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Scalloway & Shetland Ponies Private Shore Tour

By taxiGo DMC
Price is AU$519 per adult
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Features

  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Explore the charming town of Lerwick and the scenic village of Scalloway on this private shore tour, where history, culture, and nature come together. Visit the famous Shetland Ponies at Carol’s Ponies, discover the local history at Scalloway Museum, and enjoy breathtaking viewpoints along the way. Your knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating stories about Shetland’s past, including its WWII history, Norse heritage, and maritime traditions.

Activity location

  • Lerwick Port Authority
    • 7 Harrison Square
    • ZE1 0LL, Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lerwick Port Authority
    • 7 Harrison Square
    • ZE1 0LL, Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Private Tour for 1 passenger

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Lerwick Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,074.03 x 1 AdultAU$2,074.03
Total
Price is AU$2,074.03

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    All entry fees
  • Inclusions
    Private transport
  • Inclusions
    Private transport up to 4 persons
  • Inclusions
    Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    English-speaking guide
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses & optional activities
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Lerwick Port Authority

  • 15m
Meet your guide and start with a brief introduction to Lerwick, Shetland’s capital town, before heading west.

Scalloway

  • 20m
Enjoy a panoramic stop at a scenic viewpoint overlooking Scalloway, capturing the beauty of the town and surrounding landscapes.

Carol's Ponies

  • 1h
Visit Carol’s Ponies, where you’ll meet the adorable Shetland Ponies. Learn about this native breed from Carol, and take the opportunity to pet and photograph these friendly ponies.

Scalloway Museum

  • 1h
Explore Scalloway Museum, which focuses on Shetland’s rich history, including WWII, geology, and local knitwear. Discover the storey of ‘The Shetland Bus,’ a secret WWII operation, and enjoy views of Scalloway Castle, built in 1599. Take time to browse the exhibits and enjoy the museum’s gift shop.

Shetland Bus Memorial

  • 20m
Make a stop at the Shetland Bus Memorial on the waterfront, commemorating the brave operations that took place during WWII.

Tingwall

  • 1h 20m
Cornerstone Restaurant (1 hour) Enjoy a delicious lunch at the friendly Cornerstone restaurant in Scalloway, known for its warm atmosphere and tasty menu. Tingwall Valley (20 min) After lunch, drive through the scenic Tingwall valley, learning about its Norse heritage. Stop at a panoramic viewpoint offering stunning views over uninhabited islands in the Atlantic Ocean.

Lerwick Port Authority

  • 45m
After a leisurely drive, return to Lerwick port, concluding your tour with plenty of memories from this historic and scenic adventure.

Location

Activity location

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    Lerwick Port Authority
    • 7 Harrison Square
    • ZE1 0LL, Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Lerwick Port Authority
    • 7 Harrison Square
    • ZE1 0LL, Lerwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

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