About this tour
A four-hour private tour exploring Orkney's Neolithic and Bronze Age sites from Kirkwall. Your local guide drives you to Yesnaby's sea cliffs, the Stone Age settlement of Skara Brae, and two ceremonial stone circles—Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness. You'll move at your own pace with expert commentary on each site's archaeological significance and the dramatic landscape that frames them.
Highlights
- Yesnaby's towering coastal cliffs and sculptural sea stacks
- Skara Brae: Europe's most intact Neolithic village
- Ring of Brodgar: Bronze Age stone circle in wild moorland
- Standing Stones of Stenness: ancient ritual monument
- Private transport and local archaeological knowledge
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
What to expect
You'll be collected from Kirkwall and driven to each site in turn, spending time exploring the ruins and landscapes with your guide's commentary. Skara Brae is the most substantial stop—a partially excavated village where you'll see domestic stone structures from around 3000 BCE. The stone circles involve walking across open moorland and grassland; Yesnaby's clifftops offer exposure to sea wind and unguarded edges. Most stops allow 45 minutes to an hour. Expect a relaxed pace suited to your interests rather than a rigid schedule.
Good to know
Book Skara Brae tickets online in advance—entry is not included in the tour price. Neither are other site fees or lunch. Wear waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear; Orkney weather changes rapidly. Not suitable if you have spinal issues or significant cardiac concerns due to uneven terrain and walking distances.
Frequently asked
- How long does Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall take?
- Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall runs for approximately 4 hours.
- How much does Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall cost?
- Prices start from GBP $937 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.