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Group sizeUp to 53 travelers
Overview
View the stunning scenery on the east coast as we travel to Sumburgh Head at the southern tip of the islands. There are many species of birds to see, including guillemots and kittiwakes.
Sumburgh Head is home to the oldest lighthouse in Shetland (built 1821). Take a look inside the engine room, interactive visitor centre and gift shop. Look out across ‘Da Roost’ where the Atlantic Ocean and North Sea meet, admire the spectacular panoramic views all around.
The journey back north showcases the west coast with views over Spiggie and Rerwick, where seals often sunbathe, and to St Ninians Isle with its stunning sand tombolo and rich Viking history. We then continue through picturesque villages as we make our way back to Lerwick.
What's included
Sumburgh Head
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hoswick Visitor Centre
Gratuities
All Food & Drink
What to expect
Clickimin Broch
10m
We start our tour in Lerwick with a photo stop opportunity
at the famous Clickimin Broch - a sophisticated type of
stone-built round house found only in Scotland.
Clickimin Broch has evidence of settlement spanning
over a thousand years
Hoswick Visitor Centre
30m · Admission ticket included
We pause at Hoswick Visitor Centre in Sandwick, the home of Shetland Knitwear, where there will be time to browse the gift shop, find out about the history & heritage from the many exhibits
and enjoy light refreshments at the Café. There are
several traditional knitwear shops close by displaying
beautiful, crafted items.
Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
1h · Admission ticket included
Sumburgh Head – the most southerly point of mainland Shetland – home to vast array of birdlife. Sumburgh Lighthouse is the oldest in Shetland, dating back to the 1820’s and designed by Robert Stevenson. There is also a Visitor Centre and Café plus spectacular views (note - visitor centre is closed on Tue/Wed outside of peak season)
St Ninian's Isle
10m
On the return to Lerwick, we have a photo stop to see
the stunning St Ninians Isle with its sand tombolo.
Viking treasure was found on St Ninian’s Isle in 1958
when a schoolboy unearthed the valuable hoard of silver
items
Mousa
5m
Another brief photo stop to view the impressive
Mousa Broch as we head north.
Please note - any time not accounted for is travel time between locations.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Layby bus stop opposite the Thule Bar
End point
Layby bus stop opposite the Thule Bar
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
Sumburgh Head involves a steep, paved climb
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
