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A private five-day circuit from Aberdeen to Orkney and Inverness that pairs Neolithic sites and wartime oddities with Highland history and a Loch Ness cruise. Expect overnight ferry travel, short coastal walks, and customizable pacing for your group.
A private five-day circuit from Aberdeen to Orkney and Inverness that pairs Neolithic sites and wartime oddities with Highland history and a Loch Ness cruise. Expect overnight ferry travel, short coastal walks, and customizable pacing for your group.
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Operated by Time Exposure Travel · Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
A damp North Sea wind lifts off Aberdeen Harbour as your minivan eases into the ferry queue. By evening you’re aboard the overnight crossing to Kirkwall, reclining in a sleeping pod while gulls wheel against the light. The next two days unfold across Orkney’s windswept rock and grass: Neolithic stone circles that predate written history, a village preserved under storm-battered earth, WWII chapels built from two navies’ makeshift hands.
easy.
5 days.
Suitable for travelers with general mobility; involves short walks on uneven ground and stairs at historic sites.
Yes—the itinerary includes a 6-hour overnight ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall; sleeping pods are reclining seats with blankets, USB ports and privacy masks (cabins may be available for upgrade).
Yes—this is a private tour and the guide will adjust stops and pacing to your group’s interests and mobility levels, subject to seasonal openings.
Some admissions (e.g., Maeshowe, Skara Brae, Loch Ness cruise) are included as listed; others like Dunrobin Castle gardens may incur extra fees—confirm at booking.
The tour is family-friendly with short walks, but many sites have uneven surfaces and steps; contact the operator about specific accessibility needs and infant seats are available.
Orkney’s human record stretches back over 5,000 years—Skara Brae and Maeshowe reveal well-preserved Neolithic domestic life, while later sites reflect Viking and wartime histories.
Island habitats are sensitive to foot traffic and nesting seasons—stick to paths, avoid cliff edges during breeding season, and follow local guidelines to protect archaeological sites.
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