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Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander
(60) Avis
St. Mary's
À propos
I provide a technical, high-context immersion into the Northern Isles’ maritime and prehistoric landscape, bypassing the standard sightseeing loop. Grounded in archaeology and archival research, I offer an intelligently paced exploration from Neolithic heartlands to the naval legacy of Scapa Flow.
I avoid off-the-shelf itineraries and scripted lectures. Using a dedicated MPV platform (max 4 guests), the circuit is recalibrated in real-time to prioritize the quiet, elemental scale of the sites.
We move at your pace, allowing for adaptability to deep-dive into specific interests. You leave with a grounded understanding of how these sites function as a unified landscape. Whether navigating cr...
Points forts
5 heures
Proposé en Anglais
Non remboursable
Billet mobile
5 heures
Proposé en Anglais
Non remboursable
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
Wet weather clothing
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport privé
Guide privé
Gratuities
Lunch
Billets du site
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
VisitScotland Kirkwall iCentre
Waiting room
Retour
Informations importantes
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Les nourrissons et les jeunes enfants peuvent voyager dans une poussette ou un landau
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Des options de transport en commun sont disponibles à proximité
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Des sièges pour bébé spécialisés sont disponibles
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Déconseillé aux voyageurs ayant une mauvaise santé cardiovasculaire
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Adapté à tous les niveaux de condition physique
Politique d'annulation
Toutes les ventes sont définitives. Aucun remboursement n'est possible en cas d'annulation.
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A scenic navigation of the historic Churchill Barriers with a stop at the Italian Chapel. We trace the wartime legacy of the Eastern Approaches with strategic timing for clear, unhurried photos of this resilient masterpiece.
20 minutes
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Scapa Flow
Iconic views over the sheltered natural harbour. We trace the silent naval history and the enduring legacy of the Churchill Barriers with a strategic vantage point overlooking the Western Approaches.
0 minute
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Scorradale Road
A breath-taking panorama from the crest of the Orphir hills. One side reveals the "Dark and Lofty" hills of Hoy and the harbour of Stromness, while the other offers a vast perspective of Scapa Flow and the southern isles.
10 minutes
4
Cairn à chambres d'Unstan
Explore a 5,300-year-old Neolithic burial mound. A profound, intimate encounter with ancient craftsmanship and human-scale history.
Note: Access involves a low entrance and may not be possible for those with limited mobility.
20 minutes
5
Falaises de Yesnaby
A dramatic photo stop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Experience the raw power of the sea against the archipelago, with sheer sea stacks and open horizons shaped by geology and time.
15 minutes
6
Skara Brae
Visit one of Orkney’s top attractions: the 5,000-year-old Neolithic village of Skara Brae. The best-preserved in Europe, it is a remarkably intact lived space revealed by the Atlantic sands and explored through a specialist lens.
1 heure
7
Anneau de Brodgar
Visit the world-renowned henge and stone circle at the epicentre of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage site. An ethereal landscape of towering monoliths, this ritual masterpiece is explored as a single, connected narrative of ancient belief.
20 minutes
8
Kirkwall
Time permitting, enjoy some unhurried time in the capital before drop-off. A chance to explore the medieval heart of the town, from the towering red sandstone of St Magnus Cathedral to the hidden old wynds.
10 minutes
Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander
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St. Mary's
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À propos
I provide a technical, high-context immersion into the Northern Isles’ maritime and prehistoric landscape, bypassing the standard sightseeing loop. Grounded in archaeology and archival research, I offer an intelligently paced exploration from Neolithic heartlands to the naval legacy of Scapa Flow.
I avoid off-the-shelf itineraries and scripted lectures. Using a dedicated MPV platform (max 4 guests), the circuit is recalibrated in real-time to prioritize the quiet, elemental scale of the sites.
We move at your pace, allowing for adaptability to deep-dive into specific interests. You leave with a grounded understanding of how these sites function as a unified landscape. Whether navigating cr...
