Stornoway: Private Tour Isle of Lewis

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Stornoway, Scotland

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4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Lewis and Harris' top attractions are scattered across remote landscapes that can be difficult to navigate independently. This private tour from Stornoway removes the stress of navigating rural roads, with a local guide tailoring the itinerary to your interests to include stops at ancient standing stones of Calanais, the Iron Age Carloway Broch, white-sand beaches, traditional blackhouses, and more.

Forget the rush of large tour groups and explore at a pace that suits you
Enjoy hotel/port pickup for a seamless experience
Benefit from your private guide's insights into local history and culture
This private tour means you can focus on the areas that interest you most

What's Included

Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Parking Fees
Bottled water

Lunch
Dinner
Gratuities
Admission Fee - Gearranan Blackhouse Village & Museum

£6.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We can collect from Stornoway Port, Cruise Terminal or Airport or any Hotel / Airbnb / Accomodation on the island.

Start time
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Calanais Standing Stones & Visitor Centre

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carloway Broch

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gearrannan Blackhouse Village

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Port Stoth

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lews Castle

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stornoway

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
The attraction Callanish Standing Stones can be visited free of charge, but there is a visitors centre which you can pay to enter.
Travel time is added to the total time duration.
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

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An unforgettable day on the Isle of Lewis with an exceptional guide

Roelant_v, Jul 2026

We had a wonderful day exploring the Isle of Lewis with Donald and would highly recommend this private tour. Donald was a fantastic guide: knowledgeable, friendly, engaging, and clearly passionate about the island and its history. His local expertise made a huge difference throughout the day. We were able to adjust the itinerary on the fly depending on where the crowds were—and were not—and Donald always knew the best alternative stops, routes, and viewpoints. This flexibility allowed us to make the most of our limited time in Stornowayand the region and enjoy a much more relaxed and personal experience. Donald shared fascinating stories and insights about the island, its history, culture, and landscapes, while also giving us plenty of time to explore, take photographs, and enjoy each location. He was excellent company, and the entire day felt comfortable, natural, and never rushed. This was undoubtedly one of the highlights of our cruise. Thank you, Donald, for such a memorable and enjoyable day. We genuinely hope our paths cross again!

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Sheila_P, Jun 2026

This was the highlight of our mother/daughters week in Scotland! Luke was an incredible tour guide and brought us to see so many different areas of the Isle of Lewis. Some that we didn't even know we needed to see. He was fun, safe, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend this experience to all and it is definitely worth the price. We had an a phenomenal adventure!

A wonderful day in Stornoway

Bev_A, Oct 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Wonderful Day in Stornoway with Luke! Our day in Stornoway was made truly special thanks to our incredible guide, Luke. He greeted us impeccably dressed in traditional tweed, setting the perfect tone for our journey through the Hebrides. A true historian at heart, Luke brought the past to life as we explored the Calanais Standing Stones, sharing fascinating stories and insights that made the ancient site even more meaningful. We continued on to the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, where Luke described the challenging lives of those who once called it home. Unfortunately, we had an unexpected encounter with the infamous Scottish midges—but Luke handled it with humor and professionalism, swiftly whisking us away to a beautiful beach where we could enjoy more of the island’s history and stunning countryside views. It was a day filled with learning, laughter, and breathtaking scenery. Luke’s knowledge, charm, and thoughtful attention to our comfort made the experience unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide!

Wonderful tour with great guide on the Isle of Lewis

Jeffrey_H, Sep 2025

Luke was a wonderful guide for our tour of the Isle of Lewis. He is knowledgeable and extremely pleasant. We had a great day! I highly recommend this tour with Luke

Luke was awesome !! We...

Glenn_J, Aug 2025

Luke was awesome !! We enjoyed the entire day and Luke’s expertise and friendly engagement. Great job!

What a fantastic guide we had

Elaine_B, Aug 2025

We had a great day Luke was a fantastic guide took us to all the places we wanted to see no rush spent plenty of time at each place we visited and gave us lots of information about each place . We would use him again if we are in the Scotland again highly recommend you will not be disappointed.

The perfect tour of Lewis!

will_K, Aug 2025

We were treated like family as we explored the Wonders of the Isle of Lewis with our guide Luke. From the wonder of the Callanish Standing Stones to the history of the Bosta (Bostadh) Iron Age House, the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village and Dun Carloway Broch, to the beauty of Bosta Beach and Stornoway, we saw the best of Lewis with an excellent guide! Luke made us feel part of his Hebridian family on this day of beautiful sights!

Luke is excellent. Our...

Eva_C, Jul 2025

Luke is excellent. Our ship was delayed in docking for 3 hours and he just waited for us and extended his day to take us to tour around. He was so kind and reliable.

A great day with Luke on Lewis.

Connie_H, May 2025

Luke was a wonderful guide. He is personable and full of knowledge. He even brought typical sweets and snacks for us to try. It would have taken two ship excursions to see what he showed us. Doing what only amounts to a snapshot of the area, it was great to have someone from the area to talk to as well. We recommend him highly.

Great day, great guide

Pamela_R, Aug 2024

Luke provided great information on our tour. He made our day a lot of fun. He took us to all the sites we requested and even added a couple of places he thought would interest us…and it did! We would strongly recommend this tour and Luke I promise you won’t be sorry!

A wonderful experience

Kathy_F, Jul 2024

Luke was a marvelous guide. We were comfortable from the start. He was very knowledgeable of the area and felt passionately about it. It was easy to share his enthusiasm. He adjusted the tour to meet our needs, including going to the beach…a perfect day!