The Top 10 Faroe Islands Tours

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From amazing waterfalls on every corner to steep hillsides, Faroe Islands’ hidden natural treasure is unparalleled. The 18 islands of rugged landscapes have a wealth of activities and sights on offer.

One of the first questions you might come up with when you have decided to visit this unbelievable archipelago is: What should I do when I go to Faroe Islands?

Let us guide you to the top 10 tours to experience in this truly-off-the-beaten-path destination. All tours mentioned are available all year round and will set your wanderlust free.

Attractions Accessible All Year Round

One thing you should notice before you book your journey to the Faroe Islands is to check if your preferred attractions are open throughout the year or if they run only during specific seasons. Tours to all the puffins on Mykines Island, for example, only run from early May to late August.

If you like the feeling and sense of the unexpected, the Faroe Islands will fulfil all your expectations. Especially the weather in the Faroe Islands is known for being notoriously unpredictable.

There is a pretty good chance that you will think that there is a fifth season basically combining all four seasons into one. Keep this in mind when planning what to wear and what to pack for the Faroe Islands and your day tours here. We have rounded out our top 10 tour pick below to get you going.

1. Funningur

Funningur church — *The grass roofed church in the village Funningur. Photo by Kah-Wai Lin.*

The sight from above the village Funningur is unforgettable. From the mountain side of the highest mountain Slættaratindur, you will see the road to Funningur zig-zagging down the valley.

From the road some hundred metres above the village, you will have a spectacular view of Funningur with all houses gathered at the end of the valley by the seaside. Funningur is said to be among the oldest villages in the Faroe Islands.

A new go-to destination for first movers is the attraction Hvíthamar only a 2 minutes drive from the road above Funningur. From the pass before driving to Gjógv, you can walk along the fence up to the top. From here you can admire the view of Funningur and Funningsfjørður fjord.

2. Sandoy Island

House on Sandoy Island — *A lonely house on Sandoy. There are several lovely lakes on the island. Photo by Guide to Faroe Islands.*

Sandoy Island is home to mellow landscapes and beautiful lakes. The feeling you will get here is wild and elemental. You will get to this island form nearby Streymoy Island. Take the underwater tunnel connecting Streymoy Island to Sandoy Island and only 10 minutes later wide-open landscapes will greet you.

Leave room in your schedule to experience several of the villages on Sandoy Islands. There is the main village Sandur where you will see lovely lakes along the road. The land is somehow more flat and fertile here.

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Other must-see villages on Sandoy are Skarvanes and Húsavík both villages come with stunning ocean views. Your tour will be complete with a cruise along the cliffside to the hamlet Dalur. Sandoy Island is still very well hidden and unknown. But Sandoy Island might well be the next big thing.

3. Bøur

The View in Bøur — *A cluster of sod roofed houses in the village Bøur on Vagar Island. Photo by Jannik Hubo known as @jannikhubo on Instagram.*

Another attraction not to be missed is Bøur. This is an old traditional tidy village with lots of turf-roofed houses. The view from Bøur is absolutely stunning. You will see the distinctive Drangarnir sea-stacks and the Tindhólmur islet from the village. This highly rated Full-Day “See It All” Faroe Islands Tour will get you to the heart of Bøur and other unmissable attractions in the Faroe Islands.

See also: Boat Tour to Drangarnir

Walking between houses in this old settlement is what makes Bøur such a quintessential part of a Faroe Islands vacation. The glowing authenticity in the village embody the essence of Faroe Islands.

Bøur lies an easy 10-minute ride from Vagar Airport. Make sure to walk down to the small beach. Small waves coming to shore here is the perfect natural soundtrack to the utterly beautiful sight.

4. Faer Isles Distillery

Faroe Islands people talking — *Faer Isles Distillery is located in the village Vestmanna on Streymoy Island.*

Faer Isles Distillery is one of the most remotely located distilleries in the world. Located in the amphitheater looking village Vestmanna on Streymoy Island, the distillers produce excellent spirits from the pristine mountain springs running down the hillsides. From new make whisky to excellent gin.

Book the Faroe Island Distillery Tour and taste the true spirits of the Faroe Islands. The tour comes with a tour guide which works at the distillery as part of the distillery team. What makes the distillery so unique is the production and maturation location surrounded by the salty ocean and lots of fresh wind.

5. Viðareiði

This is the most Northern settlement in the Fare Islands. In Viðareiði, nature comes first. The villagers have always been in the middle of everything the Faroese weather has to offer. From mild summer evenings with orangish sunsets to a sunburst between frequent hailstorms accompanied by heavy surf in autumn and winter.

Viðareiði lies in a broad valley with seasides in two directions. Take the opportunity to walk around in the village and go see the iconic church with the beautiful Malinsfjall in the background. When looking north, you will see the towering Mount Villingadalsfjall some 840 metres (2756 feet) above sea level.

Viðareiði is a recommendable treasure to explore. You can easily spend an entire day in this area. Make it to Viðareiði on this Guide Tour to the Northern Islands.

6. Tjørnuvík

In the most northerly part of Streymoy Island, you will find this beautiful located village in a bay made for relaxation. The land curve inward here and where land and sea meet lies Tjørnuvík.

This attraction is known for its moody atmosphere. Among the most noteworthy hot spots here is the welcoming beach and the view towards the sea stacks Risin & Kellingin.

Hike for just a short 10-minutes time into the valley and up on the hillside for some of the best views in the Faroe Islands. When you do this you will see the entire village, the beach, the narrow road planted on the steep hill, and a refreshing ocean view.

7. Gjógv

Gjógv village — *The village Gjógv as a peaceful feeling to it. Photo by Kah-Wai Lin.*

Gjógv is an epically located village on Eysturoy Island. This is definitely one of the most popular sightseeing routes in the Faroe Islands. In recent years Faroe Islanders have also built summerhouses here so they can enjoy the beauty of this place themselves as well as the stillness of nature.

This area is known for its haunting landscapes. The most famous sight here is the 200 metres gorge that make inroad into the village from the sea.

When you walk to the end of the gorge, you will have an amazing view of the surrounding mountains, the gorge itself and the small village. The walk can also be done in rough weather.

8. Trælanípa

Let the sheer cliff Trælanípa thrill your senses. This famous attraction has an otherworldly impact on visitors. The Slave’s Cliff at the end of the lake with two names, Sørvágsvatn and Leitisvatn, is one of the best attractions to visit.

The lake looks as if it hovers far above sea level even though it is only some 30 metres (100 feet) above the ocean. This is just a stunningly site to experience. Really a recommendable tour to do.

If your schedule permits some more sightseeing, check out Geituskorardrangur sea-stack and the Bøsdalafossur waterfall. These two attractions are in the same area and are only a 15 minutes walk from Trælanípa.

Here you can admire the panoramic view. On windy days, you will hear the ocean crashing agains the basalt cliffs.

9. Suðuroy Island

Suðuroy cliff — *Deep cliff on Suðuroy Island. Photo by @guille.diazb on Instagram.*

To set the record straight, the impressive Suðuroy Island is best explored on a guided tour. There is no road connection to this most southerly island so you will take a 2 hour ferry to get to Suðuroy Island.

The island is home to breathtaking mountains, peaceful valleys and a rugged coastline. A handful of mountain tunnels are connecting the different parts of the island making it easy to explore the isle.

There are a lot of places worth a visit on Suðuroy Island. From the southernmost point in the archipelago Akraberg with its epically located lighthouse to the northernmost part with the cleft Rituskor as a highlight.

Crossing a wooden bridge with views of Ásmundarstakkur sea-stack is an adventurous experience. With sheer rocky basalt cliffs all around you, this is something else.

The cluster of colourful houses in the hamlet Sumba always looks good on photos. There are several viewpoints on the island’s dramatic west coast that always succeed to impress.

A great way to spend a day on the island is to join this guided Day Tour to Suðuroy Island. As with all experiences on Guide to Faroe Islands, the guide is local Faroese born and bred.

10. Múlafossur Waterfall

This site might be one of the main reasons why you initially got interested in visiting the Faroe Islands. Steep rugged cliffs, an isolated village, ocean, and the famous waterfall tumbling into the sea. This combination makes the village Gásadalur a famous landmark in the Faroe Islands.

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In this tiny village, you will experience the famous and must-see attraction Múlafossur Waterfall. Visiting the remote Gásadalur is one of the most stunning sights in the Faroe Island. When you stand in front of the cascading waterfall, you will understand why travellers around the world come to see Gásadalur and the beautiful Múlafossur waterfall.

You are surrounded by the highest mountains on Vágar Island. Gásadalur comes with a panoramic view over the westernmost island Mykines. You might also be lucky and spot some puffins by the Múlafossur Waterfall during the summer months from May throughout August.

Gásadalur was the last settlement in the Faroe Islands to be connected to the rest of the country. Until very recently the only way to access this remote village was by hiking over the steep mountain from Bøur to Gásadalur. Now you will enter this spectacular village through a modern tunnel, which opened in 2006. This makes it convenient and easy to visit Gásadalur and enjoy the classic view of Múlafossur Waterfall.

Experiencing Gásadalur is all about happiness. That is exactly what Múlafossur Waterfall will give you. It is always worth venturing into the village where you can be lucky to meet some of the locals. There are only 12 people living in the remote settlement.

Places Worth Visiting

Fjord in Faroe Islands — *While cruising the quality road network in the island group, make sure to stop at some of the peaceful fjords along the route.*

For anyone in search of serenity, the Faroe Islands is the place to go. Enjoy the wonders of nature from sheer cliff to outstanding vantage points where you will feel the force and honesty of nature.

These 10 tours in the Faroe Islands will make sure that you will get exactly what you are looking for in the far-flung archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean. Nature is always within easy reach and that makes everything that more special.

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