Hiking in the Faroe Islands

Daily itinerary
Arrival to the Faroe Islands. Visit Gásadalur and enjoy the fresh air
Arrival with Atlantic Airways. Pick up rental car at the airport.
Take the short drive to the village of Gásadalur, which was the last village connected to the rest of the islands by tunnel. Enjoy the quiet and stunning view of Tindhólm. Spend the night in the Northern islands.

Hiking from the village in Svínoy
With ferry from Viðoy to Svínoy. A beautiful hike. The hike starts in the village and we walk out to the headland called Dragin, where the English used to have an outpost during the war. There is also a bird fowling seat at Dragin, which will be pointed out to you during the walk.
Among the birds it is expected to see or hear whimbrels, European golden plovers, arctic skuas, arctic terns, common eiders, meadow pipits, greylags, and several species of gulls. Spend the night in the Northern islands.
Hike is easy to moderate 2–5 km in uneven terrain. Approx. 4 hours

The southernmost island of Suðuroy - Basalt columns and amazing viewpoints
Drive to Tórshavn to catch the ferry, Smyril, to Suðuroy before noon. After check-in, we suggest a walk on your own to the village of Froðba. Here you can see basalt columns along the road. When you see the sign, Kúlugjógv, walk down to see more spectacular basalt rock formations.
Above Froðba stands Frobiarnípa. Follow the dirt road to get to the top of the cliff. Here are some old buildings from the war and there is a fantastic view. If there is time, drive to the village of Vágur to experience another fabulous viewpoint at Eggjarnar. From the village, you can either drive or walk up to the viewpoint. Spend the night on Suðuroy.
Hike to beautiful Hvannhagi on Suðuroy
Because of its location, Hvannhagi has some of the most beautiful and unusual nature on Suðuroy. Together with the guide, you follow an old path across the mountain. When you reach the northern side of Suðuroy, you will have an amazing view of the nearby islands. Following a steep, narrow path, you descend to the inland lake at Hvannhagi. Return with the ferry to Tórshavn. Spend the night in Tórshavn.
- Hike is moderate to difficult 6 km in uneven terrain. Approx. 4 hours.
Day on your own, but we suggest.
- Hike over the mountain and back to the cultural centre of Kirkjubøur. Enjoy the majestic view over the islands of Sandoy, Hestur, Koltur, and Vágar. After arriving in Kirkjubøur, it is possible to visit Roykstovan that is approx. 900 years old. See the ruins of the Saint Magnus Cathedral and Ólavs’ church from year 1111. Hike is easy approx. 7–14 km in uneven terrain. Approx. 2/3 to 4/5 hours.
- Vestmanna Cliffs. Boat tour to Vestmanna Cliffs with lunch and entre to the Saga Museum.
- Fish, Visit & Dine: Eat your fresh caught fish.
- Explore Kalsoy on your own with public transport from Klaksvik: See the beautiful sculpture, the Seal Woman, in village of Mikladalur. Visit Trøllanes, a "location" in the James Bond movie - No Time To Die

Visit the bird island Mykines
Day trip to the bird island Mykines, in the company of others. From Sørvágur enjoy a grand sail by majestic sea cliffs. Spot puffins, and the impressive gannet, which only breed on the isolated isle to the west of the main island. In Mykines, you are accompanied by the guide to the lookouts, but you also have time on your own. Spend the night in Tórshavn.
- Hike is moderate too difficult in uneven terrain. Time on the island approx. 5 hours.

Hiking to the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands, Slættaratindur
Slættaratindur, standing at 880 meters, is the highest point on the Faroe Islands and is located on the island of Eysturoy. From its peak, one can see all 18 islands of the Faroes on a clear day. Slættaratindur, meaning “flat peak,” lives up to its name with a broad, level summit encircled by steep cliffs.
Spend the night in Tórshavn.
- Hike is moderate too difficult 3-4 km in uneven terrain. Approx. 4 hours

Departure from the Faroe Islands
Rental car is returned at the airport. Departure with Atlantic Airways.

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EUR 2.538 | DKK 18.775 per person in shared double room
EUR 4.152 | DKK 30.725 per person in single room
EUR 2.327 | DKK 17.215 per person in shared double room
EUR 3.794 | DKK 28.075 per person in single room
Round trip flights with taxes from Copenhagen*
Car rental, economy car with airport pick up / drop off, free mileage and CDW.
7 nights with breakfast.
Saturday: Svínoy, guide.
Monday: Suðuroy, Hvannhagi, guide.
Wednesday: Mykines, bus, guide, ferry and lunch.
Thursday: Eysturoy, Hike to Slættaratindur incl. packed lunch
Transportation between islands (ferries and subsea tunnels) except Mykines.
Travel insurance
Thursday: Boat trip to Vestmanna Cliffs, lunch, SagaMuseum.
Thursday: Hook & Cook - eat your fresh caugth fish at the marina restaurant.
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The package/hikes may be changed due to bad weather/force majeure – conditions for which GreenGate Incoming cannot be held responsible. In these situations, if possible, we will offer an alternative hike/tour
The hikes are easy, moderate to difficult in uneven terrain.
Always visit the local tourist office for more information before going on hikes on your own.
Bring warm and practical clothing, packed lunch and water.
All package tour prices are based on Atlantic Airways lowest published price. The actual price upon booking may be higher.
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