Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please note: The seats in our vehicle are between 48cm and 51cm wide. While there is generous legroom, the seat width may feel restrictive for some guests. If you think this may affect your comfort, you're welcome to purchase an additional seat. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns – we're happy to help.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the heart of Orkney on this immersive 6-hour West Mainland Tour, combining breathtaking scenery, ancient history, and authentic local stories. Journey through Scapa Flow, explore the mystical Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brodgar, and step back 5,000 years at Skara Brae. Experience the dramatic cliffs of Yesnaby, the haunting ruins of the Earl’s Palace in Birsay, and the timeless charm of Kirbuster Farm Museum. Led by friendly Orkney guides, this small-group tour offers a personal, relaxed way to uncover Orkney’s past and present — with plenty of photo stops and local insight along the way.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Skara Brae / Skaill House entrance fee
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Travel centre
Kirkwall Travel Centre, look for the minibus with "Orkney Travel" on the side.
Return
Itinerary
1
Scapa Flow
A scenic drive with amazing views of Scapa Flow, the main British naval base during both World Wars
2
Skara Brae
Guided tour of the best preserved neolithic village in Northern Europe, the 5000-year-old Skara Brae.
1 hour and 20 minutes
3
Ring of Brodgar
Guided Tour of the henge monument Ring of Brodgar.
30 minutes
4
Standing Stones of Stenness
Photo stop at what is believed to be the oldest known henge monument in the UK
15 minutes
5
Yesnaby Cliffs
A photo stop at the dramatic Cliffs of Yesnaby
15 minutes
6
Earl's Palace
Discover the ruins of the Earl’s Palace in Birsay, a 16th-century residence built by the powerful and notorious Earl Robert Stewart. Once a grand Renaissance-style mansion overlooking the sea, the palace now stands in romantic ruin beside the remains of the medieval Bishop’s Palace. Nearby, explore the charming village of Birsay, with its traditional stone cottages and sweeping coastal views.
30 minutes
7
Kirbuster Farm Museum
This historic Orkney farmhouse offers a fascinating glimpse into island life over the centuries, featuring a central peat fire, farming tools, vintage machinery, and beautiful gardens that reflect Orkney’s rural heritage.
Discover the heart of Orkney on this immersive 6-hour West Mainland Tour, combining breathtaking scenery, ancient history, and authentic local stories. Journey through Scapa Flow, explore the mystical Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brodgar, and step back 5,000 years at Skara Brae. Experience the dramatic cliffs of Yesnaby, the haunting ruins of the Earl’s Palace in Birsay, and the timeless charm of Kirbuster Farm Museum. Led by friendly Orkney guides, this small-group tour offers a personal, relaxed way to uncover Orkney’s past and present — with plenty of photo stops and local insight along the way.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Skara Brae / Skaill House entrance fee
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Travel centre
Kirkwall Travel Centre, look for the minibus with "Orkney Travel" on the side.
