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A lighthouse through a natural rock arch over water. 2
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Shetland: Private Tour with a Local Guide

By Valhalla Tours (Shetland)
Free cancellation available
Price is $536 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Explore Shetland at your own pace with a private, customizable tour
  • Discover the islands' best-known sights and hidden gems off the beaten path
  • Enjoy the flexibility of a tour designed around your interests and schedule
  • See dramatic coastal scenery, outstanding wildlife, and ancient sites
  • Learn about local history, culture, and island life from your local guide

Activity location

    • Lerwick
    • Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Lerwick
    • Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Check availability

Valid for 5 Hours, Shetland: Private Tour with a Local Guide in English

  • Earn $16.08
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$535.93 x 1 Traveler$535.93
Total
Price is $535.93

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private, tailor-made tour of Shetland
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Flexible booking by the hour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Shetland’s best-known sights
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Exploration of hidden gems off the beaten track
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dramatic coastal scenery
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Outstanding wildlife
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ancient prehistoric sites
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local history and culture
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Island life experience
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry Fee's
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and snacks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Ferries onto other islands

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Firework, Food, Food in the vehicle, Intoxication, Pets, Red wine, Smoking in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 3 years, People over 331 lbs (150 kg), People over 95 years, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Discover Shetland your way on a private bespoke mini tour designed for travellers with limited time. This experience offers a clear, structured itinerary while still allowing room for personal interests and flexibility.

Your local guide will take you through Shetland’s dramatic landscapes, historic sites, and coastal viewpoints. The standard itinerary includes visits to key landmarks such as Sumburgh head lighthouse, St Ninians Isle, Scalloway Castle, Tingwall Valley, Eshaness Cliffs and lighthouse and scenic coastal areas, with opportunities to spot wildlife and learn about island culture. If you prefer, the route can be adapted to focus on photography, history, nature, or hidden local spots.

This tour is ideal for cruise passengers, business travellers, or anyone wanting a high‑quality introduction to Shetland in a short timeframe. Pickup and drop‑off are included, and all costs are covered in the tour price.

Highlights
Private guided mini tour of Shetland tailored to your interests
Visit Sumburgh head lighthouse, St Ninians Isle, Scalloway Castle, Tingwall Valley,Eshaness Cliffs and stunning coastal viewpoints
Learn about Shetland’s history, wildlife, and island culture from a local guide
Flexible itinerary with options to customise stops and timings
Ideal for cruise passengers or travellers short on time
Includes pickup and drop‑off anywhere in the Lerwick area

Total duration: approx. 5 hours
(You can adjust this if your tour is shorter or longer.)

Pickup from your chosen location (0 min)
Meet your guide and discuss any preferences for the tour.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse (60 minutes)
Explore the lighthouse, seabird colonies, and panoramic coastal views. Seasonal chance to see puffins.

St Ninian’s Isle (45 minutes)
Walk across the famous sand tombolo and learn about the island’s archaeological discoveries.

Travel to the North Mainland (30 minutes)
Scenic drive through Shetland’s central landscapes.

Eshaness Cliffs & Lighthouse (60 minutes)
Experience some of the most dramatic volcanic cliffs in the North Atlantic.

Optional Custom Stop (20 minutes)
Choose from: Scalloway Castle, Tingwall Valley, local craft shops, additional viewpoints, or wildlife stops.

Return to Lerwick / Drop‑off (10 minutes)
Your guide returns you to your preferred location.

Location

Activity location

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    • Lerwick
    • Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Lerwick
    • Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom