
Orkney at War
Uncover Orkney’s wartime story on a private day of history
Service Description
Step into Orkney’s wartime past on this 7-hour private tour. Discover Scapa Flow, the Churchill Barriers, the Italian Chapel, Ness Battery, and more with your own local guide. Learn how these islands became Britain’s great naval base during both World Wars, and visit poignant memorials, cliff-top defences, and hidden murals. All entry tickets included, with comfortable private transport and flexible pacing.
Cancellation Policy
Included / not included • Included: private guiding by a local expert; private, comfortable minibus (up to 8). Tickets/entrances are included where stated on your confirmation. • Otherwise not included: entrances/tickets, meals/refreshments, gratuities. Pick-ups & returns Kirkwall hotels, Stromness, cruise pier, airport, or your accommodation. Ferry-friendly: we can meet the morning NorthLink and return you for the evening sailing. Cruise-friendly: pier pick-up/drop-off with buffers for a timely return to ship. Our guarantees • Ferry & Cruise Safe Guarantee: If your ferry, flight, or cruise ship cannot reach Orkney on the day, you get a 100% refund (no admin fees). • Weather-Proof Pledge: If a site closes or conditions change, we substitute excellent alternatives and keep your day outstanding. • Crowd-Smart Promise & Local Insight Guarantee as stated on our site. Cancellations & changes (you cancel) • More than 4 weeks (28+ days) before the tour: Full refund, minus any non-refundable third-party tickets you asked us to buy. • Within 4 weeks (0–27 days): No refund, unless your flight is cancelled, your cruise cannot dock, or your ferry cannot reach Orkney on the day (then our guarantee applies: 100% refund). • Rescheduling: Requests >4 weeks before are subject to availability; ≤4 weeks are treated as a cancellation (rules above). Cancellations & changes (we cancel) In the rare event we must cancel (e.g., unsafe weather/vehicle issues), you’ll receive a full refund or the option to rebook. We aren’t liable for extra costs (travel, accommodation, etc.). Late arrivals 20-minute grace from the confirmed start time. Beyond this we may shorten the tour to protect key timings. 60+ minutes late without contact may be a no-show. Group, children, accessibility Up to 8 guests. Children welcome; legally compliant child seats are required—bring your own or request in advance. Short walks on uneven paths; some low doorways/steps. Tell us your needs and we’ll adapt. Health & safety Seat belts must be worn while the vehicle is moving. Dress for wind/changeable weather; sturdy waterproof footwear recommended. Tickets & timings Pre-purchased tickets may be non-refundable per the venue’s policy if you cancel. Conduct & care We may refuse service where behaviour risks safety or damages sites/vehicle. Insurance, privacy & law We recommend travel insurance. We’ll ask before taking identifiable photos. Your data is handled per our Privacy Policy. Governed by Scots law.
Contact Details
07921888385
hello@tourorkney.com
Stromness, UK
