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Top Shetland Islands Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Discover the best the world has to offer with Adventure Life’s expert-curated Shetland Islands tours 2025. From Lerwick to hidden gems off the beaten path, our 9 top-rated itineraries take you deep into Shetland Islands’s breathtaking landscapes. Guided by bilingual experts, these immersive experiences cater to adventurers seeking unique journeys in small groups or customizable private tours.

Choose from a variety of 8 to 15 days itineraries starting at $2,900 to $53,999. You’ll find options that suit your travel style. Whether you’re passionate about Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, and Local Market Visits or eager to explore Shetland Islands’s rich culture and natural beauty, our Shetland Islands tours 2025 deliver unforgettable moments. Each itinerary blends awe-inspiring exploration with a commitment to sustainability to ensure your adventure supports the preservation of our planet.

Adventure Life’s dedication to personalized travel promises your Shetland Islands tour 2025 is seamless from start to finish. From arranging transportation to selecting accommodations tailored to your preferences, we’ll take care of every detail. Our expert recommendations and insider tips make your journey even more enriching.

Contact our specialists today to start planning your Shetland Islands tour 2025. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or part of a group, Adventure Life will create a transformative experience you’ll treasure forever.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $12,745
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
Starts / Ends
Windsor / Edinburgh
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Visit charming Portree
from $9,474
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen - Glasgow, Scotland - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
Starts / Ends
Bergen / Glasgow
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Norwegian fjords and Scottish Isles on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring highlights like the Flam Railway, Briksdal Glacier, and ancient Jarlshof. Explore iconic sites, from Orkney’s Standing Stones to Eilean Donan Castle, before ending in Glasgow.
  • Explore Bergen’s vibrant streets
  • Discover Flam’s stunning landscapes
  • Visit Olden’s turquoise lakes
  • Stroll Lerwick’s charming alleys
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Visit charming Portree
from $8,160
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
Starts / Ends
Glasgow / Bergen
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring the captivating landscapes of the Scottish Isles and Norwegian fjords. Start in Glasgow, then visit Fort William, Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, Kirkwall, Lerwick, Nordfjordeid, and Flåm. Conclude in Bergen, known for Bryggen's Hanseatic wharf.
  • Explore Bergen
  • Experience a rail journey
  • Visit Lerwick
  • Experience Loch Ness
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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
from $8,590
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
Starts / Ends
Glasgow / Bergen
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Discover the rich history of Edinburgh
from $6,850
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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Edinburgh - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
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Edinburgh / Glasgow
Activity Level
Variable
Sail into the heart of Celtic shores on this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Bellot. See essential places like the old and new parts of Edinburgh, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the islands of Shetland, Orkney, and the Hebrides in the north.
  • Explore Edinburgh Castle
  • Discover Lerwick
  • Explore Portree
  • Experience Kirkwall
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Visit charming Portree
from $6,500
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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Edinburgh - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
Starts / Ends
Edinburgh / Glasgow
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland's stunning archipelagos from Edinburgh to Glasgow, including the Shetland, Orkney, and Hebrides Islands. Each port offers a unique excursion, from the Calanais Standing Stones to the Ben Nevis distillery, finishing in Glasgow’s vibrant cultural hub.
  • Explore Edinburgh landmarks
  • Discover Lerwick’s coastal allure
  • Wander Kirkwall’s streets
  • Experience Portree’s landscape
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A polar landscape
from $2,900
Up to 40%
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Activity Level
Variable
Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to our favorite Arctic island group.
  • Cruise along the edge of sea-ice
  • Visit the volcanic Jan Mayen island
  • Observe orca and minke whales
  • Tour ancient circular stone towers
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $11,699
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Northern Isles: Iceland, Faroe Islands & Scotland

Reykjavik - Greenwich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
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Reykjavik / Kirkwall
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, the Faroe Islands, Shetland, and Orkney, with highlights like Dynjandi Waterfall, birdwatching on Grimsey, and historic sites in Torshavn and Lerwick.
  • Explore Reykjavik vibrant heritage
  • Discover Grundarfjordur's landscape
  • Experience Flatey's serene nature
  • Enjoy Husavik's lively marine life
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Black-legged kittiwake
from $12,698
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Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland

Dublin - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
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Dublin / Reykjavik
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover iconic castles, Viking sites, and dramatic cliffs on this 11-day Seabourn Venture cruise from Dublin to Reykjavik. Explore Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland’s islands, the Shetlands, and Iceland’s Westman Islands, encountering ancient ruins, seabird colonies, and vibrant local culture.
  • Explore Dublin’s historic streets
  • Cruise Calf of Man shores
  • Discover Tobermory's harbor
  • Visit St Kilda's stunning cliffs
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