5 Day Orkney and Inverness Private Tour from Aberdeen
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5 days
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An amazing 5-day Private Guided Tour (your group only) from Aberdeen to Orkney and then Inverness.
Your guide will pick up in Aberdeen and take you on a fascinating historical tour on route to the Ferry Terminal in Aberdeen. The route will depend on your pickup location.
We spend two days in Orkney exploring the amazing historical sites. The tour is private and will be set to your own pace.
On Day 4 we return to the Scottish Mainland via a short Ferry Journey and on route to Inverness, we will visit Dunrobin Castle and the Culloden Battlefield.
Day 5 we start the day with a Loch Ness cruise which includes Urquhart Castle and a hunt for Nessie. We then head to Aberdeen for drop off.
This is a private tour for your group only and route/itinerary can be changed to suit.
Attractions may be subject to seasonal opening, contact us for details.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Your location to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal after a Private Tour to fascinating Historical Sights.
Aberdeen
Private Historical Tour around Aberdeenshire on route to the Ferry Terminal. We pick you up in the morning from your accommodation in Aberdeen. We have a fascinating tour on route to the Ferry Terminal at Aberdeen Harbour for our 5pm sailing to Orkney. Depending on your accommodation location attractions may include Balmoral Castle, the iconic Dunnottar and Crathes Castles. We will stop somewhere nice for lunch. Our tours are private so you can choose your own itinerary. Attractions may be subject to seasonal opening, contact us for details.
Aberdeen Harbour
We take our 6-hour Ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, Orkney. Included in the price are The Sleeping Pods (large adjustable reclining seats with USB socket, blanket, pillow and mask). Subject to availability. The ship has full lounge/restaurant facilities and shopping areas. Upgrades to a Private Cabin are available. Please contact us for details.
Kirkwall
We arrive at 11pm and drop you off at your Kirkwall Hotel for check in.
Private Guided Tour of Orkney
Orkney Islands
On Day Two and Day Three we explore Orkney. Sites we visit include The Italian Chapel, The Churchill Barriers, The Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, Maes Howe and St Magnus Cathedral. The tour is private you can set your own pace, and we will stop somewhere nice for lunch.
Private Guided Tour of Orkney
Orkney Islands
On Day Two and Day Three we explore Orkney. Sites we visit include The Italian Chapel, The Churchill Barriers, The Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, Maes Howe and St Magnus Cathedral. The tour is private you can set your own pace, and we will stop somewhere nice for lunch.
Orkney to Inverness
St. Margaret's Hope
We leave Orkney for the mainland via a short ferry journey, and start our journey to Inverness.
An amazing and stunning stately home, which is the seat of the Earl of Sutherland and overlooks Golspie Bay. £15pp to enter gardens and museum.
Culloden Battlefield
The famous site of the final battle during the last Jacobite Rebellion in 1746. The battlefield is free to see and to enter the interactive visitors centre and museum is £15pp.
Inverness
Drop off at your Inverness Hotel
Loch Ness Cruise and Drop off in Aberdeen
Amazing 2 hour cruise of Loch Ness which includes a visit to Urquhart Castle and some monster hunting.
Aberdeenshire
Drop off in Aberdeen and we stop for lunch on route.
Options
Aberdeen Orkney Inverness Private Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Pick up and drop off.
Private Tour for your group only.
2 Ferry Crossings.
Transport in Minivan and Guide.
Sleeping Pod on Aberdeen to Orkney Ferry
Entrance to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn and Skara Brae Prehistoric Village.
Loch Ness Cruise.
Meals and drinks other than stated.
Accommodation. Please book 3 nights in Kirkwall & 1 night in Inverness. We offer a booking service.
Dunrobin Castle & Gardens - Pay at door to enter castle and gardens. No pre booking.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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