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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Using only locally born and bred guides, this tour allows you to hear about life on the Outer Hebridean Islands. With visits to historical sites around Lewis, we provide in-depth information on the history versus current life as an islander. Join us on a tour which will take you full circle.
What's included
Admission fee to the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village is included
Meals
What to expect
45m · Admission ticket included
Experience what life was like living in a blockhouse village before the day of modern conveniences. On-site guides will explain the history and way of life of the villagers. A video will take you through the working lives of the people.
Lews Castle
45m
Built around 1860 by Sir James Matheson, this castle was restored to its former glory and reopened to the public in 2016. Take a walk through the ballroom, morning room, library and dining room. A museum is accessed through the castle and gives further insight into the people and history of the islands.
Carloway Broch
Pass by
Built around 100AD, this fortress was used for defensive and offensive purposes. Experience a 2000 year old build and hear about the way of life of the settlers of the time.
Whalebone Arch
10m
From the 1920s, this whalebone arch was erected following the harpooning of a blue whale off the west coast of Lewis. The whalebone still has the harpoon in place.
Calanais Standing Stones
10m · Admission ticket not included
The Calanais Stones are a 5000 year old neolithic site in the formation of a Celtic cross. Your tour will take you up to the site in order to take photos and provide an overview of the historical significance of the stones. There is a cost of £15 per person to enter the site together with the exhibition in the recently re-opened visitor centre. Clients can choose this at their own discretion, which is not included in the ticket price.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
If you are arriving at the cruise port in Stornoway, your vehicle and driver will be awaiting you at the terminal. In all other locations, you will be met by your guide at the front door of your chosen establishment.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
