Up Helly Aa

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18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Up Helly Aa

Lerwick

Dunnottar Castle

St Andrews

Jarlshoff

Shetland

St Ninian’s Isle

Shetland

St Ninian’s Isle

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Few have heard of it, let alone been. Our destination is Shetland in the far north of Scotland, where one of the most incredible festivals in Europe is held. On the last Tuesday of January, the town of Lerwick goes more than a little mad. Our annual Up Helly Aa tour from Edinburgh is a lot more than a sub-arctic bonfire and booze-up. It’s a superb spectacle, a celebration of Shetland’s history and a triumphant demonstration of the islanders’ skills and spirit. Fifty helmeted Vikings, a burning Norse galley and an all-night party. Unmissable.

day 1Edinburgh To Aberdeen

Your Up Helly Aa 2027 adventure kicks off in the with a morning departure from Edinburgh as we head north through the rolling countryside of Fife. Our first stop is the seaside town of St Andrews, known for its historic university and famous golf links. Grab an early lunch, stretch your legs by the beach, or wander past the cathedral ruins. Next up is a visit to Angus Alchemy, where
you’ll learn how their moonshine is made and sample a few flavours. Later we reach Aberdeen and board the overnight ferry, sailing north across the North Sea toward Shetland. Overnight: Ferry

day 2Lerwick

day 3Lerwick

day 4Lerwick

day 5Lerwick

day 6Lerwick To Aberdeen

day 7Aberdeen To Edinburgh

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6 Nights Accommodation (4 Nights Multi-Share Mixed-Gender Hostel, 2 Overnight Ferry Quad-Share Cabin)

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All Transport Around Scotland in our Famous Yellow BusAll Ferry Charges

Guide

Legendary Local Guide

Others

Distillery Visit

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