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The Top 10 Shetland Islands Tours and Activities 2026

Shetland Islands, United Kingdom

The Cool Shore Excursions Top 10 Shetland Islands list brings together the best tours, activities, and things to do in the area. Each one has been traveler-tested by people like you and handpicked to deliver the most fun for the best prices in Shetland Islands.

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Private Full Day Historic Shetland Tour

With some of the richest archaeological sites in the British Isles, Shetland is a history lovers' paradise. From prehistoric settlements to tales of the Viking-era …More

With some of the richest archaeological sites in the British Isles, Shetland is a history lovers' paradise. From prehistoric settlements to tales of the Viking-era...

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Private Half Day Tour in Shetland South Mainland

Based on the hit Puffins & Ponies tour, the Best of Shetland's South Mainland lets you experience the wonders of the island home once the …More

Based on the hit Puffins & Ponies tour, the Best of Shetland's South Mainland lets you experience the wonders of the island home once the...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,164
Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland

Join us for a private guided tour to Shetland's scenic south Mainland. Departing Lerwick we visit the island's former capital, Scalloway, before heading to Sumburgh …More

Join us for a private guided tour to Shetland's scenic south Mainland. Departing Lerwick we visit the island's former capital, Scalloway, before heading to Sumburgh...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,131
Private Tour from Lerwick West Side Explorer

Often overlooked by tourists, the west side of the Shetland Mainland (known as the Wastside locally) is a haven of unspoilt beauty. Never visited by …More

Often overlooked by tourists, the west side of the Shetland Mainland (known as the Wastside locally) is a haven of unspoilt beauty. Never visited by...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,062
Shetland TV Locations Private Full Day Tour

With nine series, Shetland has put Shetland on the map. Our brand new Shetland Locations Tour is a great way to see the sights you've …More

With nine series, Shetland has put Shetland on the map. Our brand new Shetland Locations Tour is a great way to see the sights you've...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,019
4 Hours Rugged Northern Exposure Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

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 …More

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Ponies Express Private Tour to Scalloway

Travel to Scalloway the ancient capital where you will stop at Carol’s Ponies, you have a chance to meet, learn about and photograph these wonderful …More

Travel to Scalloway the ancient capital where you will stop at Carol’s Ponies, you have a chance to meet, learn about and photograph these wonderful...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$233
Full-Day Private City Tour in Lerwick

Lerwick is the main town and port of the Shetland Islands. On our first stop we will visit the incredible Clickimin Broch. After seeing this …More

Lerwick is the main town and port of the Shetland Islands. On our first stop we will visit the incredible Clickimin Broch. After seeing this...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$156
Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join …More

The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$130
Shetland Pony Express

Make the most of your day in the beautiful Shetland Islands without breaking the bank! Hop aboard our Ponies Express and enjoy the views as …More

Make the most of your day in the beautiful Shetland Islands without breaking the bank! Hop aboard our Ponies Express and enjoy the views as...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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