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From Edinburgh: 6-Day Shetland & Northernmost Explorer Tour

By Chien-Yuen Ltd
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,003 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore Neolithic ruins, Experience Millennia-Old Coastlines and Cliffs
  • Seeking Adorable Puffins and more wildlife animals
  • Find Britain's northernmost lighthouse, post office, fish and chip restaurant
  • Enjoy St. Ninian's Ayre Beach, Immerse in Viking History and Culture
  • Visit the majestic 14th-Century Dunnottar Castle

Activity location

    • Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Northernmost Point Muckle Flugga Lighthouse

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 5,002.94 x 1 AdultP 5,002.94
Total
Price is P 5,002.94

6-Day Shetland Explorer -- Without Accommodation

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 91,720.50 x 1 AdultP 91,720.50
Total
Price is P 91,720.50

6-Day Shetland Explorer -- Twin/Double Room

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English

The double or twin room with your preference. （This room type is specifically designed for two guests. Booking this room alone implies that you are willing to share a room with another person. Thank you for your understanding.）

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 125,073.41 x 2 AdultsP 250,146.82
Total
Price is P 250,146.82

6-Day Shetland Explorer -- Single Bed

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English

This is for customers who prefer a single room( each room can only host one person )

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 158,009.41 x 1 AdultP 158,009.41
Total
Price is P 158,009.41

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    1. Transportation in a comfortable, modern, air-conditioned vehicle (5–9 seats, depending on group size)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    2. Driver/Guide service
  • What's includedWhat's included
    3. Ferry tickets included, with 2 nights in a ferry cabin or pod (subject to availability)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    4. 4 nights’ accommodation with breakfast (if option selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Attraction tickets (optional, approx. £6 per person, payable on-site if required)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Baby carriages, Baby strollers, Bare feet, Bikes, Climbing, Diving, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Feeding animals, Firework, Fishing, Flashlight, Glass objects, Insect repellent, Intoxication, Making fire, Making noise, Nudity, Pets, Pets (assistance dogs allowed), Riding the animals, Smoking, Smoking in the vehicle, Smoking indoors, Strong fragrances, Vaping, Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 7 years, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Shetland Islands may be the UK’s last truly untamed frontier—remote, dramatic, and rich in Viking heritage. This 6-day journey from Edinburgh takes you to the very edge of Britain, where wild landscapes, ancient history, and unforgettable wildlife await.

Day 1: From Edinburgh to the Open Sea

Your journey begins in Edinburgh, heading north past the iconic Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, catch a glimpse of Arbroath Abbey, forever linked to Scotland’s Declaration of Independence in 1320. By evening, arrive in Aberdeen and board your overnight ferry to the Shetland Islands.

Day 2: Lerwick & Ancient Origins

Arrive in Lerwick, Shetland’s charming capital, where centuries-old stone buildings and local traditions bring the islands to life. Discover the art of traditional Shetland knitting before stepping back in time at a remarkable prehistoric settlement dating back thousands of years. Visit the historic Sumburgh Lighthouse and end your day by the coast, where seals are often spotted resting on the shore.

Day 3: Wild Coastlines & Natural Wonders

Walk along the stunning tombolo of St Ninian’s Isle, where golden sands connect land and sea in a truly unique landscape. Continue to the dramatic cliffs of Eshaness, shaped by powerful Atlantic waves over millennia—one of Shetland’s most breathtaking coastal scenes.

Day 4: The Edge of Britain & Viking Legacy

Travel to Unst, the northernmost inhabited island in the UK. Here, at the edge of the Hermaness Nature Reserve, witness towering cliffs, seabird colonies, and—between April and July—puffins nesting along the coast. Explore the island’s deep Viking heritage, including ancient longhouse remains, and visit the famously remote “last bus stop,” a touching symbol of island life.

Day 5: Ponies, Wildlife & Return Voyage

Meet the iconic Shetland ponies, perfectly adapted to this rugged environment. Enjoy a coastal walk through wild headlands and beaches rich in birdlife, including Arctic skuas and terns. In the evening, board your ferry back to Aberdeen.

Day 6: Castles & Coastal Legends

After disembarking, visit the spectacular Dunnottar Castle, perched dramatically above the North Sea. Continue to St Andrews, the historic home of golf and one of Scotland’s most iconic towns, before returning to Edinburgh—bringing your journey full circle.

Location

Activity location

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    • Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom