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Orkney Island Tour with Expert Guide
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Orkney Island Tour with Expert Guide

Explore the enchanting Orkney Islands with expert guide Gordon T, who brings over 30 years of experience to your tour. Delve into the rich history...

1 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
1 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
1 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$298.26
$297.26
Orkney Private Tour: Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar
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Orkney Private Tour: Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar

I’m an Orcadian born and brought up right here in Orkney. Join me on a relaxed private tour exploring some of the islands’ most remarkable...

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$287.33
$286.33
Taxi / Tours of Orkney (self guided)
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Taxi / Tours of Orkney (self guided)

This is a private tour. You will be picked up and driven around the islands, taking in the Standing Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar,...

1 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
1 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
1 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$424.16
$423.16
Private Orkney Spirits A Whiskey Journey Through Time
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Private Orkney Spirits A Whiskey Journey Through Time

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on “Orkney Spirits” a tour blending Orkney’s ancient historical sites with its proud whiskey...

5 hours • Hotel pickup offered
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered
$1,324.67
$1,323.67
Private Full Day Tour in Orkney
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Private Full Day Tour in Orkney

Stepping back in time and delving into the rich tapestry of Orkney’s past with our expertly guided tours. The Orkney Islands are a treasure trove...

6 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$218.92
$217.92
Scapa Tours
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Scapa Tours

A private tour that is tailored to your wants needs and wishes. To see our magnificent views of the scenery, bird and sea life as...

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,299.74
$1,298.74
Private Half-Day Tour in Kirkwall: Ancient Orkney Heritage
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Private Half-Day Tour in Kirkwall: Ancient Orkney Heritage

A private half-day tour reveals Orkney’s Historic heritage through the Ancient landscapes surrounding Kirkwall. Travel across a region where Archaeological treasures and Cultural traditions preserve...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$618.78
$617.78
Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall
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Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall

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...

6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$260.78
$259.78
Shore Excursion Kirkwall Small Group Highlights of Orkney
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Shore Excursion Kirkwall Small Group Highlights of Orkney

A small group tour of the Orkney Islands offers a uniquely intimate and personalized experience for cruise guests. Unlike larger tour groups, a smaller group...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$324.25
$323.25
Kirkwall Private Walking Tour
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Kirkwall Private Walking Tour

For this tour you need to take the shuttle bus from the pier to the city centre. Kirkwall is the largest town in Orkney, an...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$247.79
$246.79
From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour
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From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour

Get ready for an incredible tour around Orkney!! Orkney is unique because of its Neolithic monuments. The group of monuments constitutes a major prehistoric cultural...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (60)
$533.79
$532.79
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Fabulous Tour!
From Kirkwall – Orkney Mainland Private Tour
W4427PNdianef, Jul 2026
Fabulous Tour!
I arranged for a private tour of Orkney with a pickup from the Kirkwall cruise port for my group I was traveling with. Our tour guide was Michael. He was fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable about the area and every stop. He relayed the information in an engaging way that everyone in the group enjoyed. We were even able to stop at a live archeology dig we were driving past. As a travel advisor, I would absolutely book this tour for clients. I also would not hesitate to work with with Top Private Tours again, especially in the UK with Pilar making the arrangements.
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Ebeneezer Grand tour
Private Full Day Tour in Orkney
Lynn_M, Jul 2026
Ebeneezer Grand tour
Wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable . Great places visited, well worth every penny. Time given to look and read at stops. All questions answered. Transport very very commfortable
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Fantastic Orkney islands experience
From Kirkwall – Orkney Mainland Private Tour
Lawrence_K, Jul 2026
Fantastic Orkney islands experience
Fantastic experience combining both history and natural beauty of the island - well worth it!!! Many thanks
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Great small group tour of island
Semi Private Tour – Orkney and Kirkwall
JoEllen_G, Jul 2026
Great small group tour of island
Small group experience able to meet the groups needs. Loved the narrative along the trips talking of history and nature. Would definately advise you to go. Spent last hour in town shopping pub seeing st Marcus cathedral
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The port of Orkney
Semi Private Tour – Orkney and Kirkwall
Luis_P, Jul 2026
The port of Orkney
Small group of six. Conformtable Coach. Norman our guide was knowledgeable and informative . Very historic type of tour. Very comprehensive
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Duncan did an amazing job...
Private Full Day Tour in Orkney
Melissa_C, Jul 2026
Duncan did an amazing job...
Duncan did an amazing job showing us the incredible sights of Orkney, Scotland. From the moment we met, he made us feel welcome and took the time to tailor the tour to our family's interests rather than sticking to a one-size-fits-all itinerary. His extensive knowledge of Orkney's history, archaeology, and local culture brought every stop to life, and he shared fascinating stories that made each site even more memorable.One thing that really stood out was how thoughtful he was in making sure everyone enjoyed the experience. He made a special effort to include the interests of my 12-year-old goddaughter, keeping her engaged and excited throughout the day. At the same time, he was incredibly patient with my mom and aunt, happily answering all of their questions without ever making us feel rushed. His enthusiasm, professionalism, and kindness created a relaxed atmosphere that made the tour enjoyable for all ages.Thanks to Duncan, we experienced Orkney in a way we never could have on our own. His local knowledge, flexibility, and genuine passion for sharing these remarkable islands made this one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. If you're visiting Orkney and want a guide who is knowledgeable, personable, and truly dedicated to making your experience unforgettable, I couldn't recommend Duncan more highly.
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A must when in the area!
Scapa Tours
Kathy R, Jun 2026
A must when in the area!
Andy was our tour guide, and provided us with the best experience. Not only the incredible history of Scapa, but also an in depth tour of their facility. The tasting was fabulous and the tasting room is worth the price of the tour. It’s a must when visiting this beautiful area! Thank you Andy!!
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Scenic Orkney was wonderful
Taxi / Tours of Orkney (self guided)
Minta_D, Jun 2026
Scenic Orkney was wonderful
The taxi tour of Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, and Unstan Chambered Cairn was exactly what our family of 4 was needing. We were picked up at the cruise port promptly. Nothing ever felt rushed and we went at our own pace. If we wanted to spend less time in an area we just headed back to the car. The scenery was beautiful despite the drizzling rain. There was even an owl who decided to grace us with his presence during the drive by perching on one of the fence posts. We arranged for our guide to drop us off at the Magnus Cathedral so we could visit a couple of the local shops like Judith Glue(highly recommended for handmade goods) and catch the free shuttle back to our ship.
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Great Way to Get Around Orkney!
Taxi / Tours of Orkney (self guided)
192stephaniel, May 2026
Great Way to Get Around Orkney!
Excellent communication throughout the reservation process. This is a private transport around the island.
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Our Most Memorable Day!
Scapa Tours
skmhouston, Oct 2025
Our Most Memorable Day!
In September, my husband and I took the Viking British Isles Ocean Cruise which stopped in the Orkney Islands. Several outside cruise reviewers suggested that the best way to see the island would be to hire our own guide because there are limited excursions offered by the ship. I researched private tour operators and chose Scapa Tours because of the many site offerings in addition to the very reasonable cost. We were picked up directly at the cruise ship pier by Stewart who drove us to all of the locations on the itinerary plus a few more! We were able to view all of the ancient and historical sites at our leisure without worrying about excess crowds from the tour buses. Stewart took us to some spectacular ocean views and unusual island sights that weren’t even included on the itinerary. Unfortunately we had to miss the distillery tour/tasting because it was closed on Mondays, the day we were there. The island tour lasted a full 5 hours, and it was without a doubt the best day of our entire trip despite the inclement weather! Thanks so much for a memorable day!
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Amazing Orkney Islands Experience
Orkney Private Tour: Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar
Nancy_M, Sep 2025
Amazing Orkney Islands Experience
We were very pleased with our day with Ewan. Skara Brae was wonderful. The age and detail of the site was amazing. The Italian chapel, built by prisoners of war, was spectacular. We saw standing stones predating Stonehenge and had no idea there were so many in the British Isles The entire tour was great. We highly recommend Ewan and this tour.
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Great experience - would go on another tour with him again if I go back!
Orkney Private Tour: Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar
victoriamD3106NB, Aug 2025
Great experience - would go on another tour with him again if I go back!
Such a good experience! My aunt and I were hoping to explore the oldest sites on the island and learn some of the history and Ewan was a perfect tour guide! Very safe, comfortable, and accommodating to our schedule and preferences. I’d recommend reaching out to him directly to discuss scheduling options too in case you have any concerns. He kept us on time, never had to rush, and that was even navigating around big tour buses and crowds. We did the same day ferry to and from Stromness from Scrabster so he understood our concerns about time and we ended up even having a few minutes to browse the shops in town before boarding the return ferry!
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This tour covered the major highlights of Orkney
Private Half-Day Tour in Kirkwall: Ancient Orkney Heritage
yolandai695, Aug 2025
This tour covered the major highlights of Orkney
The departure point was clearly communicated, making it very convenient for those arriving by cruise. The guide was accommodating and happy to answer any questions. Well-planned tour, covering the major highlights of Orkney.
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Fun facts of Kirkwall tour
Shore Excursion Kirkwall Small Group Highlights of Orkney
mommajesty, Aug 2025
Fun facts of Kirkwall tour
our tour guide, Ebenezer was knowledgeable & polite. He went out of his way to accommodate everyone on our 8 person tour. Very friendly & funny.
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Orkney Island Tour with Expert Guide
Joan_C, Aug 2025
This was a wonderful...
This was a wonderful tour. Our guide was outstanding. He shared his beautiful island with us taking us to see awe inspiring scenery, amazing historical sights and picturesque villages. And throughout he catered the day to our preference and pace. Highly recommend!
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Great tour, definitely a...
Shore Excursion Kirkwall Small Group Highlights of Orkney
megan_b, Jul 2025
Great tour, definitely a...
Great tour, definitely a small group. We were four and two others from our cruise. The guide did a great job of avoiding the larger groups at our stops and explaining everything. He was even able to add a stop at magnus cathedral since we were ahead of schedule and still got us back to the ship in time.
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