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Shetland Islands

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Private Tours of Shetland

Private Tours of Shetland

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (12 reviews)
90%
10%
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$606
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Private Tours of Shetland
Summary

Discover Shetland your way with a private, tailor-made tour designed around your interests. Whether you want to visit Shetland’s best-known sights, explore hidden gems off the beaten track, or enjoy a mix of both, your tour can be shaped to suit you. From dramatic coastal scenery and outstanding wil...

Itinerary
  • Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement
  • St Ninian's Isle
  • Eshaness Cliffs
  • Mavis Grind
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Full-Day Private City Tour in Lerwick

Full-Day Private City Tour in Lerwick

6.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.93 (40 reviews)
91.53%
8.47%
amazingEXTREMELY KNOWLEDGABLEbest tour
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$477
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Full-Day Private City Tour in Lerwick
Summary

Lerwick is the main town and port of the Shetland Islands. On our first stop we will visit the incredible Clickimin Broch. After seeing this remarkable site, we will drive back to the centre and spend some time visiting some of the main attractions in this amazing village: Fort Charlotte- Hay´s Dock...

Inclusions
  • Professional local guide
  • Private tour.
  • We guarantee a full refund if you cancel this reservation 30 days prior to the arrival date
  • Port pick up and drop off
Itinerary
  • Clickimin Broch
  • Fort Charlotte
  • Lerwick
  • Scalloway
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Long walks are involved.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland

Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland

4.5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.92 (49 reviews)
96.68%
3.32%
fantasticamazing tourAbsolutely PERFECT experience
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$1,110
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Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland
Summary

Join us for a private guided tour to Shetland's scenic south Mainland. Departing Lerwick we visit the island's former capital, Scalloway, before heading to Sumburgh at the southern tip of the islands. Here we visit the prehistoric settlement of Jarlshof before concluding our tour with a visit to Sum...

Inclusions
  • Admission to Jarlshof
  • Services of our driver and a tour guide
  • Visit to Carol's Ponies
  • Admission to Sumburgh Head Lighthouse Exhibition
Itinerary
  • Scalloway
  • Scalloway
  • Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement
  • Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
  • Mousa Iron Age Broch
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Not recommended for travelers with walking dificulties
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The Puffin Express

The Puffin Express

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.8 (35 reviews)
80.49%
19.51%
Excellent experienceNice bus rideVery knowledgeable guide
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$52
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The Puffin Express
Summary

Join us on the Puffin Express, brand new for 2026, as we journey from Lerwick, Shetland's capital, to the very south of Mainland in search of Shetland's favourite birds. Every year, Puffins- or "Tammie Norries" as we call them- come ashore to breed after spending winter at sea. Loved for their blac...

Itinerary
  • Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
  • Spiggie Beach
  • St Ninian's Isle
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility/ walking difficulties
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From Lerwick: 4-Hour Shared Tour of Southernmost Shetland

From Lerwick: 4-Hour Shared Tour of Southernmost Shetland

4 hrs
4.79 (10 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$100
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From Lerwick: 4-Hour Shared Tour of Southernmost Shetland
Summary

Experience the best of Shetland's stunning scenery as you journey from Lerwick to the island's southernmost tip.

Lerwick: The Puffin Express - 3hr South Mainland Tour

Lerwick: The Puffin Express - 3hr South Mainland Tour

3 hrs
4.69 (137 reviews)
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$51
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Lerwick: The Puffin Express - 3hr South Mainland Tour
Summary

Join us on the Puffin Express, brand new for 2026, as we journey from Lerwick, Shetland's capital, to the very south of Mainland in search of Shetland's favourite birds.

Shetland Pony Express

Shetland Pony Express

2 hrsFree cancellation
4.57 (79 reviews)
85.36%
14.64%
Great tripexcellentreally enjoyed
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$34
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Shetland Pony Express
Summary

Make the most of your day in the beautiful Shetland Islands without breaking the bank! Hop aboard our Ponies Express and enjoy the views as we take you on a circular journey around Shetland's Central Mainland. Admire the views as we travel to Scalloway, the former capital of Shetland where you can...

Inclusions
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Carol's Ponies
Exclusions
  • Entrance to Scalloway Museum
Itinerary
  • Scalloway
  • Scalloway
  • Tingwall
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Bressay Explorer Crofting & Island Life Tour

Bressay Explorer Crofting & Island Life Tour

4 hrs
4.56 (18 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$129
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Bressay Explorer Crofting & Island Life Tour
Summary

The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join us as we take you off the beaten track, far away from the crowds.

Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

4 hrsFree cancellation
5 (9 reviews)
98.08%
1.92%
Best tour everHIGHLY recommendVery skilled
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$129
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Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour
Summary

The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join us as we cross Lerwick Harbour to the small island of Bressay (population c.350) where we're guided by an island resident who shows us the best of his island home. Exp...

Inclusions
  • Admission to Garth's Croft
  • Ferry Fares to Bressay
Itinerary
  • Lerwick
  • Bressay
  • GarthsCroftBressay
  • Bressay
  • Bressay Lighthouse
  • Bressay Church
  • Lerwick
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Explore Shetland Island on a Private Tour with a Local Guide

Explore Shetland Island on a Private Tour with a Local Guide

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (5 reviews)
100%
0%
Best tour guideCannot recommend highly enoughencyclopedic knowledge
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$404
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Explore Shetland Island on a Private Tour with a Local Guide
Summary

We offer small bespoke tours. Tell us what you want to do in Shetland - eg: knitwear, golf, wildlife, Jimmy Perez, fishing, etc - and we will produce a bespoke experience that will exceed your expectations. Discover the rich culture and stunning landscapes of Shetland with a local guide tailored to ...

Inclusions
  • A bespoke tour adaptable to your interests and that day's weather!
Itinerary
  • St Ninian's Isle
  • Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.