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Stones of Stennes
Primula Scotica
Yesnaby cliffs
Private Half Day Tour in Orkney
Ring of Brodgar

Private Half Day Tour in Orkney

By Experience Orkney
Free cancellation available
Price is €913 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

These tours, which include sites like the Italian Chapel, Yesnaby Cliffs, Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, and the Unstan Burial Tomb are unique for several reasons.
These sites collectively offer a blend of historical, archaeological, natural, and cultural significance.
The Italian Chapel is a remarkable example of resilience and creativity. Built by Italian prisoners of war (War II).
Yesnaby Cliffs are famous for their dramatic sea cliffs and rugged coastline.
Skara Brae is one of the most complete and well-preserved prehistoric villages in Europe, dating back over 5,000 years.
The Ring of Brodgar is a Neolithic stone circle and part of the UNESCO-listed Heart of Neolithic Orkney.
The Standing Stones of Stenness are part of an ancient ritual complex and are among the oldest stone circles in Britain, dating back to around 3,000 BCE.
The Unstan Burial Tomb is a Neolithic chambered cairn and one of several burial sites found on Orkney and the oldest of all.

Activity location

  • Kirkwall VisitScotland iCentre
    • West Castle Street
    • KW15 1GU, Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Travel Centre (Stand 5)
    • KW15 1AB, Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Private Half Day Tour in Orkney in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Tue 08:00-09:30
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€912.98 x 1 Traveller€912.98
Total
Price is €912.98
Until Mon, 30 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedSkara Brae entry fee
  • What's includedWhat's includedKnee pads for Unstan Burial Tomb
  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedItalian chapel entry fee
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBut you can buy your own alcoholic drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedwe don't offer breakfast or Lunch , snacks, tea or coffee, but we can take a break, whereby you can go and get a taste of local products.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDinner

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • we can provide a booster seat for children under 5 years old
  • Saint Magnus Cathedral has disable accessible facilities
  • Only for Panoramic or Scenery Tours
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Kirkwall VisitScotland iCentre
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Kirkwall - Italian Chapel (Mini van)
The Italian Chapel
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
The Italian Chapel was originally built by Italian prisoners of war (POWs) during World War II. In 1942, approximately 1200 Italian POWs were brought to Orkney to work on the construction of the Churchill Barriers, a series of causeways built to protect the naval base at Scapa Flow from enemy attacks. The Italian prisoners, many of whom were skilled artisans, created the chapel using the materials available to them, such as scrap metal, wood, and concrete, as well as their own creativity and resourcefulness. The Italian Chapel is not only a piece of art but also a symbol of hope and resilience. During the war, the chapel provided the Italian POWs with a place of solace and spiritual refuge. Despite the harsh conditions of captivity, they poured their heart and soul into building the chapel
The Italian Chapel
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Italian Chapel - Kirkwall City Centre (Mini van)
Kirkwall
  • 30m
Kirkwall - Yesnaby Cliffs ( Mini Van)
Yesnaby Cliffs
  • 20m
From Italian Chapel will proceed to Kirkwall town centre, then to yesnaby cliffs: These dramatic cliffs offer some of the most breathtaking coastal views in the Orkney archipelago. The area is renowned for its geological features, including impressive rock formations and sea stacks that have been shaped by centuries of erosion. The cliffs are composed mainly of sandstone and are home to a variety of seabird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes are often seen nesting along the cliffs in the summer months. The site offers a sense of wilderness and isolation, making it a must-see for visitors to Orkney who appreciate natural beauty and dramatic landscapes.
Yesnaby Cliffs
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Yesnaby Cliffs - Skara Brae (mini Van)
Skara Brae
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Yesnaby cliffs to Skara brae: It is one of the best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to around 3100 BCE, Skara Brae provides a remarkable glimpse into the daily life of early humans during the Neolithic period, long before the construction of the Egyptian pyramids or Stonehenge. The site is often compared to a prehistoric version of a modern suburb, highlighting its significance in understanding human history and settlement patterns during the Stone Age.
Skara Brae
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Lunch Break
Skara Brae
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Skara brae - Ring of Brodgar (Mini Van)
Ring of Brodgar
  • 40m
From Skara Brae then to the rest of the Heart of Orkney, the Ring of Brodgar: t is one of the most impressive and significant archaeological sites in Europe, dating back to the late Neolithic period, around 2500 BCE to 2000 BCE. This ancient monument is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney, which also includes other major sites like Skara Brae and Maeshowe. The stones are large, some reaching up to 4 metres (13 feet) in height, and the circle measures approximately 104 metres (341 feet) in diameter, making it one of the largest stone circles in the British Isles.
Ring of Brodgar
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Ring of Brodgar - Standing stones of Stenness (Mini Van)
Standing Stones of Stenness
  • 15m
Then on to standing stones of stenness: The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney, which also includes other ancient sites such as Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe. The Standing Stones of Stenness date back to around 3000 BCE, making them older than Stonehenge in England
Standing Stones of Stenness
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Standing Stones of Stenness -Unstan Burial Tomb (Mini Van)
Unstan Chambered Cairn
  • 15m
Unstan Tomb is a chambered cairn, a type of tomb constructed from large stones and covered with a mound of earth. Unstan Tomb is a prehistoric burial site located on the Orkney Islands, Scotland, and is part of the rich archaeological landscape that makes up the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tomb is located on the island of Stenness and dates to around 2500 BCE, during the late Neolithic period.
Unstan Chambered Cairn
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Unstan Chambered Cairn - Kirkwall Town

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKirkwall VisitScotland iCentre
    • West Castle Street
    • KW15 1GU, Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETravel Centre (Stand 5)
    • KW15 1AB, Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom

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