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4 Hours Rugged Northern Exposure Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

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4 Hours Rugged Northern Exposure Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

About this activity

Join us for a private guided tour to Shetland's rugged & dramatic North Mainland.

Explore Northmavine's history at Tangwick Haa Museum, admire the spectacular Eshaness Cliffs and visit the pretty village of Hillswick.

Along the way we will see the finest scenery Shetland has to offer, it is truly breath-taking.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Robertson's Tours & Holidays

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Parking Fees
  • Included: Admission to Tangwick Haa Museum

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Mavis Grind

    Passing by

    Travel time from Lerwick- 40 minutes

    Pass Mavis Grind, a narrow isthmus which joins the Northmavine Peninsula to Shetland Mainland.

    To your left, you'll see the Atlantic Ocean and to your right, the North Sea.

    It is said to be the only place in the UK where you could throw a stone from the Atlantic into the North Sea.

  2. Hillswick

    15 min

    Travel time from Mavis Grind - 15 minutes

    We make a short comfort stop in Hillswick with time to take some photos and visit the village shop.

  3. Tangwick Haa Museum

    30 min Admission included

    Travel time from Hillswick - 15 minutes

    Enjoy an included visit to the small Tangwick Haa museum.

    Here, learn about the history of Northmavine.

    The museum showcases different aspects of life in Northmavine through the years are illustrated by using a mixture of artefacts and photographs.

  4. Eshaness Cliffs

    20 min

    Travel time from Tangwick - 10 minutes

    A must-see when in Shetland, the cliff scenery at Eshaness is truly spectacular with great walks along the coast. Eshaness is also Shetland's volcanic coast with fantastic geology.

  5. Stop 5

    30 min

    Travel time from Eshaness - 10 minutes

    Pause for refreshments at Braewick Café to enjoy whilst admiring the stunning seascape below.

    Guests are responsible for purchasing their own refreshments. This stop can be removed at the customer's request.

    Travel time to Lerwick - 1 hour

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Grand Hotel Lerwick
  • Glen Orchy Guest House
  • The Lerwick Hotel
  • The Queens Hotel

We will collect you from your chosen hotel or pier if arriving by cruise ship.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • The total duration includes the travel time

Options

  • 16 seater

    Transit

    Pickup included

  • Rugged Northern Exposure -4 hour Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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