Scotland: Orkney Islands, Inverness & Cairngorms National Park

We are very pleased to announce this itinerary to Northern Scotland featuring the highlights of Inverness, Cairngorms National Park, and the Orkney Islands. Nancy invites you to join her on this amazing journey. Each location will have special photo opportunities designed for photographers to get off the beaten path and see an inside view of the quieter side of Scotland. The tour will be at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time to photograph the natural beauty of...

We are very pleased to announce this itinerary to Northern Scotland featuring the highlights of Inverness, Cairngorms National Park, and the Orkney Islands. Nancy invites you to join her on this amazing journey. Each location will have special photo opportunities designed for photographers to get off the beaten path and see an inside view of the quieter side of Scotland. The tour will be at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time to photograph the natural beauty of the landscape as well as discover the local history, people, and culture.

Inverness, the Capital of the Scottish Highlands sits on Scotland’s northeast coast, where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth. This vibrant city offers all the wonders of the Highlands on its doorstep. Experience true Outlander Highland scenery, iconic castles, majestic mountains, and unique wildlife, including the home of the famous Loch Ness monster! View this compact city from the top of Inverness Castle, marvel at the stunning St Andrew’s Cathedral or take a relaxing stroll along the banks of the River Ness. Finish your days at a lively Scottish pub with some traditional music and a wee dram of whisky.

Immerse yourself into the history and beauty of Orkney. The flat and undulating islands with rich soil make the grass lush green and nurture their summer crops of grain. Perhaps there will be a bit of heather left at this time of year. The seventy islands contain the densest concentration of archaeological sites in Britain, testifying to their long history of settlement. It is also abundant in diverse bird life.

The Cairngorms National Park has more mountains, forest paths, rivers, lochs, wildlife hotspots, friendly villages and distilleries than you can possibly imagine. If you’re drawn to Scotland for its astonishing natural beauty, there’s nowhere better to visit. The largest national park in the UK, it boasts five of the UK’s six highest mountains.

Accommodations are at quaint inns or lodges. Breakfasts will be taken at the lodges, while lunches will usually be picnics in the field or pub lunches, with dinners at local restaurants, or hotels, those meals included are listed in itinerary. The food is both delicious and wholesome. Transportation will be in a comfortable bus

What to Expect  Participants should be in good physical condition to walk on what could be uneven or slippery surfaces and be able to handle their own luggage and camera gear each day. You should also be aware that medical services or facilities might not be readily available during all or part of your trip. The trip is suited for people of all photographic levels, and there will be plenty of time to work individually with participants to address specific photographic concerns. This is primarily a photo tour, concentrating on shooting rather than critique. Each participant needs to be familiar with his or her own camera equipment, and in downloading images. Your photo leader is pleased to address specific photographic concerns that individuals may have.