1 day itinerary
Kirkwall Orkney
Itinerary
Good morning! I'd be happy to help you plan your shore excursion in Kirkwall, Orkney. With only 4.5 hours to explore, we'll need to make the most of our time. Here's an ideal itinerary for your day:
8:00am - Meet your guide at the pier and head straight to the . This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the best-preserved prehistoric settlements in Europe and dates back over 5,000 years. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into the lives of the people who lived here.
9:30am - After exploring Skara Brae, we'll head to the nearby . This impressive stone circle is thought to have been erected around 2500 BC and is surrounded by a ditch and bank. Take some time to walk around the stones and soak up the atmosphere of this ancient site.
10:30am - Next, we'll visit the . These four massive stones are believed to have been part of a larger circle that was destroyed in the 19th century. Your guide will explain the significance of these stones and their place in Orkney's rich history.
11:15am - Our final stop will be the . This burial mound dates back to around 2800 BC and contains some of the finest Neolithic carvings in Europe. Your guide will take you inside the tomb to see the carvings up close and explain their meaning.
12:30pm - Return to the pier in Kirkwall, where your tour will end.
I hope this itinerary gives you a taste of the incredible history and beauty of Orkney. Let me know if you have any questions or if there's anything else I can help you with!