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The Pictish Traill – Sites, Sagas & Stone Carving
Scotland, United Kingdom
$1825.33
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Overview
Walk in the Footsteps of Orkney’s Ancient People — Then Carve Your Own Pictish Stone
Step beyond the familiar Orkney icons and into a world far older, stranger, and more mysterious. The Pictish Traill (spelled exactly as the old ways would prefer…) is a full-day journey through ancient landscapes, Norse legend, archaeological secrets, and finally a hands-on sandstone carving workshop unlike anything offered elsewhere in Orkney.
From the clifftop Broch of Deerness to the dramatic Gloup sea cave and the saga-soaked sands of Dingieshowe, you’ll explore places most visitors never reach Plus a few unique locations . We also visit the Millennium Stone and the Orkney Museum to study real Pictish carvings before creating your own.
Led by a highly rated native guide with training in traditional stone carving, this tour blends storytelling, exploration, and craft into one unforgettable experience.
Step beyond the familiar Orkney icons and into a world far older, stranger, and more mysterious. The Pictish Traill (spelled exactly as the old ways would prefer…) is a full-day journey through ancient landscapes, Norse legend, archaeological secrets, and finally a hands-on sandstone carving workshop unlike anything offered elsewhere in Orkney.
From the clifftop Broch of Deerness to the dramatic Gloup sea cave and the saga-soaked sands of Dingieshowe, you’ll explore places most visitors never reach Plus a few unique locations . We also visit the Millennium Stone and the Orkney Museum to study real Pictish carvings before creating your own.
Led by a highly rated native guide with training in traditional stone carving, this tour blends storytelling, exploration, and craft into one unforgettable experience.
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The Pictish Traill – Sites, Sagas & Stone Carving
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
- wet weather clothing
- Private vehicle and local guide
- Gratuities
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Mull Head Nature ReserveA Pre-Christian & Viking Frontier Climb to the dramatic clifftop settlement at Deerness, an early monastic site and later a Norse stronghold. Explore a landscape that still feels untouched, shaped by early Pictish presence and Viking arrival. Stand at the edge of a roaring natural wonder. The Gloup is one of Orkney’s most dramatic geological features, carved by the sea and steeped in local lore. Plus a Mystery unexplored site depending on group ability.
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Walk a windswept isthmus tied to the Orkneyinga Saga. Hear tales of Viking chieftains, battles, and the shifting power between Picts and Norse.
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St. Mary'sVisit a striking replica Pictish stone at St Margaret’s Hope and learn how these mysterious carvings evolved from simple symbols to ornate warrior imagery.
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Churchill BarriersWe’ll pause at the Barrier View Café , a cosy spot overlooking the Churchill Barriers where you can enjoy lunch, home baking, and sweeping sea views. Just next door is Celina Rupp Jewellery, a beautiful local studio inspired by Orkney’s coastline, Norse heritage, and wildlife. If you’d prefer a different lunch location, no problem this stop can be tailored to your tastes.
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The Orkney MuseumStudy real Pictish carvings up close, including rare Class I symbols and later Class II Christian-influenced stones.
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KirkwallThe Highlight: Carve Your Own Pictish Stone Finish the day by carving your own piece of Orkney sandstone, guided by the same techniques used for centuries. Your guide was trained by a local stonemason while preparing for an apprenticeship at St Magnus Cathedral and now shares that knowledge with you. No experience needed; all tools provided. Walk away with a unique, hand-carved souvenir and a deeper understanding of the people who shaped Orkney long before the Vikings arrived.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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The Pictish Traill – Sites, Sagas & Stone Carving
Scotland, United Kingdom
$1825.33
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!