Scotland: Shetland and its Outer Isles9th Aug 2025

From:£1,545
Summary
If you want to get away from it all, Shetland is the place to be. As close to Norway as it is to Scotland, Shetland is rugged and remote, with a raw natural beauty, a unique culture and wonderful wildlife. There are over a hundred islands here, only 16 of which are inhabited, each with its own individual character, and our tour offers the opportunity to visit four of them, providing a real taste of the diversity of this amazing archipelago, not to mention the simple pleasure of travelling by boats, both large and small, as the indomitable inhabitants of these islands have done for hundreds of years. We visit the little island of Mousa, whose Iron Age broch is the best-preserved example anywhere in the world, the Shetland Croft House Museum which gives an insight into a typical 19th century croft, while Jarlshof provides a unique archaeological time-capsule, spanning 3000 years of successive settlements. Finally we have a tour of the northernmost islands of Yell and Unst, a day of stunning seascapes and air so fresh it takes your breath away.
What to Expect
- Rich wildlife on the Island of Mousa
- 3000 years of archaeological history at Jarlshof
- Muness Castle – the most northerly castle in the British Isles
- The stunning sea cliffs of Noss
- Bobby’s bus shelter in Baltasound – surely the most famous in the world!

Departure Routes
Location | Pickup Time | Dropoff Time |
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To be advised | 00:00 | 00:00 |
Glasgow - Bus stop on North Hanover Street, opposite Queen Street Station | 08:45 | 14:15 |
Edinburgh - outside reception of the Delta by Marriott Hotel, Glasgow Road | 10:00 | 13:00 |
Dunfermline - Halbeath Park & Ride, Jct 3, M90 | 10:30 | 12:30 |
Kinross - Moto Services on M90 | 11:00 | 12:00 |
Perth - Broxden Park & Ride, A93 | 11:30 | 11:30 |
Dundee - Outside Discovery Point | 12:45 | 10:15 |
Forfar - Bus stop off the A90, near McDonalds | 13:15 | 09:45 |
Stonehaven - Market Square | 14:15 | 08:45 |
Aberdeen - Northlink Ferry Terminal, Jamiesons Quay | 15:00 | 08:00 |
** Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure. **
Day by Day Itinerary
We depart from our designated departure points and travel to Aberdeen where we will join the Serco Northlink ferry for the overnight sailing to Lerwick (departs 17.00hrs). Accommodation is provided in comfortable 2-berth cabins with en-suite facilities. Dinner is served on board in the evening.
Meals includedDinner
