Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours 30 minutes

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Join us for a visit to Orkney where you will see some of the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe. Designated a Unesco World Heritage Site, Orkney is a unique place worth visiting.

On this adventure, our starting point is the Stones of Stenness, four giant megaliths which date back to 3100BC making it one of the oldest stone circles in Britain.

Second stop, Ring of Brodgar is the finest known circular late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone ring. Get your cameras ready to take some great pictures!!

Our next stop will be Broch of Gurness, an Iron Age broch village where prosperous farmers had settled.

Be ready now for our second most visited site on Orkney, the Italian Chapel.

Next stop, St. Magnus Cathedral is in the heart of Kirkwall, the capital city of the Orkney Islands. Also known as the “light in the North”.

Our tour guide will give you some free time.

Max 20 people( adjustable times based on the schedule of your cruise)

WALKING INVOLVED

MISSING YOU ALREADY!

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Broch of Gurness

Shared tour

Italian Chapel

We wait only 10/15minutes of courtesy

ADJUSTABLE TIMES BASED ON THE SCHEDULE OF YOUR CRUISE

Minimum of pax required

Professional tour guide

Gratuities

What To Expect

Standing Stones of Stenness

Originally there were twelve stones, some standing up to six metres high. Today only four remain. The function is unclear but our best guess is that they were involved in activities and ceremonies celebrating the relationship between living and past communities.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Broch of Gurness

This impressive Iron Age complex is one of the most outstanding examples of a later prehistoric settlement to survive in Scotland.

40 minutes•Admission Included

Options

Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall

Pickup included

Reviews

4.52

52 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Orkney and beyond!
Suann S,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Chris was our driver for our day in Orkney. He has a thick Scottish accent, but we soon learned how to communicate without any difficulties! He was funny, kind, considerate, intellectual, and sensitive to our needs. Most importantly, he knows the area like the back of his hand and guided us through our various stops expertly! We would highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see the island
A Day in Scotland
Christy R,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and nice. My concerns- The day started chaotic, and it seemed unorganized. We were eventually put in groups and started the tour. This was a semi-private tour so I knew we woukd be with others, but I would call it small group with the number we had. The price was also too expensive for the tour. I truly overpaid for the excursion. I wish I had chosen another excursion.
Michael, the tour guide...
Deborah L,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Michael, the tour guide was great and very easy to understand. Gary, the driver was very nice also.Michael told the history so it was interesting. He told us both the myths, what is fact and what is anyone's guess. I fell in love with the Italian Chapel and in turn the Scottish people for allowing the prisoners to do it. A must see.
Family Trip.
April W,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a really good tour. Babette and Gary did a wonderful job. We got to see everything we wanted to and made it back to the ship in plenty of time.
We enjoyed the driver and...
Laura H,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We enjoyed the driver and guide, Ewen. It was nice being in a smaller group. They shared a lot of local information that added to the beauty of the land.