Journey to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal following a Private Tour of Captivating Historical Sites.

Edinburgh - Day 1 - Private Historical Tour en route to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal.

Guests are collected in the morning from their accommodation in Edinburgh or Aberdeen. A captivating tour is provided on the way to the Ferry Terminal at Aberdeen Harbour for the 5pm departure to Orkney.

Depending on the location of the accommodation, attractions may include Scone Palace, Glamis Castle, Balmoral Castle, and the iconic Dunnottar and Crathes Castles.

A pleasant stop for lunch is included.

Tours are private, allowing guests to customize their itinerary.

Attractions may have seasonal openings; please contact us for more information.

Aberdeen Harbour - Embark on a 6-hour ferry journey from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, Orkney.

The price includes Sleeping Pods, which feature large adjustable reclining seats with a USB socket, blanket, pillow, and mask, subject to availability.

The ship offers full lounge/restaurant facilities and shopping areas.

Upgrades to a Private Cabin are available. Please contact us for more information.

Kirkwall - Arrival at 11pm with drop-off at the Kirkwall Hotel for check-in.

Private Guided Tour of Orkney

Orkney Islands - On Day Two and Day Three, explore Orkney.

Sites visited 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, allowing guests to set their own pace, with a stop for a pleasant lunch.

Orkney to Inverness

Dunrobin Castle & Gardens - A magnificent and stunning stately home, the seat of the Earl of Sutherland, overlooking Golspie Bay. An additional fee per person is required to enter the gardens and museum.

Culloden Battlefield - The renowned site of the final battle of the last Jacobite Rebellion in 1746. The battlefield is free to visit, while the interactive visitors center and museum require an additional fee.

Inverness - Drop-off at the Inverness Hotel.

Loch Ness Cruise and Drop-off in Edinburgh / Aberdeen

Loch Ness by Jacobite - Dochgarroch Lock - Enjoy a remarkable 2-hour cruise of Loch Ness, including a visit to Urquhart Castle and some monster hunting.

Edinburgh - Drop-off in Edinburgh or Aberdeen with a stop for lunch en route.

Aberdeenshire - Drop-off in Aberdeen or Edinburgh with a stop for lunch en route.

• Pick up and drop off
• Private Tour for your group only
• 2 Ferry Crossings
• Transport in Minivan and Guide
• Many castles/attractions are free to see from outside but may charge for internal tours
• Sleeping Pod on Aberdeen to Orkney Ferry
• Loch Ness Cruise

• Internal Castle / Attraction Tours unless stated.
• Meals and drinks other than stated.
• Accommodation - Please book 3 nights Kirkwall & 1 night Inverness. We offer a booking service.
• To enter the interactive visitors centre and museum is £15 per person.
• Option to upgrade to a cabin on the Aberdeen Orkney Ferry. Please contact us.

Experience an incredible 5-day Private Guided Tour exclusively for your group, journeying from Edinburgh to Orkney and then Inverness. Your guide will meet you in Edinburgh and lead you on an intriguing historical tour en route to the Ferry Terminal in Aberdeen, with the path tailored to your pickup location. Spend two days in Orkney, discovering its remarkable historical sites. This private tour is designed to match your preferred pace.

On Day 4, return to the Scottish Mainland with a brief Ferry Journey, and visit Dunrobin Castle and the Culloden Battlefield on the way to Inverness. Day 5 begins with a Loch Ness cruise, featuring Urquhart Castle and a search for Nessie. The tour concludes with a return to either Edinburgh or Aberdeen, based on your drop-off preference. This exclusive tour is customizable to your group’s needs, and the route or itinerary can be adjusted accordingly. Please note that attractions may have seasonal openings; contact us for more information.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.