Historic Orkney Private Odyssey by a Native Islander 5h
Beskrivningarna visas på engelska.
- 5 timmar
- Guidning på engelska
- Privat tur
- Mobilbiljett
Höjdpunkter
The ideal half-day introduction to Orkney, paced properly and completely crowd-free. Led by a born-and-bred local guide, this private tour covers Orkney’s Neolithic sites, Viking heritage, and wartime history without the rush of a group bus. Enjoy dedicated on-site guiding, plenty of rest time, and travel in an immaculate vehicle with no strangers sharing your space. Because this is entirely private, your itinerary is never fixed. If you want to linger longer or change direction, your guide can adapt the route around your preferences. Originally built as a reliable shore excursion for cruise guests, it works just as well for first-time visitors staying on the islands seeking an introduction. Standard booking is set to 3 guests, but I can accommodate families of 4 or larger groups by arrangement. Listing space is limited, so for custom routes or specific historical focuses, reach out for my full service portfolio. As a top-rated local operator for years, I enjoy a challenge.
Ingår
Det här ingår
- Private Orkney Guide
- Tour customisation
- On site guiding
- Private transport
Ingår inte
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Site tickets to final itinerary.
Rutt
A scenic navigation of the historic Churchill Barriers with a stop at the Italian Chapel. We trace the wartime legacy of the Eastern Approaches with strategic timing for clear, unhurried photos of this resilient masterpiece.
Iconic views over the sheltered natural harbour. We trace the silent naval history and the enduring legacy of the Churchill Barriers with a strategic vantage point overlooking the Western Approaches.
A breath-taking panorama from the crest of the Orphir hills. One side reveals the "Dark and Lofty" hills of Hoy and the harbour of Stromness, while the other offers a vast perspective of Scapa Flow and the southern isles.
Explore a 5,300-year-old Neolithic burial mound. A profound, intimate encounter with ancient craftsmanship and human-scale history. Note: Access involves a low entrance and may not be possible for those with limited mobility.
A dramatic photo stop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Experience the raw power of the sea against the archipelago, with sheer sea stacks and open horizons shaped by geology and time.
Visit one of Orkney’s top attractions: the 5,000-year-old Neolithic village of Skara Brae. The best-preserved in Europe, it is a remarkably intact lived space revealed by the Atlantic sands and explored through a specialist lens.
Visit the world-renowned henge and stone circle at the epicentre of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage site. An ethereal landscape of towering monoliths, this ritual masterpiece is explored as a single, connected narrative of ancient belief.
Time permitting, enjoy some unhurried time in the capital before drop-off. A chance to explore the medieval heart of the town, from the towering red sandstone of St Magnus Cathedral to the hidden old wynds.
Avbokning
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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- Mötesplats
- Waiting room
- Upphämtning
- Upphämtning erbjuds, eller så möts ni vid startpunkten.
- Biljettyp
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Arrangeras av
- Historic Orkney
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in United Kingdom, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 202% above the median of the 91 dagsturer we list in United Kingdom, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 10 of 91.
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