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Travel to the edge of Europe and Scotland's most northerly islands, the Shetland Islands on this short week adventure holiday. Enjoy stunning coastal scenery and wildlife spotting. Setting off by overnight ferry from Aberdeen, reach Lerwick in the morning for a guided walk and free time. Visit the Shetland Museum with its engaging interactive exhibits before joining in for a hike through stunning coastal scenery to Sumburgh Head lighthouse, learning about the area's history along the way. We visit Muckle Flugga, the United Kingdom's most northerly point, and hope to spot puffins along the way. Our last day sees us on an an easy coastal hike at Eshaness admiring towering waves, spectacular sea cliffs, and learning more about the interesting history of the isles. Your trip to the top of Scotland ends with another overnight ferry to Aberdeen.
Travel to the edge of Europe and Scotland's most northerly islands, the Shetland Islands on this short week adventure holiday. Enjoy stunning coastal scenery and wildlife spotting. Setting off by overnight ferry from Aberdeen, reach Lerwick in the morning for a guided walk and free time. Visit the Shetland Museum with its engaging interactive exhibits before joining in for a hike through stunning coastal scenery to Sumburgh Head lighthouse, learning about the area's history along the way. We visit Muckle Flugga, the United Kingdom's most northerly point, and hope to spot puffins along the way. Our last day sees us on an an easy coastal hike at Eshaness admiring towering waves, spectacular sea cliffs, and learning more about the interesting history of the isles. Your trip to the top of Scotland ends with another overnight ferry to Aberdeen.
United Kingdom, Scotland

Scotland - Explore the Shetland Islands

Small Group Holiday

6

CA$

days from

2450

Travel to the edge of Europe and Scotland's most northerly islands, the Shetland Islands on this short week adventure holiday. Enjoy stunning coastal scenery and wildlife spotting.
Setting off by overnight ferry from Aberdeen, reach Lerwick in the morning for a guided walk and free time. Visit the Shetland Museum with its engaging interactive exhibits before joining in for a hike through stunning coastal scenery to Sumburgh Head lighthouse, learning about the area's history along the way.
We visit Muckle Flugga, the United Kingdom's most northerly point, and hope to spot puffins along the way.
Our last day sees us on an an easy coastal hike at Eshaness admiring towering waves, spectacular sea cliffs, and learning more about the interesting history of the isles.
Your trip to the top of Scotland ends with another overnight ferry to Aberdeen.

Activity / Theme

Country

Culture, hiking

United Kingdom, Scotland

Comfort Level

Physical Rating

Moderate

Leisurely / Moderate

Transportation

Accommodation

Walking, Private vehicle, Overnight ferry

Hotel (3 nights), Overnight Ferry (2 nights)

Months of Operation

April, May, June, July, August, September

Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:

The best time to visit the Shetlands is the summer, from June to August but do come prepared for rain

Itinerary

DAY 1 Join in Aberdeen, overnight ferry to Lerwick
DAY 2 Lerwick walking tour and free time
DAY 3 Shetland Museum, walk Jarlshof to Sumburgh Head
DAY 4 Visit Muckle Flugga
DAY 5 Coastal hike at Eshaness, overnight ferry to Aberdeen
DAY 6 Tour ends in Aberdeen

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Inclusions

3 breakfasts
Transportation
Accommodation
Lerwick Walking Tour
Shetland Museum Tour
Jarlshof and Sumburgh Head Hike
Muckle Flugga Trip
Eshaness Coastal Hike

Sample tour.  Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice.  Please inquire.

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