The Shetland Islands 2027

SUMMARY

Dates: Sunday June 20th to Friday June 25th  6 days/5 nights

Guide:  Sarah de Rees, lives on Orkney and has hiked extensively on Orkney and the Shetlands.

Walking Grade: Goat 3 coastal hikes to explore the very best of the Shetland Islands. If you would like to join us and do lower walks we can arrange this with a 2nd guide so get in touch.

Max distance: 10 miles/16km

Maximum ascent: 450m the highest point on the Shetlands offering panoramic views of the islands.

Terrain: coastal paths, heather moorlands and some bogs 

Highlights:

• Huge cliffs home to seabird colonies
• Fascinating history and heritage
• A vibrant,beautiful island
• A feeling of remoteness and peace

Base: we base ourselves in two hotels to be in different areas and discover more of the island.

Glenorchy House, Lerwick – 3 nights 

 Balta Sound Hotel, Unst  – 2 nights 

Getting there: we will be travelling from Orkney with a mini bus on the overnight ferry from Kirkwall.You can join us or make your own way to Shetland. There is an airport at Sumburgh and Loganair flyers there. Or trains and a ferry Ferry Timetables

There is an electric bus service throughout Scotland which is a cheap,sustainable way to travel Ember buses

We will be at our hotel in Lerwick by 10am. Arrive by 12 noon if you can to make the most of our time on the island.

We can advise once we know where everyone is travelling from.

Departure:  Friday after breakfast leaving 10am. The mini bus will return to Orkney.

Price: £COMING SOONper person for this fully inclusive holiday:

• Bed and Breakfast in ensuite double room for solo occupancy
• Packed Lunches for your 4 walking days.
• All evening meals
• Minibus for walks to explore the island fully
• Experienced Guide throughout your holiday

If you can bring a friend/partner and share a room there is a discount of  per person . 

Not included:

• Travel to Shetland
• Drinks from the bar
• Additional activities not in the itinerary

DETAILS

Shetland is a remote, dramatic archipelago of over 100 islands (16 inhabited) located 150 miles north of mainland Scotland.  It is known for having a strong community spirit, rich wildlife, and dramatic landscapes.

Shetland was ruled by Norway until the 15th century. It has been called the bridge between Scotland and Scandinavia.

There is plenty of wildlife to see and the islands are known as a world-class  birdwatching destination. You may see the famous Shetland pony, puffins, Great Skua’s,Arctic Terns and a whole host of bird life.

We believe the best way to discover these magical isles is to pop on your hiking boots and get out there!

ITINERARY

The itinerary may change depending on the weather and at the discretion of your guide. You will be briefed each day about the hike for the next day. Weather is very changeable on islands and your guide will select the best hike for the weather.

You will be given a full itinerary after booking.