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Bespoke Private Guided Tours
Scotland, United Kingdom
Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom
$916.96
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Overview
Orkney's breathtaking landscapes and rich history come alive through a captivating journey that unveils ancient secrets and stunning coastal views. From the remarkable Skara Brae to the poignant Italian Chapel, each site tells a story that transcends time.
- 🏷️ Bespoke Private Guided Tours: Enjoy a personalized experience with a dedicated guide, exploring iconic sites over a duration of 6 hours.
- 🚌 Full-Day Tour Option: Extend your adventure to 8 hours, immersing yourself in the captivating history and beauty of Orkney.
- 🏛️ Skara Brae offers a glimpse into a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village, showcasing one of the best-preserved prehistoric sites in Europe.
- 🌊 Yesnaby Cliffs present dramatic sea views and impressive geological features, perfect for birdwatching and appreciating nature's artistry.
- 🪦 The Unstan Chambered Cairn serves as a prehistoric burial site, enriching your understanding of Orkney's ancient culture.
- 🔮 The Ring of Brodgar, a UNESCO World Heritage site, dates back 4,600 years and stands as a testament to Neolithic ingenuity.
- 📜 The Standing Stones of Stenness, older than Stonehenge, invite you to ponder the mysteries of ancient rituals.
- ⛪ The Italian Chapel, built by WWII POWs, is a symbol of hope and resilience, adorned with beautiful artistry that inspires all who visit.
- 🏰 Explore the grandeur of St Magnus Cathedral, a medieval masterpiece known as the "Light of the North," showcasing stunning architecture and rich history.
- 💧 Bottled water is provided throughout your tour, ensuring you stay refreshed as you delve into Orkney's wonders.
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Bespoke Private Guided Tours
Skarabrae, Italian chapel
Duration: 6 hours
minivans
Pickup included
Skarabrae, Italian chapel
Duration: 6 hours
minivans
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Bishop & Earls Palaces Entry Fee
- Skara Brae Entry Fee
- Guide/Driver
- Italian Chapel Entry Fee
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting point
Go to the back of the information centre which is also the bus station and look for bus station stand 5
Return details
Go to the back of the information centre which is also the bus station and look for bus station stand 5
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Skara BraeOver 5000 years old Neolithic Village. It is one of the best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to around 3100 BCE, Skara Brae provides a remarkable glimpse into the daily life of early humans during the Neolithic period, long before the construction of the Egyptian pyramids or Stonehenge. The site is often compared to a prehistoric version of a modern suburb, highlighting its significance in understanding human history and settlement patterns during the Stone Age.
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Yesnaby CliffsGeology of Orkney Dated back to about 380-400 millions years old. These dramatic cliffs offer some of the most breath taking coastal views in the Orkney archipelago. The area is renowned for its geological features, including impressive rock formations and sea stacks that have been shaped by centuries of erosion. The cliffs are composed mainly of sandstone and are home to a variety of seabird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes are often seen nesting along the cliffs in the summer months. The site offers a sense of wilderness and isolation, making it a must-see for visitors to Orkney who appreciate natural beauty and dramatic landscapes.
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Unstan Chambered CairnUnstan Tomb is a chambered cairn, a type of tomb constructed from large stones and covered with a mound of earth. Unstan Tomb is a prehistoric burial site located on the Orkney Islands, Scotland, and is part of the rich archaeological landscape that makes up the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tomb is located on the island of Stenness and dates to around 2500 BCE, during the late Neolithic period.
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Ring of Brodgar4600 years Stone henge. it is one of the most impressive and significant archaeological sites in Europe, dating back to the late Neolithic period, around 2500 BCE to 2000 BCE. This ancient monument is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney.
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Standing Stones of StennessThis site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney, which also includes other ancient sites such as Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe. The Standing Stones of Stenness date back to around 3000 BCE, making them older than Stonehenge in England.
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The Italian ChapelMiracle of camp 60, built by Italian prisoners of war. The Italian Chapel is not only a piece of art but also a symbol of hope and resilience. During the war, the chapel provided the Italian POWs with a place of solace and spiritual refuge. Despite the harsh conditions of captivity, they poured their heart and soul into building the chapel
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Saint Magnus CathedralSt Magnus Cathedral is the most famous historic building in Orkney and one of the finest medieval cathedrals in Scotland. Built between 1137 and the 15th century, it stands in the town of Kirkwall. It is often called the “Light of the North” because of its striking red and yellow sandstone. The cathedral is dedicated to Magnus Erlendsson, an Earl of Orkney who was killed around 1117 and later made a saint. He was known for his peaceful and religious character, and his death led to his veneration. Founded by his nephew Rognvald Kali Kolsson. Built in the Romanesque style, with later Gothic additions Constructed using local sandstone, giving it its distinctive color. Long nave and massive pillars – strong, rounded Norman architecture. Stained glass windows – many added later, telling religious and local stories. Vaulted ceilings – impressive stone craftsmanship St Magnus’s relics – believed to be buried within the cathedral.
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Bishop's Palace and Earl's PalaceVisitors to Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces in Kirkwall will find two connected but very different historic ruins right beside St Magnus Cathedral. At the medieval Bishop’s Palace, you can explore one of the best-preserved 12th-century buildings in Scotland. Visitors walk through stone halls, vaulted rooms, and the remains of the bishop’s residence where King Haakon IV of Norway died in 1263 after the Battle of Largs. Much of the ground floor survives, giving a strong sense of medieval life in Norse Orkney. Across the road is the later Earl’s Palace, built around 1606 by Patrick Stewart, Earl of Orkney (“Black Patie”). Here visitors see dramatic Renaissance architecture, including ornate façades, grand fireplaces, impressive staircases, chambers for guests and servants, and the remains of a lavish great hall designed to impress visitors and display power. The experience is mostly self-guided and atmospheric rather than museum-like.
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Bespoke Private Guided Tours
Scotland, United Kingdom
Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom
$916.96
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!