Orkney Private Tour: Ancient sites & Local food experience

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Duration5h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Orkney through its ancient history, dramatic landscapes, and locally made food and drink on this relaxed private experience. Visit iconic sites including Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar while tasting flavours produced right here on the islands.
This tour is designed to give you a deeper feel for Orkney — not just what it looks like, but what it tastes like too. A shore excursion ideal for both cruise ship visitors and those staying in Orkney.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Tickets for Skara Brae included
  • Lunch included

What to expect

  1. Unstan Chambered Cairn
    30m
    - First stop and taste
    Step inside one of Orkney’s best‑preserved Neolithic burial chambers. Travelers can explore the ancient stone structure and learn about the island’s prehistoric past before continuing on their culinary journey.
  2. Skara Brae
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    -Second stop and taste

    Visit Europe’s most complete Stone Age village, beautifully uncovered from the sand. Guests will walk among ancient dwellings and discover how Orkney’s early settlers lived thousands of years ago.
  3. The Orkney Brewery
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Local lunch stop (in the event of unavailability, an appropriate substitute will be offered)

    Enjoy a flavorful lunch made with local ingredients at a traditional Orkney brewery. Travelers can also learn about local craft brews and Orkney’s rich food culture, making it a delicious highlight of the tour.
  4. Ring of Brodgar
    30m
    - Fourth stop and taste

    Walk around this majestic Neolithic stone circle, one of the largest in the British Isles. Guests will enjoy scenic views, take photos, and immerse themselves in Orkney’s mystical landscape.
  5. Saint Magnus Cathedral
    30m
    - Last stop and taste point

    Explore Orkney’s iconic medieval cathedral, known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. Travelers can stroll through the historic Kirkwall center before concluding their food‑focused adventure.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick you up at the arranged meeting point, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

End point

We will pick you up at the arranged meeting point, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

Pickup details

Accurate pick up point details required.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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£975.00 per group
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