Private Tour Discover Orkney with Pick-Up
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Warm welcome to your private, bespoke tour of Orkney Mainland. Whether you are here for the rich, historic heritage, the unique landscape and wildlife of the islands, or just to escape from a routine, you are in for a treat. And I will endeavour to help make your experience worthwhile. Convenient pick-up and drop-off at any place of choice and travel at your own pace. Bespoke itinerary requests are welcome. 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. I look forward to meeting you!
Inclusions
What's included
- Flexible and adaptable itinerary. Please, kindly let us know your wishes in advance.
- Car pick up from and drop off to any point, hotel or place of your choice in the Orkney mainland.
- Flexible times of your tour to suit your plans
- Scenic routes throughout and an unrushed pace
- Transport to the sites which, depending on your choice, you can see independently or with your guide
What's not
- Skara Brae
Itinerary
Orkney’s fascinating Neolithic village. Build around 3100BC, it is one of the oldest villages in Europe and a UNESCO World heritage site. See the architecture and way of life of a sophisticated ancient society. You may also wish to see the nearby Skaill House To ensure availability, please reserve your tickets to Skara Brae in advance, from
Dramatic and beautiful shore, visited not only for a photo opportunity, but for bird and cetaceans sightings.
A mysterious stone circle, offering a glimpse into Orkney’s ancient spirituality. Built 5000 years ago, it is older than Stonehenge and the great Pyramids of Egypt. The area itself, set in a beautiful landscape, is a nature reserve, rich in wildlife typical of Orkney.
A remnant of another, ceremonial stone circle, at the heart of Neolithic Orkney. It predates even the Ring of Brodgar!...
The ancient thumb, built over 5000 years ago, by one of Orkney first farming communities who settled by the Loch of Stenness.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Outside Kirkwall Travel Centre, by the bus station
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Orkney Mainland Private Tour with pick-up
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 it is most comfortable for a maximum of three adult guests. However, 4 guests can be accommodated on request.
- Although our travel vehicle is not wheelchair accessible due to its size, we will always do our very best to accommodate our customers with a disability. We have provided and carried foldable wheelchairs and walking aids as needed. Please, feel welcome and kindly enquire regarding details.
How it compares in United Kingdom, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 44% above the median of the 91 day trips we list in United Kingdom, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 22 of 91.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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