Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall
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About the Activity
Join us for a visit to Orkney where you will see some of the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe. Designated a Unesco World Heritage Site, Orkney is a unique place worth visiting. On this adventure, our starting point is the Stones of Stenness, four giant megaliths which date back to 3100BC making it one of the oldest stone circles in Britain. Second stop, Ring of Brodgar is the finest known circular late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone ring. Get your cameras ready to take some great pictures!! Our next stop will be Broch of Gurness, an Iron Age broch village where prosperous farmers had settled. Be ready now for our second most visited site on Orkney, the Italian Chapel. Next stop, St. Magnus Cathedral is in the heart of Kirkwall, the capital city of the Orkney Islands. Also known as the “light in the North”. Our tour guide will give you some free time. Max 20 people( adjustable times based on the schedule of your cruise) WALKING INVOLVED MISSING YOU ALREADY!6 hours 30 minutes
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Broch of Gurness
Shared tour
Italian Chapel
We wait only 10/15minutes of courtesy
ADJUSTABLE TIMES BASED ON THE SCHEDULE OF YOUR CRUISE
Minimum of pax required
Professional tour guide
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Standing Stones of Stenness
, Stenness, United Kingdom, KW16 3JYOriginally there were twelve stones, some standing up to six metres high. Today only four remain. The function is unclear but our best guess is that they were involved in activities and ceremonies celebrating the relationship between living and past communities.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Broch of Gurness
Evie, United KingdomThis impressive Iron Age complex is one of the most outstanding examples of a later prehistoric settlement to survive in Scotland.40 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
The Italian Chapel
Lamb Holm, , St. Mary's, United Kingdom, KW17 2RTThe Italian Chapel is a beautiful Roman Catholic chapel in Lamb Holm which was constructed by Italian POWs during the Second World War.40 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Saint Magnus Cathedral
Broad Street, , Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1NXAlso known as the “light in the North”, it was founded in 1137 by the Viking Earl Rognvald in honour of his uncle St. Magnus who was martyred in Orkney.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Kirkwall
Kirkwall, United KingdomKirkwall is a bustling, busy town, but it's one with a historic centre full of character.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Ring of Brodgar
Brodgar B9055, Stromness, United Kingdom, KW16 3JZRing of Brodgar is the finest known circular late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone ring. It is a site of ritual and ceremony and hauntingly beautiful. Get your cameras ready to take some great pictures!! 25 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by Top Private Tours UKCreated on 29 Nov 2022Created on 12 Dec 2024
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