Overview
An amazing 5-day Private Guided Tour (your group only) from Edinburgh to Orkney and then Inverness. Your guide will pick you up in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh or Aberdeen depending on your drop off location. 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.
- Sleeping Pod on Aberdeen to Orkney Ferry
- Entrance to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn and Skara Brae Prehistoric Village.
- Loch Ness Cruise.
- Transport in Minivan and Guide.
- Meals and drinks other than stated.
- Accommodation - Please book 3 nights Kirkwall & 1 night Inverness. We offer a booking service.
- Dunrobin Castle - To enter castle and grounds pay at door. No pre booking.
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you up from your hotel / accommodation / Cruise Liner / Airport in Edinburgh.
What To Expect
Your location to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal after a Private Tour to fascinating Historical Sights.
3 Stops
Private Guided Tour of Orkney
1 Stop
Private Guided Tour of Orkney
1 Stop
Orkney to Inverness
4 Stops
Loch Ness Cruise and drop off in Edinburgh / Aberdeen
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-91620P31
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Pick up and drop off.
- Private Tour for your group only.
- 2 Ferry Crossings.
- Sleeping Pod on Aberdeen to Orkney Ferry.
- Entrance to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn and Skara Brae Prehistoric Village.
- Loch Ness Cruise.
- Transport in Minivan and Guide.
- Meals and drinks other than stated.
- Accommodation - Please book 3 nights Kirkwall & 1 night Inverness. We offer a booking service.
- Dunrobin Castle - To enter castle and grounds pay at door. No pre booking.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 5 Day Orkney & Inverness Private Tour from Edinburgh is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 5 Day Orkney & Inverness Private Tour from Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pick up and drop off.
- Private Tour for your group only.
- 2 Ferry Crossings.
- Sleeping Pod on Aberdeen to Orkney Ferry
- Entrance to Maeshowe Chambered Cairn and Skara Brae Prehistoric Village.
- Loch Ness Cruise.
- Transport in Minivan and Guide.
- Meals and drinks other than stated.
- Accommodation - Please book 3 nights Kirkwall & 1 night Inverness. We offer a booking service.
- Dunrobin Castle - To enter castle and grounds pay at door. No pre booking.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
