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5 Day Orkney and Inverness Private Tour from Aberdeen

New120 hBy Time Exposure Travel
St Magnus Cathedral Orkney

About this activity

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.

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.

Not included

  • ✕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.

Good to know

  • 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

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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