Returning to Scotland we went to Kirkwall, passing the Isle of Shapinsay visited on an amazing trip six years ago. That 2013 adventure was themed Castles, Pubs and Distilleries. Azamara Club Cruises Azamara Journey brought us to Balfour Castle on the island. We passed Shapinsky on the way today with Viking Cruises first ship Viking Star.
Kirkwall is the main settlement of the Northern Isles and capital of Orkney, an archipelago in the north of Scotland. Kirkwall is also the largest island settlement in Scotland.
Explore Orkney
Short Break in Orkney - 4 Day Itinerary
Accommodation in Kirkwall
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