Orkney Jewellery & Gin Tour —
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Private Craft & Heritage Tour
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Cruise & ferry-friendly Orkney jewellery & gin tour — Sheila Fleet, Orkney gin distillery and crafts in 4½ hours.
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From £600 (tickets included) • Cruise pickup (Hatston Pier/tender) • Full refund guarantee
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4½ hour tour of Orkney’s artistry and flavour — with a gin tasting included
Beauty, craft, and something a bit stronger — a tour for those who enjoy the finer things in life. This private half-day tour includes the hand-painted Italian Chapel, a guided visit to Sheila Fleet Jewellery, time for St Magnus Cathedral or shopping in Kirkwall, and a relaxed gin tasting at Orkney Distillery. Gentle pacing, rich stories, and time to browse — designed for travellers who love design, heritage and a generous measure.
What you’ll see - typical route
(We keep the experience flexible, but these are the highlights.)
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Italian Chapel — beauty fashioned by hand
A WWII masterpiece created by Italian POWs: painted ceilings, delicate ironwork, and devotion turned into art. -
Sheila Fleet Jewellery — workshop & gallery visit
Meet Orkney’s best-known jewellery house. See how sea, sky and wildflowers inspire designs; learn about enamelling and island craftsmanship; time to browse the collections. -
St Magnus Cathedral or free time in Kirkwall
Choose a guided visit inside Orkney’s 12th-century Viking cathedral — or enjoy independent craft shops along Kirkwall’s lanes. -
Orkney Distillery — gin tasting (18+)
Finish with a hosted tasting of Kirkjuvagr gin, distilled with island botanicals on Kirkwall’s waterfront. Non-drinkers welcome — we’ll arrange alternatives.
At a glance
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Format: fully private tour in a comfortable vehicle with room for 8 passengers
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Duration: 4½ hours (can be shortened if tight on time)
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Pick-up options: Kirkwall, Stromness, cruise terminal, airport, or your accommodation
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Price: from £600 total (private vehicle, guiding & all entry tickets included). Capacity: up to 8 guests. Only £123pp with 8 guests — book now​​
Other Themed Private Tours
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Neolithic Wonders: A deeper dive into Orkney’s UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Whisky & History Tour: Highland Park or Scapa distillery visit, plus stone circles and wartime stories.
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Viking Heritage: Orkney's key Norse sites combined in one viking themed day
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Puffin Adventurer: Spend the day searching dramatic coastlines for our cutest visitors (our most flexible itinerary) ​
Visiting on the Scrabster (Thurso) – Stromness ferry? See Orkney Day Trip from Thurso (Scrabster).
Want to see the best of Orkney on a cruise day? See Orkney Highlights — Private Shore Excursion
Lisa: "We did a half day jewellery tour with Ciaran and have to say that it was one of the most enjoyable experiences of our entire trip. As a writer, Ciaran has a gift for storytelling, a great benefit for a tour guide! He was so knowledgeable, funny and personable and brought the culture of Orkney to life for us."
☆☆☆☆☆
Fiona: "Thank you Ciaran for a great jewellery & gin tour today - very informative and interesting - good fun and banter had all round - we had an amazing time "
☆☆☆☆☆
Christina: "Ciaran gives a top notch gin tour even when the weather of Orkney fails to cooperate. Knowledgeable and funny, Ciaran is good people."
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​FAQs
Is shopping time included?
Yes — we’ve built in time for browsing at Sheila Fleet’s gallery and, if you choose free time in Kirkwall, you’ll have chance to explore independent shops and local crafts.​
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Is the gin tasting included?
Yes — your Orkney Distillery tasting is included. Non-drinkers can enjoy a soft alternative.
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Can families join?
Yes — children are welcome on all visits except tastings (18+). The Chapel and Cathedral are especially engaging for younger visitors.
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Do you run this tour for cruise passengers?
Yes — we designed it to fit cruise call windows with pier pick-up/drop-off. Want to see more of the sites - try our Orkney Highlights Cruise Excursion.​
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Ready to plan your day?
Enquire now to reserve your Private Orkney Jewellery & Gin Tour — a unique journey through art, history and island flavour, with your own private guide.