Private Full Day Historic Shetland Tour
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With some of the richest archaeological sites in the British Isles, Shetland is a history lovers' paradise. From prehistoric settlements to tales of the Viking-era and the dowry that gifted Shetland from Norway to Scotland, our Shetland history tour will take you on a journey through millennia as we travel the length and breadth of the Shetland Mainland.8 hours
Private Tour
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Admission to Scalloway Museum
Admission to Jarlshof
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Admission to Croft House Museum
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Fees : Surcharges on fuel. Fuel surcharge
Fees : Parking fees. Parking Fees
Admission to Tangwick Haa Museum
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Lerwick
Lerwick, United Kingdom*Please note, this itinerary is based on starting in Lerwick. If you choose a meeting point elsewhere in Shetland, the order of stops will be different, but all stops will be covered.
We start our exploration of Shetland's past in the islands' capital: Lerwick. Once a small fishing village built to service Dutch herring fleets, Lerwick is now the largest settlement and only town in Shetland.
We'll visit Fort Charlotte, built to protect the islands during the First Anglo-Dutch War in 1652/3.
Next, spend some time wandering through "the Lanes", a series of narrow passageways built between the 17th & 19th centuries which are now a conservation area. We'll conclude our Lerwick walk at the Town Hall with its impressive stained glass windows.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Clickimin Broch
South Road, , Lerwick, United KingdomSitting on a small promontory in Clickimin Loch, the 2000-year old Clickimin Broch is one of the best preserved Iron Age brochs in Scotland.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement
Sumburgh, United Kingdom, ZE3 9JNWe travel to the very southern tip of the Shetland Mainland to visit Jarlshof. An archaeological settlement dating from the Bronze Age, Jarlshof has been classed as one of the most remarkable sites ever excavated in the British Isles40 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Croft House Museum
Boddam, Dunrossness,, Dunrossness, Lerwick, United KingdomThe Crofthouse Museum is a traditional 19th century thatched crofthouse. The property is presented in the style of how it would have looked in the 1870s. Smell the peat fire, discover the box beds and try to set the traditional Shetland mouse trap. The crofthouse also has a lovely garden. Hear our knowledgeable custodians tell stories about how it would have been to live in a typical crofthouse and what families would have to have done to make a living from the land.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
Scalloway Castle
Castlehaven Castle Street, Scalloway, United Kingdom, ZE1 0TQTravelling on to Scalloway we see the ancient capital and its famous castle which was built around 1600 by Earl Patrick Stewart.
Note- this is a photo stop only. The castle is closed to the public.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Scalloway Museum
Castle Street, , Scalloway, United KingdomVisit the Scalloway museum which features displays on ancient Shetland and the Shetland Bus - which was a WW2 resistance movement where fishing boats operated a daring operation transporting troops and civilians across the sea between Shetland and German-occupied Norway from 1941-1945.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location7
Scalloway
Scalloway, United KingdomEither before or after we visit Scalloway Museum, we'll have some free time to explore Scalloway and get lunch from one of the local shops or cafes (lunch not included)30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Tangwick Haa Museum
Tangwick, , Brae, United Kingdom, ZE2 9RSTravelling to the far north of Shetland, through the dramatic Northmavine scenery (with photo stops en route), we arrive at Tangwick Haa. This fascinating museum is housed in a traditional bod built around 1690 and has an informative display on local life through the centuries.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We are able to pick up from any hotel, B&B or holiday rental in Mainland Shetland, all ferry terminals and cruise piers. If you don't see your chosen meeting point listed, please message us after booking.
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Additional time is for transportation/ travel time.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Robertson's Tours & HolidaysCreated on 04 Nov 2024Created on 04 Nov 2024
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