Duration
3.15 HOUR
Activity Level
Low
Experience Details*
The Isle of Lewis is the heartland of Gaelic culture with long-standing traditions and relics, where people’s lives are still dominated by traditional pursuits like crofting, fishing and weaving.Travel towards the striking west coast and the remains of Carloway Broch, dating back around 2000 years, it is one of the best preserved brochs in the Outer Hebrides. Afterwards, travel northwards to Arnol, with its remains of abandoned blackhouses. These were built as a combined byre, barn and home in the tradition of ancient long-house, where the poor lived together with their animals. Visit the Blackhouse Museum, which is a restored blackhouse. Step back in time and imagine what it would have been like to live within its thick walls and thatched roof, with its homely furnishings and burning peat fire.
At a glance*
Duration: Half-day guided tour
Activity: Low level of walking
Transport: By coach and on foot
Why Book? To step back in time and experience a true heartland of Gaelic culture.
Itinerary*
Drive to Carloway Broch > Visit Carloway Broch > Drive to Arnol Blackhouse > Visit Arnol Black House > Return to port
What's included*
Local guide
Visit Carloway Broch
Entrance into Blackhouse Museum
Panoramic guided tour
Photo opportunities
Essential information
This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility limitations due to the varied terrain. There is a gravel pathway to the visitor centre and to Broch. Sloped grassy path with rocks to access Carloway Broch which has low entry doorways into and inside Broch to rooms plus uneven stone steps. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket.