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Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland
$1177.39
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Overview
Shetland's scenic south Mainland beckons with its rich history and breathtaking landscapes. This private guided tour promises an unforgettable journey through the island's former capital, Scalloway, and the ancient wonders of Jarlshof.
- 🏷️ Puffins, Ponies & Past Shetland - Half Day Private Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive 4.5-hour tour with a knowledgeable guide, showcasing the best of Shetland's heritage and wildlife.
- 🚐 Pickup included from Lerwick, ensuring a seamless start to your adventure.
- 📸 Begin your journey with a scenic 15-minute drive to Scalloway, where you'll capture stunning views of the ancient fishing village.
- 🏰 Visit Scalloway Castle and the Shetland Bus Memorial for a glimpse into the island's storied past.
- 🐴 Meet the charming Shetland ponies at Carol’s Ponies, where you’ll learn about their history and significance in the region.
- 🏺 Explore the remarkable Jarlshof, a prehistoric archaeological site that spans thousands of years of history, just 45 minutes from the ponies.
- 🌊 Discover Sumburgh Head, home to Shetland’s first lighthouse and a haven for seabirds, only 5 minutes from Jarlshof.
- 🐧 Keep an eye out for puffins and other wildlife during your visit, particularly in the spring and summer months.
- 🕰️ Enjoy a photostop in Sandwick, overlooking the iconic iron age Broch on the island of Mousa, before concluding your tour.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Puffins, Ponies & Past Shetland - Half Day Private Tour
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Parking Fees
- Admission to Sumburgh Head Lighthouse Exhibition
- Fuel surcharge
- Visit to Carol's Ponies
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Services of our driver and a tour guide
- Private transportation
- Admission to Jarlshof
- Gratuities
- Lunch
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ScallowayTravel time from Lerwick- 15 minutes. We start with a short photo stop at a viewpoint overlooking the ancient fishing village of Scalloway before continuing into the village for a photostop at Scalloway Castle (exterior only) and the Shetland Bus Memorial.
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ScallowayTravel time from Scalloway- 5 minutes. We stop at Carol’s Ponies, you have a chance to meet, learn about and photograph these wonderful animals. Originating in Shetland the breed was a packing pony and are now found all over the world, used as popular riding ponies for children and a companion to horses. Carol the stud owner will explain all in her talk about these beautiful creatures, remember they have teeth and may assume fingers for carrots! So please do not feed the ponies
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Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse SettlementTravel time from Carol's Ponies- 45 minutes. Jarlshof is the best-known prehistoric archaeological site in Shetland. It has been described as "one of the most remarkable archaeological sites ever excavated in the British Isles". It contains remains dating from 2500 BC up to the 17th century AD.
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Sumburgh Head LighthouseTravel time from Jarlshof- 5 minutes. Sumburgh head is home toShetland’s first lighthouse and a RSPB reserve of mostly seabirds breeding in the cliffs. If you're lucky, you will witness hundreds of puffins close up as well as other birds through most of the Spring and Summer. Looking down to the sea you see dolphins, mink and humpback whales, grey seals and porpoises.* Entrance to the lighthouse is included. There is a small café and toilet facilities are available. Please note that the café and museum are closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays for the 2025 season. *As with any wildlife, there is never any guarantee that you will see any specific species on the day of your visit!
- Travel time from Sumburgh- 30 minutes. Photostop in Sandwick overlooking the Island of Mousa with it's iconic iron age Broch, said to be the best preserved in Scotland. (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Half Day Private Tour with Puffins, Ponies and Past Shetland
$1177.39
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!