# Isle of Lewis Tours > Tour the Isle of Lewis in comfort > Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.3, this is an llms-full.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. ## Pages ### [Discover your beautiful and amazing Isle of Lewis Tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/) **Published:** September 8, 2025 **Author:** admin@hebrideanservices.com **Content:** # ![Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour on our isle of lewis day tours.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Logo-small.png "Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour on our isle of lewis day tours. - Isle of Lewis Tours") ## Discover your beautiful and amazing Isle of Lewis Tour Visit our most in demand sights on our Historic Isle of Lewis tour. [Book Now](#more) [Attractions](https://daylightwanderer.com/attractions/) ## **BOOK DIRECT FOR 10% OFF** OUR ISLE OF LEWIS DAY TOUR, USING CODE "DAYLIGHT".  [All the key sights on our Isle of Lewis Tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/#attractions)  #### Self-tour each Isle of Lewis tour site\*  #### Book your Isle of Lewis tour up to 24 hours before  #### 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5 star rated Isle of Lewis tour  #### Family friendly - 1 Adult per 2 Children (3+ yrs)  #### Book a private tour for your group alone! ## Your Historic Isle of Lewis Tour 5 STAR ISLAND TOUR EXPERIENCE FOR THE MEMORIES OF A LIFETIME! ## USE CODE "**DAYLIGHT**" FOR 10% OFF YOUR ISLE OF LEWIS TOUR WHEN YOU BOOK DIRECT **BOOK UP TO 24 hrs BEFORE DEPARTURE.** The best way to get out and about, around the island, is with our Isle of Lewis tour from **the comfort of our [minibus](#overview)** whilst you gaze at the amazing scenery on our Hisoric Island Isle of Lewis tour. We take you around the [key attractions](https://daylightwanderer.com/attractions/), stopping long enough for you to [**self-tour each sight**](https://daylightwanderer.com/#historicisland) and **ask our driver-guide any questions** you may have. **Our Historical Island Tour operates Tuesday through Saturday and days when cruiseship\*\* arrivals are due into Stornoway.** \* Isle of Lewis tour sites are self-guided (subject to any entrance fee) so that you can enjoy them at your own pace. Our driver guide can answer any questions you may have during the rest of the tour. \*\* Please note Cruiseship passengers are subject to the same cancellation and refund terms as non-cruiseship passengers. You should purchase travel insurance for the instance where your ship does not dock as expected. - [1](#) - [2](#) - [3](#) - [Overview](#pac_dtm_child_0) - [Itinerary](#pac_dtm_child_1) - [Gallery](#gallery) ### Historic Island Isle of Lewis Tour - Calanais Stones, Dun Carloway Broch, Gearrannan Village, Norse Mill, Bru Sheilling This Isle of Lewis Tour focuses on the key historic sights on the Isle of Lewis. From the outstanding ancient standing stones of Calanais (older than Stonehenge!), to the Blackhouse village at Gearrannan village, highlighting the way we used to live, this is a tourer not to be missed. Save the drive, enjoy the sights and get the chance to ask our driver guide any questions you may have. Depending on the time available we may be able to squeeze in a few more, lesser visited, sights that bring the magic of the island to life for everyone on our tours. **OUR ISLE OF LEWIS TOUR INCLUDES:** - Local driver / guide for questions and info. - Light refreshments. - [Flexible bookings](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/) - [Refundable](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/) up to 1 day before tour\*\*. **OUR ISLE OF LEWIS TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:** - Attraction entry fees (Calanais Stones, Garrenan Blackhouse Village) - Guided narration at stops as attractions are self-guided. - Tips and gratuities. **Our itinerary is listed below but, if you prefer, you may remain with the vehicle at all or any of these stops and chat with our driver!** **Starting location:** **NEAR THE BUS STATION** (our minibus will be waiting with a pink and black sticker on the door side) **STOP 1: Calanais Standing Stones** Around 45 minutes at this popular stop to see these ancient standing stones. There is a bathroom, cafe and gift shop at this stop. The exhibition and visit to the actual stones has an **[additional charge](https://calanais.org/visit/)**. Find out more here. **There is no need to pre-purchase tickets.** **STOP 2: Dun Carloway Broch** Visit this stunning family home from around 500BC and see what life was like to live in these times. There is a bathroom and small, free, exhibition at this stop. Access is via a gravel path up a slight incline (you may remain with the vehicle if you prefer). **STOP 3: Gearranan Blackhouse Village** This is an outstanding example of a village of houses from around 1000AD that shows how we used to live on the island. This stop has bathrooms, a gift shop and a cafe. There is a small charge if you wish to access the [Blackhouse exhibitions](https://gearrannan.com/). **STOP 4: Norse Mill and Kiln** An outstanding example of Viking technology on the island. This is a worthwhile stop of historical interest and amazing views. There are no facilities at this stop. There is a short walk over gravel path with a set of stairs. **STOP 5 : The Shieling Barvas and Brue** When crofters had to bring home their sheep, they would travel onto the moors for a few nights at a time and they had to stay somewhere when the did. Find out more about their life on the moors at this stop. There are no facilities at this stop. There is no walking involved. We may have time for other stops too! Then we head back to the start point at the Bus Station. ![Our Isle of Lewis Tours Minibus](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG-20260718-WA0000-300x169.jpeg "- Isle of Lewis Tours")Our Isle of Lewis Tours Minibus ![The Calanais Stones - See them on our Isle of Lewis tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture5-300x120.jpg "The Calanais Stones - See them on our Isle of Lewis tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") The Calanais Stones ![The Carloway Broch - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture2-300x121.jpg "The Carloway Broch - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") The Carloway Broch ![The Norse Mill and Kiln at Shawbost - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture7-300x156.jpg "- Isle of Lewis Tours") The Norse Mill and Kiln [Book A PRIVATE TOUR](https://daylightwanderer.com/isle-of-lewis-private-tours/) ## BOOK AN ISLE OF LEWIS TOUR TODAY ```
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Muy bueno Muy bueno el tour muy amable el guia
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Don't miss this... We toured with Mac and found his knowledge and insights were so helpful - from weather to geography to legend to industry - he is a fantastic guide! We learnt heaps from someone whose family is instrinsically linked to life on the island. Genuine passion & care for the land shone brightly and there's no subsititute for that. Thanks for sharing your stories, Mac Veronica
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Perfect day! Mark was an incredible guide! We learned so much and in addition to seeing the sights he gave us insights into the culture and life on the island. I highly recommend!!!
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A very great tour Great tour The guide was nice and funny. I appreciate the landscapes, the history of Lewis I took great photos
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Best way to see the sights with a local guide A fantastic way to see the sights, especially for those travelling without a car. Mac is a knowledgeable and witty guide to his island, effortlessly ranging over history, contemporary culture, nature and insights into the local ways of life. It’s a fun vibe and everyone felt relaxed and bonded by the end. We had the worst possible weather and it was more than worth it. Highly recommended!!
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Amazing tour with Daylight Wanderer! A wonderful tour of all the key ancient sites. Lasted 5 hours and the guide Mac made it a wonderful experience. He was friendly, entertaining and full of interesting facts! Honestly couldn’t rate this highly enough.Tips- Island weather is fickle so take layers and waterproofs! Take a wee sandwich with you if you can as the time/ options for lunch on the tour are limited.
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Exceptional Tour with Amazing Guide I cannot stress this enough, this is one of the best tours I’ve been on! We had an absolutely amazing time around Lewis with our fantastic tour guide, Mac! From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Mac was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the islands. He brought the history, culture, landscapes and stories of Lewis and Harris to life while making the tour enjoyable and personal. His local knowledge really made the difference, and it felt like we were seeing Lewis through the eyes of someone who genuinely loves and knows the area. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lewis and Harris!
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Insuperabile! Fantastico! Mac è una guida appassionata, attenta, disponibile e gentilissima. Il nostro piccolo gruppo (noi due, più un ulteriore viaggiatore) abbiamo potuto godere per un'intera mattinata delle sue dettagliate ma sempre avvincenti spiegazioni, ci ha portato a visitare nel corso di 5 ore pienissime ma allo stesso tempo rilassanti tutti i siti storici più importanti di Lewis. Super consigliata. Peccato non aver potuto prenotare anche l'escursione See&Shore; e peccato non essere a Lewis da ottobre in poi per il WinterSkyTour, in cui ci ha garantito che si riesce a godere dell'aurora boreale praticamente OGNI sera. Ma torneremo e recupereremo, Davvero insuperabile! Grazie Mac
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Lewis Tour Mac was wonderful and he really explains everything thoroughly. I would fully recommend his tour
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Island tour Informative, very kind and thoughtful guide who provided great insight and education about the island
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``` ``` ```  #### Comfortable Minibus  #### Refreshments Provided  #### Flexible Cancellation  #### Our Best Prices & Times [Book Now](#more) ## Practical Info on our Isle of Lewis Tours  #### DEPARTURE POINT [Tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/#more) leaves from the Herring Girl Statue BY THE BUS STATION and no where else! GOOGLE MAP  #### DATES & TIMES Our [Isle of Lewis tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/#attractions) operates year round, Tuesday-Saturday, and on cruiseship\*\* days. CHECK DATES  #### DURATION Tours are approximately 4 to [5 hours](https://daylightwanderer.com/#practical) dependent on traffic and our guests CHECK TIMES  #### PARKING There is free parking both in the South beach Car Park and at Pier 1 SEE MAP [](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-about-contact/) #### [FAQ](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-about-contact/) Check out our most [frequently asked questions](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-contact/) and important information FAQ PAGE  #### WINTER TOURS Check out our amazing winter evening tours of the stars and cosmos NIGHTSKY TOURS ![Logo for Isle of Lewis Bus Tours in Winter and in Edinburgh that offers interactive tours of the night sky, the stars and the cosmos which includes warming refreshments.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-NSW-LOGO-BLACK-MOON-300-tall.png "Logo for Isle of Lewis Bus Tours in Winter and in Edinburgh that offers interactive tours of the night sky, the stars and the cosmos which includes warming refreshments. - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### Enjoy our Summer Tour offering? ## Why not try our Winter Sky Tour this year... [Find out more and Book Today](https://nightskywonderer.com) ##### Take a trip through the cosmos on one of our amazing NightSky tours to discover the best way to look at the sky above. Understand the nature of stars, planets and life itself. We rarely take the time to stare into the night sky. Many of us can't as skies are obscured by modern-day, urban, lighting. So let us take you on a journey of wonder, amazement and learning. Let us open the Universe up to you, your family and friends. Join one of our family friendly tours to hear about the wonders in the night sky learning, the nature of Space and the Universe above you. Learn cool stuff about the concept of space and time that will leave you excited to tell your friends about when you get home! If you are lucky there may be a glimpse of the Aurorae! On our tours you will also get the chance to use interactive tech to search the sky, take part in hands-on experiments and use some real astronomer equipment to search above you! **DayLight Wanderer Tours: Important information** This does not replace our full **[Terms and Conditions](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/)** for our Isle of Lewis Tours. - **Minimum Age:** Guests must be 3 years or older. - **Weather:** Our Isle of Lewis Tour will operate in most weathers including heavy rain. You should prepare for all weather types. You will be notified by 4pm the day before the tour via email or your 3rd party booking system if we are cancelling a tour. - **[Tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/#more) Length:** [Tours last between 4 and 5 hrs ](https://daylightwanderer.com/#more)depending on road conditions, the number of guests we have and any difficulties parking at our tour locations. - **Food & Drink:** Neither may be consumed on the vehicle on this tour except that provided by us. - **Bathroom Opportunities:** There are bathrooms at the first three stops assuming the standard itinerary is maintained. You will be advised of changes on the day of the tour. There are no bathrooms available prior to the start of the tour at the pick-up location. - **Cancellation:** You can cancel for free within 24 hrs of our[ tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/#more) for a 100% refund less any 3rd party transaction fees, **after that time tours are non-refundable. Private tours are non-refundable up to 3 days prior to the tour date. Please note that cruise ship passengers are subjet to the same cancellation policies and you should purchase travel insurance to cover the failure of your ship to dock in Stornoway. [Tourer Terms](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/) [FAQ](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-about-contact/) --- ### [Exciting Isle of Lewis Private Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/isle-of-lewis-private-tours/) **Published:** September 9, 2025 **Author:** admin@hebrideanservices.com **Content:** Please be aware that Isle of Lewis Private Tours emails can end up in SPAM/JUNK FOLDERS PLEASE LOOK OUT FOR OUR MAIL FROM contact@daylightwanderer.com OR mac@hebrideanservices.com DayLight Wanderer Tours # Amazing Isle of Lewis Private Tours Why not book our services for an amazing private tour of the Isle of Lewis giving your group a unique chance to choose what they want to see (time allowing!) This allows you the scope to select what you want to see and do which can be better for your group than joining our daily tourer routes. Tours are limited by the amount of time you have available and the distances we need to cover to get to some of our attractions. See below to help you decide what your Group would like to do... [Plan a private tour](#private) [Enquire now](#ask) [Key Terms & Conditions](#key) ## Isle of Lewis Private Tours by time Some of our major attractions are quite spaced apart and getting to and from them takes up some time. Therefore, to help you compile an Isle of Lewis Private Tours, we have compiled a list below of the times it takes to get to and from certain sights. We have also indicated the Isle of Lewis Private Tours Pricing and added a form at the bottom to make your tour request. ![Arriving in Stornoway - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture4-1.jpg "Arriving in Stornoway - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours - Isle of Lewis Tours") ## Isle of Lewis Private Tours Attraction Visit Times Here is a list of round-trip travel times and visit times for a selection of our major attractions, based on a Stornoway departure, to help you build an itinerary suitable to your needs. Remember each of these is **round trip timed from Stornoway and back**. **Getting between each site, and back, will therefore take longer.** That's why this is a guide only to help you. We will compile a full itinerary for your approval. Times in brackets are suggested visit times. **All tours depart from the Herring Girl Statue at the sea wall of the South Beach free car park close to the bus station and return to the same place.** ![The Calanais Stones - See them on our Isle of Lewis tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture4.jpg "The Calanais Stones - See them on our Isle of Lewis tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Calanais Stones Return Journey Time: 1hr (45m) ![War Memorial Stornoway - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture3-1.jpg "War Memorial Stornoway - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### War Memorial Return Journey Time: 10m (20m) ![The Carloway Broch - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture2.jpg "The Carloway Broch - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Dun Carloway Broch Return Journey Time: 1hr 45 (50m) ![Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-DLW-LOGO-PINK-WHITE-mini.png "Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Lewes Castle and Museum Return Journey Time: 10m (1.5hrs) ![Gearrannan Black House Village - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture9.jpg "Gearrannan Black House Village - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Gearrannan Village Return Journey Time: 1hr 15 (45m) ![The Norse Mill and Kiln at Shawbost - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis day tour and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture7.jpg) #### Norse Mill and Kiln Return Journey Time: 1hr (30m) ![Cross Historical Museum - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picturem2.jpg "Cross Historical Museum - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Cross Historical Museum Return Journey Time: 1hr 45m (1hr) ![Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-DLW-LOGO-PINK-WHITE-mini.png "Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Bridge to Nowhere & Beach Return Journey Time: 1hr (45m) ![Arnol Blackhouse - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picturem8.jpg "Arnol Blackhouse - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Arnol Blackhouse Return Journey Time: 45m (45m) ![Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-DLW-LOGO-PINK-WHITE-mini.png "Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Tiumpan Head (Whale Watch) Return Journey Time: 50m (45m) ![Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-DLW-LOGO-PINK-WHITE-mini.png "Isle of Lewis Tours and the DayLight Wanderer Logo. Join an Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Ravens Point Centre Return Journey Time: 1hr 15m (45m) ![Butt of Lewis Lighthouse on an Isle of Lewis Tour](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Butt-of-Lewis-Lighthouse-scaled.jpg "Butt of Lewis Lighthouse - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### Butt of Lewis Lighthouse Return Journey Time: 2hr (15m) ![Iolaire Memorial - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture3.jpg "Iolaire Memorial - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### HMY Iolaire Memorial Return Journey Time: 10m (30m) ![St. Columba's Church - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture4.jpg "St. Columba's Church - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours of Isle of Lewis and Harris day tour. - Isle of Lewis Tours") #### St. Columba's Church Return Journey Time: 15m (30m) ## Isle of Lewis Private Tours PRICING GUIDE Isle of Lewis Private Tours are priced by: - the time required in planning and delivery and - the number of people in your group. You can determine the price of your tour by selecting these items below. **Private Tour Guide Price Select the number of people in your private tour group (all ages). If you have guide dog(s) with you they must be allocated a seat but will travel free. Actual price will be confirmed in your booking confirmation email. \# in private group Please choose an option☝️! 1 Hour160 1 to 2 hours320 2 to 4 hours430 4 to 7 hrs (max)590 Please choose an option☝️! [ Detailed List ](javascript:void(0)) Total 0** ## Isle of Lewis Private Tours Key Terms These "Key Terms" do not replace the full Terms & Conditions which you can read the [here](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-private-tours/). You can also read the FAQ for other general information. 1\. All tours pick up and drop off from the [Herring Girl statue on the waterfront at the South Beach Car Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/VteFkoEfuCaSMNiL8). **We cannot pick-up or drop-off at the Deep Water Terminal.** ***2.*** Private Tours are paid in two parts by credit or debit card. A deposit followed by the balance, cleared funds with us, 72 hours prior to the start time of the tour. **3.** We will hold a requested tour date for 14 days then the tour date will be opened again so others may book. ***4.*** After paying a deposit here is a 24 hour grace period where you may cancel for a 100% refund less any transaction fees from any party whether on your part our ours. After that time the booking is refundable up to 3 days prior to departure less the initial deposit and any transaction fees from any party whether on your part our ours. **Within 3 days (72 hours) of of the tour no refunds shall be provided.** **5. If you have booked a Private Tour and you were due to arrive by Cruise Ship into Stornoway Deep Water Port Terminal, or berthed at the Outer Anchorage, where their ship did not dock or berth, a 75% refund of your tour booking less any third party transaction fees will be offered. Evidence must be provided that your ship failed to berth or dock when a refund application is made, this can be made via email to accounts@hebrideanservices.com.** Use this simple calendar to check if your preferred date is available: ## Private Tour Availability [](#)July 2026August 2026September 2026October 2026November 2026December 2026January 2027February 2027March 2027April 2027May 2027June 2027July 2027August 2027September 2027October 2027 [](#) | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | | | ## Isle of Lewis Private Tours Booking Enquiry If you would like to book a Isle of Lewis Private Tours please complete our booking form and we will be in touch to finalise your tour. You can find more attraction ideas at our [More Sights](https://daylightwanderer.com/attractions/ "Isle of Lewis Tours Outer Hebrides Tours Attractions and Sights to See") page. --- ### [Isle of Lewis Tours Outer Hebrides Tours Attractions and Sights to See](https://daylightwanderer.com/isle-of-lewis-tours-attractions/) **Published:** February 25, 2026 **Author:** admin@hebrideanservices.com **Content:** # Isle of Lewis Tours Outer Hebrides Tours Attractions and Sights to See On our Isle of Lewis Tours you will see many a great and historic sight. Read a little bit more about them here before visiting. Our Great Tour Attractions Read more here about the great island attractions we will visit on both of our Isle of Lewis Tours loops but also remember, that as we drive along, with our local driver-guide, we have the chance to see so much more...and to help you out, in-case we don't have time, we have our further attractions map just below! = #### Calanais Standing Stones = #### Dun Carloway Broch = #### Gearrannan Blackhouse Village = #### Norse Cereal Mill and Kiln = #### Traditional Bru Àirigh = #### Saint Coumba's Church = #### Memorial to the Iolaire = #### Memorial to the Great Wars = #### The Black & White Houses of Arnol = #### Ness Historical Society ## Get the best priced tickets for attraction entry here ## The Blackhouse at Arnol **[Book Entrance Tickets Here](https://tickets.historic-scotland.gov.uk/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=TKTS&c=BH#1639894)** ## Calanais Stones **[Book Entrance Tickets Here](https://calanais.org/booking-information/)** ## Gearrannan Blackhouse Village Small entrance fee only payable on-site (~ £8) Visit Even More Great Sights Use our handy map to visit sites off the beaten track, as submitted by islanders themselves! Click on the map, then browse through and if you have a party that wants a specific tour putting together, feel free to get in touch with us to arrange that for you. [Or book one of our great tourers today.](https://daylightwanderer.com/#more) [![Tour the Isle of Lewis and see some amazing sights.](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/202602-Google-Map-Image.png "Tour the Isle of Lewis and see some amazing sights. - Isle of Lewis Tours")](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1iiHznPsYXevNwAG3Sriyu7K0_Q0_VQnb&usp=sharing) ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Calanais Standing Stones ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - HISTORIC ISLAND LOOP This, globally unique, site allows you to experience megalithic stones at one of the United Kingdoms most amazing historic sites. The Stones lie in the shape of a cross, as we know the Christian Cross today, but of course, 5,000 years ago, this symbol was not associated with Christianity. Even more exciting for us is that they are older then the stones at Stonehenge. ![Mini logo for Isle of Lewis Tours in Summer to all the main attractions including Calanais Stones, Carloway Broch, Gearrannan Village and more](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture4.jpg "Picture4 - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Dun Carloway Broch ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - HISTORIC ISLAND LOOP Growing up, this was our favourite attraction to visit. In those days visitor numbers were very low and we were able to play here all day pretending it was our castle. Things have changed just a bit. This monument, built around 200 BCE, lasted as a home and defence for around 100 years but Dun Carloway may have been used for almost 1000 years which is very impressive. For those with the surname Morrison, it is thought that this was a fortress for your clan as late as 5000 CE. ![Mini logo for Isle of Lewis Bus Tours in Summer to all the main attractions including Calanais Stones, Carloway Broch, Gearrannan Village and more](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture2.jpg "Picture2 - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Gearrannan Blackhouse Village ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - HISTORIC ISLAND LOOP Here you get the chance to see a whole village of Blackhouses (as you saw a single example on our other tour). There are often examples of crofting activities, such as weaving, shearing or herding. They also have a shop and a café to enhance your visit. ![Gearrannan Black House Village - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture11.jpg "Gearrannan Black House Village - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Norse Mill & Kiln ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - HISTORIC ISLAND LOOP This stop involves a short, 10 min walk, across a rough walk way. My family were engaged, in the 1960s, renovation of this site, and so we honour it with a stop on our tourer service. Currently it is without funding to operate safely and has been closed for internal access. However the buildings themselves are worth a visit to see the thatching and stream system that was built to help Vikings grind their cereals. ![The Norse Mill and Kiln at Shawbost - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture7.jpg "The Norse Mill and Kiln at Shawbost - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Bru Àirigh ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - HISTORIC ISLAND LOOP This Sheiling is a fine example of an early house, built from stone, that crofters would use during the summer when they spent long period of time away from home, cutting peats to bring home. This structure is perhaps more elaborate than most of the ones we saw as children out on the moors but nonetheless is worthy of a stop and review. ![Bru Àirigh - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picturem4.jpg "Bru Àirigh - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Eaglais na h-Aoidhe, St Columba’s Church ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - SHORE AND SEA LOOP Two attractions in one here. **Aignish Farm Raiders Monument** On the walk way to the Church is this memorial, one of three dedicated to the land struggles experienced on the Island. This one is for the Aignish Farm Raiders. It stands proudly in remembrance of the people of Point (the local area) who fought an oppressive use of their land, potentially going to jail, which eventually forced reforms to Scottish law. **Eaglais na h-Aoidhe, St Columba’s Church** This is a chapel from the medieval period and is an Ancient Monument and Grade A building. St Catan, a contemporary of St Columba, founded the site in the 6th century. The site became the burial site for our families namesake, the MacLeods of Lewis.. ![Mini logo for Isle of Lewis Bus Tours in Summer to all the main attractions including Calanais Stones, Carloway Broch, Gearrannan Village and more](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture4.jpg "Picture4 - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Iolaire Memorial ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - SHORE AND SEA LOOP The Iolaire Monument is dedicated to those sailors who drowned on New Years Day 1919 must have experienced. So wild, so cold and so close to home. Sinking at the entrance of Stornoway harbour, on what should have been such a joyous day, 280 islanders, coming home from fighting on the Front, struck rocks meters from the shore, with 205 dying. You can see paintings of some of those soldiers at the Airport and at various locations around Stornoway. ![Mini logo for Isle of Lewis Bus Tours in Summer to all the main attractions including Calanais Stones, Carloway Broch, Gearrannan Village and more](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture3.jpg "Picture3 - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Memorial to the Great Wars ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - SHORE AND SEA LOOP The memorial is an 85ft tall granite tower dedicated to those men from the Island who never came home from the Great War and those who perished in the terrible 1919 sinking of HMY Iolaire – which is visited later in the tour. ![- See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picture3-1.jpg "- See it on Isle of Lewis Tours - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## The Blackhouse at Arnol ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - SHORE AND SEA LOOP This attraction offers what we call, the smell of the island. They have a peat burning fire in the middle of a dwelling house which was shared by family and animals alike. The smell of peat reminds us of our innocent childhoods playing in these areas. Take some time to check out the model 1920s house as well, as a sign of how living progressed on the island with the advent of sewerage and electricity. ![Arnol Blackhouse - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture2.jpg "Picture2 - Isle of Lewis Tours") ### ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS ## Ness Historical Museum ISLE OF LEWIS TOURS - SHORE AND SEA LOOP This museum, shop and cafe is dedicated to the local history of the area, which reflects the history of the island people as a whole. Two gallery spaces are dedicated to seasonal exhibitions throughout the year. ![Cross Historical Museum - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Picturem2.jpg "Cross Historical Museum - See it on Isle of Lewis Tours - Isle of Lewis Tours") --- ### [FAQ, About & Contact](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-about-contact/) **Published:** January 14, 2026 **Author:** admin@hebrideanservices.com **Content:** ## FAQ, About & Contact [FAQ](#faq) [About](https://hebrideanservices.com) ## FOR ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS If we haven't covered your question above then please feel free to drop us a line and we will do what we can to help. Name Email Address Message SUBMIT ## FAQ Reading through our list of FAQ should answer any questions you have, as we have compiled these from questions others have asked. The items in red are the most important question and answers to take notice of. ## TOP FAQ ##### What are the key things we need to adhere to? For a successful and safe tour your group and/or you must: - arrive at the designated pickup point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals may result in forfeiture of the booking without a refund. We depart from near the Bus Station - no where else. - adhere to [**safety briefing**](https://daylightwanderer.com/safety-briefing-v1/) and instructions provided by the tour guide or driver. - be responsible for your own safety, your group members safety as well as their personal belongings which must be limited to small personal items/bags only. - large luggage items, push chairs and large medical equipment are not conveyed and will not be permitted on the bus. ##### What is my ticket validity? Tickets are **only valid for the date and time booked** unless amended, via writing, by our office. All tickets must be booked in advance and are non-refundable 24 hours before the ticketed date and time. Please note that cruise ship tour guests are subject to the same terms and conditions and travel insurance should be purchased that covers missed port calls. ##### What is your cancellation policy? If **you** have to cancel you must do so via the online system you used to book, with any refund due pursuant to our Terms and Conditions. If we have to cancel for any reason e.g. extreme weather or failure of our vehicle or any tour operator or road closures then we will provide a full refund (excluding any third party transaction fees either on your part or ours). There are other instances that are considered a cancellation by you and they are outlined in our [Terms and Conditions](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/). All bookings, except Private Tour bookings, are refundable up to 24 hours prior to departure time, less any transaction fees from any party whether on your part our ours. **Private Tour guests (tours arranged separate to our daily scheduled tours):** Private Tours are refundable up until 3 days prior to the tour date. If you have booked a Private Tour and you were due to arrive by Cruise Ship into Stornoway Deep Water Port Terminal, or berthed at an outer berth, where their ship did not dock or berth, a 75% refund of your tour booking less the full deposit and any third party transaction fees will be offered. Evidence must be provided that your ship failed to berth or dock when a refund application is made, this can be made via email to accounts@hebrideanservices.com. ##### Where are the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies? You can find them right here: **[Terms & Conditions](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/)** **[Privacy Policy](https://hebrideanservices.com/privacy)** ##### Do you cater for disabilities? Sadly neither the vehicle, nor the locations visited, are currently suitable for wheelchair users and we hope one day to have enough reserves to upgrade our vehicle to address this. All other disabilities are welcome and please let us know if there are any special requirements and we will do our best to assist. Note we cannot accommodate large medical devices or any gas tanks. ##### What medical conditions may prevent my participation? Our tours are not wildly energetic! Mostly you need to be able to: - cope with uneven ground so please consider this if you are unstable on your feet - pregnant women should consider their own personal circumstances, - unfortunately, at this point in time, our tour bus cannot accommodate wheelchairs, gas tanks or other medical equipment. - be happy that you are comfortable with any motion sickness resulting from your travel in a minibus, - we supply of hot and cold liquids, the supply of biscuits and chocolate products, **some of which may contain nuts or other allergens.** ##### Drugs and alcohol policy We operate a **zero tolerance approach** to drug use and alcohol consumption. **You may not be intoxicated, even for medical reasons, on our tour.** You will be refused boarding if judged to be under the influence at the point of departure. Your tour will be terminated if you are discovered using drugs or alcohol on our tour either on-board or outside of the vehicle and we will be required to report any breach of the law to the local police. ##### Can I smoke cigarettes, vape or use an e-cigarette? No. You may not smoke, vape or use e-cigarettes on board the vehicle or in close proximity to it. If you wish to vape, use e-cigarettes or smoke outside of the tour vehicle, you must do so away from the other tour members, the driver and the tour operator. This may result in you being unable to participate or hear the tour for that time that you are smoking. If you do not comply with these rules the tour will be terminated. ##### Must I use a seatbelt? Yes. [The law requires you wear a seatbelt](https://www.gov.uk/seat-belts-law), and there are very few exceptions**, none of which apply to your tour.** **If you have a medical exemption from wearing a seatbelt you must carry the original, or a copy, of the authorisation so that, in the event of being stopped by the police, DVSA or Traffic Commissioner you are not endangering the Company or driver.** Both you, your driver and the tour operator could be subject to fine and penalty points if you are found violating this law. ## Pre-tourer FAQ ##### BLANK ##### How do I book? Great! We are excited you want to book on to our Tourer. The only way we accept bookings is online via this website or, for private tours, via email. We do not take phone bookings or bookings by postal mail. We cannot accept bookings on the day, or at the bus prior to departure. **[Click here to book](https://daylightwanderer.com/#booking)** ##### What can I use to pay? We only accept debit or credit cards. We do not accept cheque or direct bank transfer. ![](https://daylightwanderer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/stripe.png "- Isle of Lewis Tours") ##### Do I pay all upfront? Yes. We do not offer a deposit service. You should consult the cancellation **[terms and conditions](https://hebrideanservices.com/terms-conditions-of-dlw-tours/)** to confirm your rights in other circumstances. ##### How do the tours operate? Our tour is designed to get you around all of our key sights in 4 to 5 hours, and let you self-tour each of the sights that we stop at. We take you to the sights, and with our well informed, island based driver, help you maximise your visits but letting you view them at your own pace. You can always stay in the vehicle if you are unable to visit any of our sights. Please get in touch if you have any questions. ##### When do the tours operate? Tours operate all year, Tuesday to Saturday or outside of these times if there is a cruise ship in port. Start times vary. You should check our **[booking page](https://daylightwanderer.com/#booking)** to confirm if dates are available. If you are on a cruise ship be aware we return to the start point of our tour and you should be certain that there is sufficient time to return to your ship at the end of our tour. ##### Are all tours in English? At this time all our tours are given in English. ##### Can I take luggage with me? No. There is no room on our bus for luggage. You will be permitted to take one small bag or rucksack but we cannot accommodate larger backpacks, suitcases, push-chairs, strollers, walking aids or similar. ##### Do you offer refreshments on the tour? **We do not allow external food or drink on our tour** but we do provide a range of refreshments to keep you warm including: - Teas, coffee and decaf coffee - Hot chocolate - Bottled water - A range of cookies/biscuits **(some of these contain peanuts)** - Premium items for a small fee ##### Is there WiFi available on the tour? There is no WiFi available on the vehicle. Depending on your tour location there may be reasonable 4G/5G coverage across the tour. ##### Protecting our communities Our tours operate in areas which are close to the general population and in their every day environs. We firmly respect *their* right to be respected. We require that you respect their right to a peaceful, noise free, litter free, respectful use of their lands and we will provide guidance on how to achieve this during our safety briefings. [**Respecting our Communities Policy**](https://hebrideanservices.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-HSL-Respecting-our-Communities-Policy-v1.pdf) ##### Do you do collection and drop-off? We do not offer a pick-up or drop-off service. ##### Do I need travel insurance? Experience tells us that you should **DEFINITELY PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE** before your trip for our tourer service to cover all instances of failure of your trip and to cover you should anything happen whilst on your trip. For our cruise ship guests you should purchase insurance that covers a failure to dock at Stornoway as the same cancellation policy applies to all our tour guests. This can incude, but isn't limited to: - cancelled tours by you or us, - tours you were unable to attend due to weather, failed transport providers and/or other foreseeable and unforeseeable events, - medical cover, - financial loss, - the need to provide for extra over-night accommodation, - the need to provide for extra food provision for you and or entire booked party. ##### Can I bring food and drink with me? **We do not allow external food or drink on our tour** but we do provide a range of refreshments to keep you warm including: - A range of teas, including decaf - Coffee and decaf coffee - A range of soft drinks - A range of biscuits **(some of these contain peanuts)** ##### What happens if I am running late for the tour? Given the nature of our tours we cannot wait for anyone at the start, past the departure time, nor past the departure time at any stop. **If you are not at the departure point 15 minutes prior to departure, or you fail to return to the vehicle whilst on tour, our cancellation policy will apply and no refunds will be provided and you will have to make your own way back if the tour has started.** ##### Tell me about the bus... Our vehicle is a comfortable Ford minibus. There are **no toilets on board** and we do advise that the only opportunity for a comfort break will be at some of the sites we visit if they are operating. ##### Do you accept children? We accept children 3 years old to 16 years old. There must be at least 1 adult (17+ yrs) with up to two children. Our tour guide is [PVG cleared](https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme) and has completed [Safeguarding certification ](https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/safeguarding)for young and vulnerable groups. ##### Do you offer concession rates? We offer Adult and Child rates. Child rates cover 2 to 16 years old. Adult rates cover 17 years and up. 0 - 1 years travel free but are expected to travel in a parent or guardians arms. ##### Do you cater for disabilities? Neither the vehicle, nor the locations visited, are suitable for wheelchair users or those with large medical support equipment. Our goal is to save enough income to, one day, upgrade our vehicle to address this. All other disabilities are welcome and please let us know if there are any special requirements and we will do our best to assist. ##### Can I take my dog on tour? We love dogs, however, on our standard tours we do not allow any animals other than guide dogs for the blind and we hope other guests will support this stance. On our Private Bookings we do allow up to two dogs as this gives us plenty time to clean the minibus for future guests who may have allergies. ##### Where can I get answers to more questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us by [clicking here](https://daylightwanderer.com/faq-contact/). ## During & Post-tourer FAQ ##### BLANK ##### Can I take photos? We love when people take photos and we love it even more when people share their experiences and photos with us on FaceBook or Instagram. Use the hashtag #daylightwanderer so we can find your images! We assume that if you share them with us you are ok with us sharing them with the rest of the world via our social media and website. ##### Can I make a comment or complaint? Of course you can. Complaints always make us sad but we are always happy to address your concern. Simply email us at <admin@hebrideanservices.com> and we will be happy to help you with your concerns. We also enjoy a feedback when people have a great time. ##### Should I tip the driver? If you have had a good time it's never frowned upon but we do not expect tips at all so do not feel under any pressure. --- ### [Cookie Policy](https://daylightwanderer.com/cookie-policy/) **Published:** October 18, 2025 **Author:** admin@hebrideanservices.com **Content:** This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer a smoother and more efficient user experience. 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