The Shetland Isles are located as close to Norway as to Aberdeen, and nowhere in Scotland is more than three miles from the sea! This archipelago consists of approximately 100 islands, 16 of which are inhabited. It’s natural, rugged beauty and magnificent coastlines make it a joy for us to tour during our stay, taking in many of the hightlights, including the best
known archaeological site in Shetland, Jarlshof Prehistoric & Norse Settlement, dramatically located on a headland overlooking the West Voe of Sumburgh. The bustling capital of Lerwick, situated on the east coast of the Mainland, overlooking the island of Bressay to the east, dates back to the 17th century, established as an unofficial market town to
service the Dutch herring fleets. Mousa Broch is a preserved round tower and it is the tallest Broch still standing, Scalloway Castle the home of the infamous ‘Black Patie’, known for his oppression of the Shetland people. Unst, the most northerly of the British Isles, while across the Bluemull Sound lies Yell, famous for its birdlife and dramatic, rugged wilderness. Muckle Flugga Lighthouse sits on a rocky island offshore from the far north of Unst. Eshaness Cliffs are a must-see and they are also Shetland's volcanic coast with fantastic geology. We travel to and from the Shetland Isles on board the Northlink ferry, with overnight cabins on a half board basis, with two nights at the Shetland Hotel in Lerwick, on a
half board basis and we have one overnight hotel, on a half board basis on our outward journey. During the tours on Shetland, light snacks, some lunches and all admissions listed will be included.
Staying at:
An overnight Hotel (1 x night) is situated en route to Aberdeen. Our stay is on a half board basis.
Northlink Ferry (2 x nights, outward & return) Cabins with en suite facilities & our crossings are on a half board basis.
Shetland Hotel, Lerwick (2 x nights) is situated close to the ferry terminal. All of the guestrooms are en suite and offer all of the usual refinements. Our stay is on a half board basis.