A day trip to Orkney is perfectly possible from the house wither self-guided or on a tour that we can help to arrange. Begin by exploring the prehistoric village of Skara Brae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reveals the daily life of its ancient inhabitants. Nearby, visit the Ring of Brodgar and the Stones of Stenness, two impressive Neolithic stone circles that are also part of the UNESCO designation. Wander through Kirkwall to see the magnificent St. Magnus Cathedral, and enjoy the charming local shops.

Robert and Sally-Ann do excellent tours in their comfortable Land Rover Discovery. Robert’s passion for the North Highlands is brought to life when he is sharing his knowledge with others. His long-term interest in history and genealogy now seamlessly mixes with local folk tales and clan histories. Add to this his love of the north coast landscape and photography, and he’ll provide you with an enjoyable and informative insight into the North Highlands.

Above and Beyond tours offer a range of tours around Caithness. There are driving tours to explore the many hidden gems, history and heritage of the North Coast and Caithness as well as walking tours of our hometowns Wick and Thurso and tours of some of our local distilleries with a tasty lunch included to sample some of our local produce. There is a tour/transport service allowing door to door pick-up and drop off from the house. Angela who lives in Dunnet is a fount of local knowledge!

Sea Wolf Wildlife Tours offer an exciting and immersive way to explore the rich marine life of Scotland’s coast. Departing from various locations, these tours provide a chance to observe a diverse range of sea creatures, from playful dolphins and majestic whales to seabirds and seals. Jess Finnan share her knowledge and experience with fascinating insights into the region's ecosystems and wildlife behaviour. Whether you want to be shown the puffins, gannets, guillemots and razorbills at Dunnet head, look out for whales and dolphins from the Duncansby stacks, or explore our inland mountains and moors looking for Red Deer Stags, Highland Cows and Hen Harriers sky dancing, Jess can show it to you. Tours depart from Thurso Harbour or pick ups can be arranged from the house.

The Durness Zipline is a thrilling highlight for any day trip from the house along Scotland's north coast. The most northerly zipline in the UK with thrilling flights at speeds up to 45mph with amazing ocean views from up to 30m above one of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. Incorporating a ride on the Durness Zipline into your itinerary promises a memorable and adrenaline-pumping experience amidst the natural beauty of the region.