I will pick up up to 4 passengers from any location on the Orkney mainland, this includes the ferry ports of Stromness and St Margaret's hope and Kirkwall Airport. This short tour is perfect for those visiting Orkney on a day trip via the link ferries from the Scottish mainland, arriving by cruise liner, or even those spending a longer time on the island.

During the tour, you will visit various sights around Orkney as a private group with a guide and vehicle solely for you. The duration and number of sites are completely up to you! My base tour is 5 hours long, but I’m happy to extend the tour on the day for an additional cost. The tour combines a guided experience with free time to explore each site at your own pace. I’ll share local insights and historical details from my lifetime of experience on Orkney.

Below is an example itinerary of my standard 5-hour tour departing from Kirkwall at 09:00 AM.

. 09:00 AM - Depart from the pickup location and visit the iconic St. Magnus Cathedral and the Bishops' and Earl's Palaces.

. Drive past the HMS Royal Oak memorial and the renowned natural harbour of Scapa Flow.

. Drive along Scorradale Road for a fantastic photo opportunity of Stromness and Hoy.

. Visit the 5,300-year-old Unstan Tomb with time to explore the site.

. Stop at the cliffs of Yesnaby for another scenic photo opportunity.

. 11:00 AM - Explore the prehistoric village of Skara Brae, with around 60 minutes to enjoy the site at your own pace. A café and toilets are available on-site.
(Update: As of April 2024, please make sure to reserve tickets online when booking the tour, as capacity can be limited.)

. Visit the Ring of Brodgar for the chance to walk among one of the great Neolithic monuments.

. Pass by or stop to visit the Standing Stones of Stenness.

. Explore the Italian Chapel via the Churchill Barriers to dive into more island history and take some additional photos (approx. 20 minutes).

. Time permitting, enjoy some free time in Kirkwall before being dropped off.

. 14:00 PM - Base tour ends.

I don’t enforce strict timings or set routes on my tours, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Every tour is unique and tailored to your preferences.

I currently use a midsize SUV for my tours, as well as a 4x4 estate car, both of which comfortably accommodate 4 mid size adults or 3 with extra space. These vehicles offer more comfort and room than most minibus-style vehicles.

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