Gloria S.United States
Wonderful tour seeing a lot of the main island and hearing the history. And of course seeing the ponies before the big tour busses arrived was great. Highly recommend her!
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Private tour in Lerwick Lara T
West Mainland and Shetland Ponies Shore Excursion
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4 hours
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Lara T.
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Hello, Im Lara a very cheery , friendly , born and bred Shetlander with a passion for the Isles and a love for sharing all I know about them. I have lived in Shetland all my life where I have raised three grown up boys with my Husband. I have worked in the tourist Industry for 23 years and have an abundance of knowledge of Shetland which is steeped in History , Culture , Wildlife , Nature , Geology and much much more! As a local guide and having explored every corner of our Island I can take you places that others will never find! As I guide you around the Island you will also be able to hear our unique dialect and maybe pick up a few words on the way. I take pride in making sure all my clients are left happy and promise you an amazing tour found nowhere else in the world. Qualified Green Badge Guide (Accredited) with the Scottish Tourist Guides Association (STGA) Member of Shetland Tourism Association (STA) Member of SITGA Shetland Islands Tourist Guides Association Very experienced Driver Guide with a selection of vehicles for your comfort including the Brand New Flagship of Landrover , the New Defender. I cannot accomodate wheelchair access in my vehicle. I only guide in English
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Discover the West Mainland from Lerwick
Overview of your Lerwick tour
This tour begins in Shetland's main town of Lerwick, where we will visit the picturesque south end of Commercial Street. We'll visit the Lodberries which have their foundations built into the sea; the Town Hall, with its impressive stained glass windows, and see townhouses which were built at the turn of the century. From here we will head west, and to Scalloway - the former capital of Shetland, where we'll visit the 17th century Castle. Here you can learn about the Shetland Bus, a clandestine operation between occupied Norway and Shetland during the WWII, and other displays of local history. We'll also visit and learn about Shetland ponies - potentially our most famous export and definitely our cutest! You will learn all about the breed's history. I have lived in Shetland all my life and this tour will give you an excellent overview of our islands, culture, heritage and striking scenery. You will even hear our unique dialect and maybe pick up a few words on the way. I have a wealth knowledge to share!
Recent Reviews
Paul G.United States
Lara was a delightful tour guide. She made Shetland one of our favorite places to visit, especially being with the Shetland ponies. We would definitely recommend Lara.
Chris F.United Kingdom
This is the first time we have used Tours by Locals and we were not disappointed. Lara is very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. The tour was wonderful, very informative and we didn't feel rushed at any time. Shetland is a beautiful place to visit and Lara was excellent at bringing it to life with tales of island life. It was a wonderful day and we would really recommend her. Although we followed her suggested itinerary she is more than happy to adapt this to suit what you want to see.
Barb A.Canada
Absolutely amazing tour!! Lara was incredibly knowledgeable and shared the Shetland history with us with a personal touch!! The four of us loved every minute of the half day tour we did. We would recommend Lara to everyone interested in learning about this beautiful island! Everything about the tour from Lara’s humour, the Shetland ponies, the stunning views, the culture to the super comfy ride was top notch! Thanks so much Lara… from the Canadians!
Lani G.United States
Could not have had a better tour... Fabulous selection of sites to see and show off this beautiful country. We were very surprise and please with a stop at a local woman's house where she raises prized Shetland ponies, Shetland Sheep and Shetland Dogs. She was such a delight. Lara, was a fantastic tour guide and we really enjoyed our time with her.
Virginia M.United States
Lara is a fantastic tour guide. She personalized our tour and we loved all the places she showed us. If you go Shetland, be sure to get Lara as your guide.
Your Lerwick tour itinerary
This tour begins in Shetland's main town of Lerwick, where we will give you a driving/photo stops of each point of interest. We then drive about 15 mins for beautiful viewpoints for photo opportunities. From here we will head west, and to Scalloway another 5 mins drive where we will have an hour and half to explore the Castle , Museum and Fishing village. We'll also visit and learn about Shetland ponies , stopping up close and personal for photos and petting. Then heading back to Lerwick the main town where your ship will be berthed. This tour consists of short easy walking.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Landrover new 2023 ,the Flagship of Landrover , Panoramic roof , very roomy USB charging Pax 1-4 For bigger groups: Ford Transit 4-10 pax Group Size please contact me for the quote Available all year round
What's included
Other: Bottle of Water
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Lerwick, Scotland, ZE1, United Kingdom
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Other details
Tour categories
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
City Highlights
Tour reference number
812515
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Lerwick best suited for?
This private tour in Lerwick is perfect for travellers who want to explore the West Mainland and learn about Shetland's culture, heritage, and striking scenery. It's especially suitable for those interested in history, as you'll visit sites like the 17th century Scalloway Castle and learn about the Shetland Bus operation during WWII. Animal lovers will enjoy the opportunity to see and learn about Shetland ponies. With Lara T. as your guide, you'll gain deep insights from a local who has lived in Shetland all her life.
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4 hours
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