Scotland's Shetland Islands
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
BWSL
Start City:
Aberdeen
End City:
Aberdeen
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
6 days
Age Requirement:
15+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
12
Physical Rating:
2 - Classic
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Sunday, May 19, 2024 | Friday, May 24, 2024 | $2,285 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Jun 09, 2024 | Friday, Jun 14, 2024 | $2,185 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Jun 23, 2024 | Friday, Jun 28, 2024 | $2,160 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Jul 14, 2024 | Friday, Jul 19, 2024 | $2,225 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Jul 21, 2024 | Friday, Jul 26, 2024 | $2,160 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Aug 04, 2024 | Friday, Aug 09, 2024 | $2,205 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Aug 11, 2024 | Friday, Aug 16, 2024 | $2,160 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Aug 18, 2024 | Friday, Aug 23, 2024 | $2,080 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Aug 25, 2024 | Friday, Aug 30, 2024 | $2,100 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Sep 08, 2024 | Friday, Sep 13, 2024 | $2,225 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 | Friday, May 02, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, May 11, 2025 | Friday, May 16, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, May 18, 2025 | Friday, May 23, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Jun 08, 2025 | Friday, Jun 13, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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| Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 | Friday, Sep 05, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 | Friday, Sep 19, 2025 | $2,265 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Discover the many charms of the Shetland Islands on a small group tour featuring dramatic coastlines, towering sea cliffs, wildlife spotting and history galore. Lerwick is a charming town that plays host to the Shetland Museum, filled with historic buildings and offering a unique and captivating Scottish experience that will leave a lasting impression. Private minibus adventures will take you to the rugged landscapes of Eshaness and Muckle Flugga, the most northerly inhabited point in the United Kingdom to spot local wildlife like puffins, seals and otters. Add in a quaint town of warm-hearted locals and atmospheric pubs to enjoy at the end of each day and this trip has it all. Come and experience the magic of the Northern Scottish Isles.
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Day 1
Aberdeen to LerwickWelcome to Aberdeen! Meet your leader and the rest of your group in the late afternoon at Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, a designated space where passengers can wait comfortably and grab some refreshments or a light meal before boarding the overnight ferry to Lerwick in Shetland. On the overnight ferry you will have a designated comfortable ‘sleeping pod’ that reclines 70 degrees to help you get a good night’s rest before your Shetland Island adventure begins tomorrow.
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Day 2
LerwickAfter you disembark the ferry at around 8 am, you’ll jump in a taxi to the guest house, where you can drop off your luggage before taking a walking tour of Lerwick, Shetland’s main town. This afternoon is yours to discover Lerwick your way, perhaps by raising a glass at the Lerwick Brewery, spotting local wildlife on a boat tour, or taking a stroll along the waterfront. Tonight, you may like to have dinner at one of Lerwick’s cosy pubs.
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Day 3
SumburghAfter breakfast this morning, you’ll go on a short walk to the Shetland Museum, where your guide will take you for a tour that celebrates the local history through engaging interactive exhibits and world renowned collections of historic artifacts and documents. You might like to grab a bite to eat here before catching the public bus to Sumburgh for a hike to Jarlshof and Sumburgh Head. Enjoy stunning coastal views as you take in the prehistoric sites of Jarlshof, then walk to the Sumburgh Head lighthouse where you’ll learn about the area’s history, from the early Iron Age settlers to the lighthouse keepers who kept sailors safe from harm. After your return to Lerwick in the late afternoon, you might want to grab dinner at a local restaurant.
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Day 4
Muckle FluggaAfter breakfast, you’ll take a trip to Hermaness Nature Reserve and Muckle Flugga, home to the Muckle Flugga Lighthouse and the most northerly inhabited island in the United Kingdom. Perched on jagged rocks rising out of the sea just off the coast of Unst, the lighthouse was built to protect British ships heading into battle during the Crimean War and was originally tended to by three lighthouse keepers. Getting there can be a bit of an adventure, so today, your group will have a private minibus. Keep an eye out for puffins and other seabird colonies along the cliffs, as you take in the wild beauty of this remote location. On your return to Lerwick, you may like to head out with your group for one final evening meal in a cosy Shetland pub.
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Day 5
EshnessToday, travel via private minibus to Eshaness for an enjoyable coastal hike. Eshaness has it all – crashing waves, dramatic sea cliffs and history galore. While you’re enjoying the scenic views, keep an eye out for the seabirds, seals and otters that call this area home. You’ll then return to Lerwick mid-afternoon in time to catch the overnight ferry back to Aberdeen. Once again, you’ll be able to enjoy some rest and relaxation in your designated reclining ‘sleeping pod’.
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Day 6
Lerwick to AberdeenOn your arrival in Aberdeen at approximately 7am, your Shetland Islands adventure will come to an end. If you would like to spend some time in Aberdeen, we will be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
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- Lerwick - Leader led Walking Tour
- Lerwick - Shetland Museum Tour
- Sumburgh - Jarlshof and Sumburgh Head Hike
- Shetland - Hermaness Nature Reserve and Muckle Flugga private trip
- Lerwick - Overnight Ferry Lerwick to Aberdeen
- Eshaness - Coastal Hike
Meals
3 Breakfast(s) Included
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Our tour guide was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, fun, energetic, and made our week run very smoothly. The trip itself was fantastic! We saw a lot and the islands are absolutely beautiful. Great food, great new friends made on the tour, and would absolutely book with Intrepid again.
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The trip was both both educational and exciting. I very much enjoyed the sights and culture.
The itinerary was just as I expected! The guide was very good as were the accomodations
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Taiwan people very friendly. Accommodation were centrally located and easily accessible. Did extra activities then in brochure which was greatly.
Larus our tour guide did an excellent job and was very attentive to our needs. He is very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor.
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