Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander
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Scotland
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See the best of Orkney in just half a day—and have the chance to explore with an Orkney-born guide—on this private tour. Ideal for those on a shore excursion, this tour visits major historic sights, scenic landscapes, and other island attractions. This flexible tour allows you to explore at Orkney at your own pace, all while learning about the island’s culture and history.
- No need to hire a car with private transportation included
- Upgrade to enter highlights such as Skara Brae and the Italian Chapel
- Ideal private excursion for cruise-ship passengers
- Discover sights and stories you'd miss if exploring alone
What's Included
- Wet weather clothing
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Guide
- Private transport
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Site tickets£25.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
The Italian Chapel
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Scapa Flow (Pass By)
2
Scorradale Road
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Unstan Chambered Cairn
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Yesnaby Cliffs
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Skara Brae
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
Ring of Brodgar
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Kirkwall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 57 reviews
Lourdes_L, Aug 2025
Wonderful full day. Callum was fantastic. Very nice young man, very knowledgeable, took the time to explain everything to us and answered all of our questions. He even had a little gift for us from his wife. Really enjoyed our day on this private tour with him.
Melissa_M, Mar 2025
Calum was outstanding! The tour was an excellent immersion of the incredulous and awe-inspiring Neolithic World Heritage sites and landmarks that adorn the breathtaking Orkney landscape. Calum's knowledge and enthusiasm for his homeland was evident through his joy and adeptness in sharing the remarkable history of this region of Scotland---covering mind bending periods and information from the Neolithic period to the Picts and Vikings and even up to WWII.
If your not sure about visiting Orkney---don't hesitate --it is a simply striking and extraordinary archipelago that will take your breath away!! Calum will guide you through the area with ease, comfort and exceptionally informative manner.
James_P, Oct 2024
Callum is THE BEST guide on Orkney in our opinion. Born and raised on the island, he knows SO much history and shares it all with you. He maintained contact with us before the trip to make sure he knew what we wanted to see (and then he showed us the REAL Orkney). He met us at the ferry and waited for us to park our car. He drove us around the island and we loved talking with him and hearing about life on Orkney. We stopped at (in no order) the Italian Chapel, St. Magnus Cathedral, Scapa Flow, Stone of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, the Brough of Bursar. To make it even better, we went to some cliffs and got to go inside a Cairn with Viking runes. We went to Maeshowe the next day and Callum's place was much better. Our tour lasted a bit longer than the 5 hours and he didn't care. He wanted to make sure we were happy. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND booking a trip with Callum. You will only regret not booking with him.
Janine_D, Sep 2024
Our guide Calum Thein was fantastic. He is an Orcadian by birth and truly loves his home. Calum looked after us so well, he asked us what we wanted to see and gave us lots of local history, Skara Brae was the highlight of this very personal tour.
Paula_E, Sep 2024
Calum and Reanne did everything they could to make our day enjoyable. We loved every part of the day but were fascinated by Skara Brae. Thank you.
Thomas_F, Aug 2024
The overall knowledge and enthusiasm of Calum our driver and guide had of each sight we visited made these historic sites even more interesting and enjoyable. Try to get him too!
Lynn_R, Aug 2024
Calum gave us a great tour of the historical spots on the island. Since not all guides are local, he gave some inside info. With only 4 of us, he adapted the timing to our wishes and made a stop at a store so I could buy scotch.
Lynn_F, Jun 2024
Calum is very knowledgeable and personable young man . His depth of history of the island of Orkney is amazing. He took us to many interesting places off the beaten path and a bus tour could not have taken you to. Would highly recommend Calum for a visit to Historic Orkney !
Stephen_P, Jun 2024
Collum was a wonderful guide and took us to locations that a larger bus wouldn't do. His knowledge of the island as a native was perfect for the four of us.
Bruce_L, May 2024
Calum was a great guide and seeing the still intact history from thousands of years ago was incredible.
Kathryn_C, Apr 2024
Câlin was an energetic, enthusiastic, and entertaining guide for our short visit in Kirkwood. He took us to several sites that the buses could not get to. He was flexible with the timing as we adjusted to a site closing and later wanted to spend more time at the standing stones. He grew up on the island and shared the stories of his youth. We would certainly recommend his tour over the large bus groups.
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