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Private Tour from Lerwick West Side Explorer

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Private Tour from Lerwick West Side Explorer

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Highlights

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 large tour groups or shore excursions, join us to discover some of Shetland's most scenic spots.


During your private guided tour, you'll pass through some of Shetland's most spectacular scenery, visit our most important Neolithic site- Stanydale Temple- and stop off at an authentic Cake Fridge.

Itinerary

  • Lerwick(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Depart Lerwick and take a short driving tour around the main sights of the town on the way out. Highlights will include the harbour, Town Hall and Clickimin Broch.
  • Reawick

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    We journey west, travelling through the Tingwall Valley, past the historic Park Hall to reach Sand. Stop at Sand Honesty Box where you'll have the chance to purchase some fresh homebaking in true Shetland fashion before heading down to the beach for a photostop.
  • Culswick

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    We take a short walk up to the small and beautiful Culswick Chapel.
  • Stanydale Temple

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Stanydale ‘Temple’ is the only truly megalithic structure surviving from prehistoric Shetland. It comprises a wall of large boulders enclosing a wide oval area, which would have originally been enclosed by a great timber roof. Nobody knows what purpose Stanydale served. The archaeologist who excavated the site called it a ‘temple’, as the structure is similar to known Neolithic temples in Malta. However, it could just as easily have acted as a village hall, courtroom or chieftan’s hall. Whatever its purpose, it’s a significant building in a landscape rich in prehistoric structures.
  • Skeld

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Arriving at our last stop, Skeld, we learn about the former cod fishery and spend some time exploring the pleasant marina. There will also be a chance to purchase refreshments.
  • Lerwick(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Return to Lerwick to finish the tour. Please note that any time not accounted for is spent travelling between locations.

What's included

INCLUDED

Private transportation
Services of a qualified Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

NOT INCLUDED

No food or drink included
Gratuities

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travellers with mobility problems- some walking is required to fully enjoy this tour

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Robertson's Tours & Holidays

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