Lerwick is the main port of the Shetland Islands and a cornerstone in the economy and infrastructure of the region. With its ideal location, it is a popular destination for cruise ships en route between Iceland, the Faroe Isles, Norway and Scotland. With the many small islands - home to the Shetland ponies, the Shetland Islands are also a popular destination for day-trippers from Aberdeen and Orkney.

Tips for excursions

The Shetland heritage

The excursion begins with a coach trip through the island. Highlights of the tour include a trip to Bronze and Iron Age excavations, and sights of the world-famous Shetland ponies and numerous quaint little farmhouses.