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Discover Spectacular Coastline & Ancient Sites

On these remote and northerly islands, the very edge of Scotland meets the untamed land of the Vikings. Prepare to be stunned by ancient archaeological discoveries including Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar, while surrounded by glorious beaches and towering sea cliffs carved out by the tempestuous North Sea.

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Shetland & Orkney: Escape to the Edge
£1535
Self-Drive Holidays
8 Nights
Shetland & Orkney
£1525
Walking Holidays
8 Nights
Orkney & the Far North
£1285
Self-Drive Holidays
7 Nights
Our client enjoying the views at Esha Ness, Shetland (credit - Poul Møller)
The coast path at Rackwick Bay, Orkney (credit - Colin Keldie, Visit Scotland)
Absolute Escapes clients at St Ninian's Isle beach (credit - Poul Møller)
Yesnaby Castle - Orkney Sea Stacks (credit - Kenny Lam, Visit Scotland)
Scott from the team at Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland
Puffin on the Shetland Isles (credit - our client, Wendy Carlyle)
Detective Inspector Jimmy Perez's house in Lerwick from the TV series, Shetland (credit - our client, Gordon Adamson)
Stromness, Orkney (credit - Scott Smyth)
Scott from the Absolute Escapes team at Rackwick Bay, Isle of Hoy, Orkney
Helen Hume, Italian Chapel (credit - Fionn McArthur, Visit Scotland)
Skara Brae, Orkney (credit - our client, Gordon Adamson)

Shetland & Orkney: Escape to the Edge

From £1535pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 8 Nights
  • A unique blend of Scandinavian and Scottish culture.
  • Archaeological wonders such as Skara Brae, Jarlshof, the Ring of Brodgar, and the Standing Stones of Stenness
  • Abundant nature including dolphins, porpoises, puffins and guillemots
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The Ring of Brodgar, Orkney
Meal Beach, Shetland
Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland
The path back to Rackwick from the Old Man Of Hoy, Orkney
Old Man of Hoy, Orkney
Stromness, Orkney
Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland 2
The Churchill Barriers, Orkney
Jarlshof prehistoric village, Shetland
Unst, Shetland

Shetland & Orkney

From £1525pp

Walking Holidays
Duration 8 Nights
  • Discover thousands of miles of rugged and dramatic coastline
  • Experience a unique blend of Scottish-Scandinavian heritage and culture
  • Step back in time at world-class historic sites like Skara Brae and Jarlshof
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Puffins on the Orkney Isles
Ardvreck Castle on Loch Assynt
The coastline at Yesnaby, Orkney
Coast path at Rackwick Bay
The Old Man of Hoy
Kitchener Memorial
North Ronaldsay sheep
Sandwood Bay and the Sea Stack of Am Buachaille
Ring of Brodgar
Skara Brae
Stromness Town, Orkney

Orkney & the Far North

From £1285pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 7 Nights
  • Walk the winding flagstone lanes of the historic fishing port of Stromness
  • Explore Skara Brae where Britain’s earliest inhabitants once lived
  • Walk into Sandwood Bay, one of the most isolated & beautiful beaches in the British Isles
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Why travel with Absolute Escapes?

Independently Owned, Personally Run

Founder-Led Authenticity:
Our co-founders, Andy & Sheila,
inspire our spirit of discovery.
Boutique-Style Care:
Thoughtful, personalised service
from people who truly care.
Here Every Step of the Way:
Your own specialist supports you
through every stage of your journey.

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First-hand Experience:
We meticulously research every
corner of our destinations.
Up-to-Date Insights:
Travel with confidence, backed by
the latest local knowledge.
Established Partnerships:
We've built connections with
trusted suppliers over decades.

Tailored to Perfection

Tailor-Made Experience:
Every aspect of your holiday is
perfectly handcrafted for you.
Meticulous Planning:
Everything works seamlessly -
because the details matter.
Blended Adventures:
Mix walking, driving, and train travel
to build a holiday that’s truly unique.

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Established Excellence:
Hundreds of 5-star reviews, industry
awards, and decades of experience.
Financial Protection:
Your booking is safe with us, backed
by robust financial safeguards.
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Our supportive team of experts
are available 24/7.
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