice
  • Executive Collection Half Day Car
    Seated TourRegent Choice
  • Executive Collection Half Day Van
    Seated TourRegent Choice
  • North Orkney Exploration
    Seated Tour
  • Orkney's Archaeological Wonders
    Moderate Activity/Walking
  • South Island Panoramic
    Light Activity /WalkingMinimal Activity Required
  • The Wrecks of Scapa Flow - An Underwater View
    Seated Tour

  • Balfour Castle On the Island of Shapinsay

    Light Activity /Walking
    Duration: 5 hours
    Tour Code: koi-003

    Explore the picturesque Balfour Castle in the company of its resident owners during this unique journey to the Island of Shapinsay.

    Depart the pier for the brief walk to the ferry terminal, where you will embark a small ferry for the ride to the Island of Shapinsay. Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by the Zawadski Family, resident owners of Balfour Castle and your hosts for the tour. They will then escort you on a pleasant stroll from the harbor, up through the picturesque Balfour Village and onto the grounds of Balfour Castle. Along the way, you will pass by the beautiful woodlands that surround Balfour Castle, and the Victorian walled gardens that still supply the castle with homegrown produce.

    Next, the Zawadski's will escort you for a guided tour around Balfour Castle. Built in 1848, the castle still retains its original furniture and furnishings. As part of the tour, you will be treated to an Orkney home-baked tea in the castle before walking back through the gardens, and on to Balfour Village. Here, some time will be made available for you to browse the Smiddy Museum and Village Shop.

    Following your visit, you will embark the ferry for the return ride to Kirkwall and be transferred back to the ship.

    Please note: This tour includes a significant amount of moderate walking, at times over uneven surfaces. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and not considered suitable for those guests with mobility concerns. Weather conditions may create choppy sea conditions on the ferry so guests who are prone to motion sickness should take the necessary precautions. Warm clothing, sturdy footwear and a rain jacket are recommended. This tour will be conducted solely by foot on the island of Shapinsay as there is no transportation on the island.

Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tour Departure times are subject to change so please reference your actual tour ticket for the correct departure time. Tours operate rain or shine. Minor children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a an adult parent or guardian on all shore excursions. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.

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