Daily Expert Shetland Islands Tours
Bespoke Tours
Book your Shetland adventure now — I'm Amanda, a local expert guide offering private, bespoke tours for up to 6 people in a spacious, comfortable car. Call to book first: 07886 914209.
Up to 6 guests
Private group experience
Private vehicle
Travel in comfort & style
Bespoke routes
Tailored to your interests
Expert local guide
4th year of daily tours
Amanda Hawick — MSc BA FCMI FTS MREHIS MFSB
About My Tours
This is my fourth year as a daily expert tour guide around the Shetland Islands. Norland Top Private Tours caters for up to 6 people in comfort, with extra boot space for bags, walking aids, and shopping. I design fully bespoke routes to match your interests — and I'll tailor the pace to your group.
A Typical Day
What You'll See
Viking and Norse heritage sites and place names
Jarlshof and other archaeological sites spanning thousands of years
Dramatic lighthouses, coastal cliffs, and sweeping peaty moorland
Abundant wildlife: puffins, gannets, seals, otters, and occasional whales or dolphins
Iconic Shetland ponies, croft houses, broch ruins, and pristine beaches
Spark Your Curiosity
Interesting Shetland Facts
100 Islands, 11 Inhabited
The Shetland archipelago comprises around 100 islands, of which about 11 are inhabited — a landscape shaped by millennia of human settlement and dramatic geology.
Norse Heritage
Shetland's culture is strongly influenced by Norse heritage; many place names and traditions come from Old Norse.
Europe's Top Birdwatching
The islands host huge seabird colonies in summer — collectively numbering in the hundreds of thousands to over a million breeding seabirds — making Shetland one of Europe's top birdwatching destinations.
4,000 Years at Jarlshof
Jarlshof offers a rare chance to walk through 4,000 years of settlement, from Stone Age dwellings to Viking longhouses.
Before You Go
Practical Information
Group size
Up to 6 people
Vehicle
Spacious, comfortable car with room for luggage and mobility aids
Bespoke planning
Routes and timings tailored to your interests and fitness level
Accessibility
Walking aids accommodated; routes adjusted for gentler walks or more time at stops
To book (please call first):
07886 914209I recommend booking early to secure your preferred date and itinerary.
Tour Options
Tour Durations
Day Tours
7 hours
Full day exploring Shetland's highlights
Half Day Tours
4 hours
A relaxed shorter tour option
Staycation Packages
Multi-day
Several day tours with accommodation package for long-stay visitors
What You'll See
Tour Highlights
Breathtaking Scenery
Puffins & Wildlife
Stunning Beaches
Shetland Ponies
Cliff Top Lighthouses
Historic Sites
Book Your Private Tour
There's something for everyone in Shetland — from archaeology and Norse stories to wildlife and wild coastlines. Book me first to make sure your day is planned exactly how you want it.
Or visit the contact page for more ways to reach us.