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Private Tour Discover Orkney
5.0
10 Ratings
Stromness
Experience a private, bespoke tour of Orkney with convenient pick-up and drop-off. Explore the rich history, stunning landscapes, and enjoy special features like whisky tasting. Book now and save 20% off the standard price in August and September 2023!
Experience a private, bespoke tour of Orkney with convenient pick-up and drop-off. Explore the rich history, stunning landscapes, and enjoy special features like whisky tasting. Book now and save 20% off the standard price in August and September 2023!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Skara Brae - Orkney’s captivating Neolithic settlement. Constructed around 3100BC, it stands as one of the most ancient settlements in Europe and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the sophisticated structures and lifestyle of an early advanced civilization.\n\nConsider visiting the adjacent Skaill House as well.\n\nTo…
- Skara Brae - Orkney’s captivating Neolithic settlement. Constructed around 3100BC, it stands as one of the most ancient settlements in Europe and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the sophisticated structures and lifestyle of an early advanced civilization.\n\nConsider visiting the adjacent Skaill House as well.\n\nTo secure your visit, please book your Skara Brae tickets in advance at: www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/skara-brae/ \n- Yesnaby Cliffs - A stunning and rugged coastline, sought after not just for photography, but also for observing birds and marine mammals. \n\n- Ring of Brodgar - An enigmatic circle of stones, providing insight into the ancient spiritual practices of Orkney. Erected 5000 years ago, it predates both Stonehenge and the great Pyramids of Egypt. The surrounding area, nestled in a picturesque landscape, is a haven for wildlife typical to Orkney. \n\n- Standing Stones of Stenness - The remains of an even older ceremonial stone circle, central to Neolithic Orkney’s heritage. It is older than the Ring of Brodgar!… \n\n- Unstan Chambered Cairn - This ancient burial mound, constructed over 5000 years ago, was built by one of the first farming communities in Orkney, who settled near the Loch of Stenness.
What's Included
- Adaptable itinerary tailored to your preferences
- Enjoy scenic routes at a leisurely pace
- Convenient car pick-up and drop-off in Orkney mainland
- Transport provided to sites for independent or guided touring
- Tour times adjusted to fit your schedule
- Adaptable itinerary tailored to your preferences
- Enjoy scenic routes at a leisurely pace
- Convenient car pick-up and drop-off in Orkney mainland
- Transport provided to sites for independent or guided touring
- Tour times adjusted to fit your schedule
What's Not Included
- Ticket to Skara Brae (£11) /any other ticketed sites. This is best purchased by yourselves, online.
- Ticket to Skara Brae (£11) /any other ticketed sites. This is best purchased by yourselves, online.
Additional Information
Warm welcome to your private, bespoke tour of Orkney Mainland.
Blend Orkney’s unique history, nature and landscapes, and special features, e.g. whisky tasting, according to your wishes and interests. Travel at your own pace.
Convenient pick-up and drop-off at any place of choice.
Flexible start times plus a guarantee that your tour will be available for…
Warm welcome to your private, bespoke tour of Orkney Mainland.
Blend Orkney’s unique history, nature and landscapes, and special features, e.g. whisky tasting, according to your wishes and interests. Travel at your own pace.
Convenient pick-up and drop-off at any place of choice.
Flexible start times plus a guarantee that your tour will be available for up to 36 hours from the scheduled start time in case of unforeseen delays on your part or adverse weather conditions.
Looking forward to meeting you!
- Total tour duration includes transport time
- Infant seat available if requested on booking (please email, or telephone to advise)
- Please, kindly note that the touring vehicle is a Mini Countryman compact SUV, and although technically a 5-seater, space-wise it is most comfortable for a maximum of three adult guests.
- Visiting the sites requires substantial amount of walking. Many are outdoors. The weather in Orkney tends to be windy… :)
Location
Stromness
Outside Stromness Travel Centre, by the ferry terminal, or
outside Kirkwall Travel Centre, by the bus station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Finberg777
Jul 20, 2024
Orkney Island tour with an amazing Guide! - our tour with Anna was amazing. Anna drove us all over Orkney and we loved every moment we spent seeing the beautiful island . her knowledge and depth of information was so insightful and helped us to understand the history of this very special place. I can't recommend enough you taking a tour with Anna. She really is the best.
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Denise_b
Jul 4, 2024
Best tour ever! - Anna took us all over the island. Before arriving she asked what we wanted to see and we got to see it all! It was like traveling with a friend.
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Kimberly_s
Jun 1, 2024
Best Tour Guide - Anna was the best. She immediately reached out as soon as the tour was booked to find out what we wanted to do. She was very knowledgeable. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience, including having snacks and drinks. She even took us to the Cathedral and shared her historic knowledge. She was very personable and just so kind. I highly recommend this tour with Anna. So glad we found this tour and that she was the tour guide.
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Kelly_s
May 26, 2024
Grand Orkney Island excursion - We had an absolutely fabulous tour with Anna. She is very knowledgeable about the island’s history, so we learned a lot. She patiently waited for us as we went on a cliff hike to get amazing views and when we returned she offered us a cheese plate. She sent us off with Orkney mementoes and memories. We loved spending the day with her.
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Z8346wckathleenw
Jan 27, 2024
A great winter visit to the Orkneys - Our guide Anna was knowledgeable, friendly and ever so accommodating to our interests and requests. Extra kudos to her for braving the elements with us as we encountered cold temperatures and high winds during our winter visit to the Orkneys. She even provided us with much appreciated warm drinks and chocolates. It was a great day exploring many of the wonders the Orkneys.
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379barbarau
Dec 2, 2023
Orkney at its Best - Our guide was spectacular, she escorted us to many spots that I am sure others were not able to access. We saw the Standing Stones of Stenness, and the Ring of Bordgar. We were thoroughly enthralled by Skarra Brea. Our guide provided a lot of background information we would not have learned on our own. She also took us to St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, a most interesting site, where she explained so many detail, we would not have been nearly as informed if we had gone on our own. Definitely a must if you visit Orkney!
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Barbara_u
Oct 21, 2023
HreT experience - This was the best tour of our trip to the British Isles! Our guide was super informative and friendly! We would highly recommend Anna, she was delightful, friendly, and accommodated our requests with ease! She made us feel so welcomed to Orkney, and we hope we can return to this beautiful place!
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Gideon_d
Sep 22, 2023
Magnificent tour - All 6-7 historical sites at Orkney are so interesting with diving into the 2000 to 7000 years life stile
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Almam85
Sep 20, 2023
Excellent and Friendly Guide to Orkney - We had a great time in Orkney Island thanks to Anna. She went above and beyond to show us the points of interest we requested and more. She was great with our 9 year old son. She made an effort to engage him and even raced him once! She is very knowledgeable and an excellent guide. We explored quite a bit of the island and she always took the time to ask us what we needed and met all of our expectations. She even sent us home with a small gift. If you want a personalized experience with an excellent guide and an amazing person Anna is a must. Thank you Anna, for a great experience!
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G9430tekateo
Sep 6, 2023
GREAT EXPERIENCE - Orkney is like nowhere else we've been, and the Neolithic monuments are truly fascinating. We enjoyed our tour and appreciated the opportunity to wander and explore the sites by ourselves while our guide, Anna, was on hand to share interesting details and answer any questions. Perfect! We were conveniently picked up from and dropped off at our ferry port, and well looked after.
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