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From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour

4.84
4.8(58 reviews)
Private Tour
7 hours
English
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Overview

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7 hours

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Get ready for an incredible tour around Orkney!! Orkney is unique because of its Neolithic monuments. The group of monuments constitutes a major prehistoric cultural landscape which depicts life in this remote archipelago 5000 years ago.

We will drive through agricultural land to the shores of Scapa flow, a natural harbour located off the coast of Scotland

Then we will stop at Unstan Chambered Cairn

A quick visit to The Stones of Stennes

Ring of Brodgar is our next attraction to visit

Skara Brae is one of the best-preserved stone-built Neolithic settlements. It is one of the most fascinating prehistoric villages

We will also stop at Skaill House.

Our last stop is Italian Chapel: our driver/ tour guide will let you know about the fascinating history of this well know church on the island

PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED

MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

1

Scapa Flow

A natural harbour located off the coast of Scotland. It is known for its archaeological significance and also for its fascinating war stories. Listen to your guide!!

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
2

Unstan Chambered Cairn

Unstan Chambered Cairn was probably built about 5000 years ago as a communal burial place. Unusual example of a stalled cairn, with internal divisions or staills and single side cell

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Tour -

Van or Minivan Pickup included

Private Tour

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Professional local guide

Port or Hotel pick up and drop off

Private tour

Skara Brae and Skaill House Ticket included

We guarantee a full refund if you cancel this reservation 30 days prior to the arrival date

Gratuities

Pickup points

Kirkwall Hotel

Harbour Street, Kirkwall United Kingdom

The Orkney Hotel

40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall United Kingdom

The Ayre Hotel

Ayre Road, Kirkwall United Kingdom

West End Hotel

14 Main Street, Kirkwall United Kingdom

Lynnfield Hotel

Holm Road, St Ola, Orkney Kirkwall United Kingdom

Albert Hotel

Junction Road, Kirkwall Kirkwall United Kingdom

The Storehouse

Bridge Street Wynd, Lunch 12-2.30pm Dinner 5-9pm Kirkwall United Kingdom

Polrudden Guest House

Pickaquoy Rd. Kirkwall United Kingdom

St. Ola Hotel

Harbour Street, Kirkwall United Kingdom

The Foveran

Foveran Foveran Foveran, St.Ola Kirkwall United Kingdom

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.84

58 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great excursion

    Brad B,Jun 5, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Ronald took us around to Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, Stones of Stenness, the Italian church and the St. Magnus church. He was a wonderful guide explaining how the the island has changed since he was a wee lad growing up in Orkney.

  • From Kirkwall private Orkney tour

    Helen D,Nov 3, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Ewan was the best very informative and entertaining person had a wonderful tour saw lots of what I wanted to see. Skara Brae, the standing stones, the ring of Brodgar and lots more.

  • We enjoyed touring with...

    Caroline C,Sep 4, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We enjoyed touring with Ewan, he showed his love for his native land in his enthusiasm as we traveled around Orkney. He was very flexible and ensured we saw areas that we were interested in (especially Churchill Barriers and Neolithic sites).

  • Orkney islands

    ziv,Aug 31, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    The driver Leslie was punctual, knowledgeable and very easygoing. He drove us to some fantastic locations on the island allowing us to set the pace of the visit without rush due to some timetable. The island itself and the scenery was spectacular. I would definitely recommend this trip as a way of getting around.

  • Wonderful tour!

    Kathy R,Aug 25, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This tour is absolutely worth it. Leslie did a great job of showing us around and going to all the places of interest to us. He was very knowledgable and answered all our questions. He took us to a scenic area so we could take pictures, and the view was absolutely stunning. We had lunch at a nice cafe that he knew about, away from the tourists. He offered to take us up to the top of a hill to get panoramic photos of the island, even though we had gone over time at that point. He made sure we have the best experience possible. Thank you, Leslie!

  • Memorable tour

    Cynthia G,Aug 19, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Had a great day touring the Orkney Islands. Chris was humorous and knowledgable about the Islands and the roll the Islands played in WWII. Loved visiting the standing stones and hearing the history and thoughts of how they came to be there. The Italian Chapel is so quaint. What great artists to transform a Quonset hut into a beautiful chapel. Dress appropriately, we had wind, rain, sun and lots of walking!

  • Wonderful! Tour

    DianaH G,Aug 5, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful tour with Ewan who showed us so much of this beautiful island . We had a chance as well to try some Cullen Skink which was really great. Lots of history provided as well, ID we come back we will book again

  • Excellent tour

    Pemby22,Aug 4, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Ronnie was a excellent guide so knowledgeable of the area and its history. Plenty of time at all stops to explore. Highly recommend booking with Ronnie's Taxis

  • Phenomenal tour with Leslie! If you appreciate Archeology, geology and stunning vista's BOOK THIS TOUR!

    PaulAndCarrie,Jul 15, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Wow .. just WOW! Our tour guide Leslie was absolutely phenomenal! He was kind, generous, SUPER informative, patient and just an overall great person. He made us feel like we were part of his family (in a good way :-) ). His passion, appreciation and love for Orkney and its amazing geology, archeology and history was evident from the very beginning of our tour. This was one of the more expensive excursions that we booked while on a cruise around the UK, but it was ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT! Of all the different excursions, this one is what my wife and I still talk about! As others have already mentioned, we were able to visit all of the key sites with stops along the way. Also note that all of our communication with Pilar was also expertly handled when lining up this tour. Thanks to both Pilar and Leslie for an amazing, once in a lifetime experience!!! One other note: it's Northern Ireland, so expect it's going to be cool-to-cold, rainy and probably windy, but remember ... it's not bad weather that can sully a trip, it's bad preparation... ;-)

  • Take this tour!

    Richard S,Jul 3, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Take this tour! Chris was friendly, gracious, and quite knowledgeable. I was really looking forward to this, and Chris made it even better than I had expected.

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