Discover the Faroe Islands with local guide

On this tour around the islands we offer you the best nature and cultural experiences. We take care of everything, so you can concentrate on the experience. Together with your tour guide, you’ll get up close and personal with local Faroese, and experience the authentic Faroe Islands. Do you like many attractions in a short amount of time? Do you enjoy sharing your experiences with others on the tour? If so, this is the right choice for you.

• TRAVEL: Thursday to Thursday (other days on request) - 8 days | 7 nights
• SEASON: May, June, July and August 2024
• DIRECT FLIGHT FROM: Copenhagen (incl. in the price)
  
  

Itinerary: Individual tour with local guide 8 days

Itinerary: Individual tour with local guide 8 days

THURSDAY: Arrival to the Faroe Islands -  Welcome. 
Arrival with Atlantic Airways. Transport from airport to overnight accommodations in Tórshavn. 

Check-in at your accommodation in Tórshavn.

FRIDAY: EXCURSION Highlights of the North

We begin our adventure on the wonderful island of Borðoy, where we explore Klaksvík, the heart of the fishing industry in the Faroe Islands. You will visit the remote village of Kunoy and drive north to the picturesque Viðareiði. On the way back to Tórshavn, we drive through the fascinating underwater tunnel where Tróndur Patursson has decorated the roundabout.

*Possible to change todays excursion. The following excursions can be purchased:

Hiking tour to the lighthouse Kallin or Hiking tour to Kallurin Lighthouse & Borgarin Mountain Both hiking tours are medium too difficult in uneven terrain. Contact us for more information.

SATURDAY: Day on your own. Additional excursions can be purchased, for example:

The island of Vágar. First stop will be in the picturesque village of Bøur to enjoy the best view of Tindhólmur and the freestanding rocks, Drangarnir. Continue to Gásadalur where you will walk to most photographed waterfall in the Faroes, Múlafossur. On route we pass the, ”Lake above the ocean”

• Includes bus, guide, lunch and beverages NOTE: Excursion must be booked in advance. 

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Walking exploration in the old city quarter in Tórshavn, Tinganes and Reyn with its small alleys and charming houses with grass roofs. The local guide will tell stories about the past and present

• City Walk (1 hour). Includes guide. 

SUNDAY:
Day trip to the Majestic Vestmanna Mountains and the historic Viking settlements of Kvívík. The day starts with an exciting boat trip to Vestmanna Sea cliffs, where we explore the dramatic cliffs and some of the hidden caves. On the way back to Tórshavn we visit the Viking settlements in the beautiful settlement of Kvívík and make several photo stops on our way.

MONDAY: EXCURSION Saga Island of Sandoy and cultural centre of Kirkjubøur.
Day trip to the historic island of Sandoy, one of the most unspoiled islands where you can still experience the old, Faroese way of life.

We drive from Tórshavn over the mountain to the ferry harbor Gamlarætt, where you will drive through the new subsea tunnel. The guide entertains with sagas from the island. Experience a church visit, fantastic viewpoints and small villages.

Before returning to Tórshavn, we visit Kirkjubøur, which is the Faroe Islands’ historical and cultural center. See the unfinished Magnus Cathedral and the small medieval church of St. Olav.

TUESDAY: EXCURSION to the highlights of Streymoy and Eysturoy
We drive to the idyllic village of Saksun, which lies picturesquely bound in a small fjord with high mountains on both sides. Continue on to the village of Tjørnuvík, on route we stop at the waterfall Fossá. From Tjørnuvík you can see the impressive rock formations the Giant and the Witch.

Before reaching Gjógv we will have a view of the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands, Slættaratindur (882 m). In Gjógv we see the natural harbour which the village is named after.

WEDNESDAY: Day on your own. Additional excursions can be purchased, for example:

Day trip to the island of Mykines including hiking tour. Enjoy a magnificent boat trip along the majestic cliffs. See the impressive gannets that only breed on Mykinesholm and the charming puffins with the colourful beaks. 

• Day trip. Includes bus, guide, ferry, fee, lunch and beverages NOTE: Day trip to the island of Mykines is very popular and must be booked in advance. Possible to book in May, June, July and August
  
  

THURSDAY: Departure from the Faroe Islands
Transport from overnight accommodations to the airport. Departure with Atlantic Airways.