Explore the untouched nature in the Faroe Islands on this 3 day self-drive summer tour. You will find yourself in the middle of unbelievable nature again and again on this short Faroe Islands visit.
With your very own rental car, you will experience major sites along with hidden gems. This tour is the perfect way to get a true feeling of what the Faroe Islands are.
Your adventure begins upon arrival. You arrive at Vagar Airport where your rental car is waiting for you. Now, you have three days to soak in the untouched Nordic archipelago.
This self-drive tour is the perfect choice for those that want to spend their vacation time efficiently. You will see as much as possible in the course of three days and two nights.
The tour includes vehicle, accommodation and some of the most popular summer attractions in Faroe Islands. Spend time with the puffins on Mykines Island, soak in the beauty in the smallest of villages on Streymoy island, embrace the remarkable Múlafossur Waterfall and more!
Immerse yourself in the unbelievable nature in the Faroe Islands with this quality self-drive tour. Set your own pace and book this 3-day tour now! Check availability by choosing a date.
Activities
Bird Watching
Boat Trip
Hiking
Sightseeing
Attractions
Bøur
Eysturoy Island
Fossá Waterfall
Gjógv
Múlafossur
Mykines Island
Saksun
Streymoy Island
Tjørnuvík
Tórshavn
Vágar Island
Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Day 1
Sea Cliffs and Viking settlement
Welcome to the Faroe Islands. Look forward to three amazing days in untouched nature. On this first day, you will explore the sheer sea cliffs in Vestmanna.
The tour to the impressive cliffs in Vestmanna starts at 16.20pm. You will jump onboard a comfortable boat for a two hours journey to grottoes, spectacular rock formations and rich birdlife.
After your boat tour departing from the harbour in Vestmanna, head to the nearby village Kvívík. The village has a Viking excavation illustrating how the first settlers on the Faroe Islands lived. These Viking ruins are situated by the seaside in Kvívík.
When getting your way to Tórshavn, take the mountain road Oyggjarvegur. Along this road to Tórshavn, you will see the only prison in the country and one of the very few turf roofed prisons in the world. Shortly after passing the prison, make sure to turn right towards Norðradalur. Stop by the Norðradalsskarð pass from where you will have an incredible nature experience overlooking a wide valley and the iconic island Koltur inhabited by only a single person!
If you arrive early in the morning, make sure to hike to the Lake above the ocean. Lake Leitisvatn hovers over the Atlantic Ocean from the Slave's Cliff also known as Trælanípa by the locals. You will experience the breathtaking site here as well as the Bøsdalafossur Waterfall that drops right into the ocean.
You will spend your first night in the Faroe Islands in the cosy capital. Take a stroll in Tórshavn before settling in at your accommodation.
Day 2
Puffins in Mykines
Today, you will enjoy a boat ride to the puffin island Mykines. Head to the harbour in Sørvágur where the boat will take you for a 45 minutes sailing experience to the remote and bird-rich island Mykines.
Once you step on land, the puffins will greet you on the island. You will see lots of puffins along the route when walking on the island.
When you are done with Mykines, the boat will sail you back to Vágar Island. Now head back to the capital. Spend the bright summer night exploring Tórshavn before settling in at your accommodation.
Day 3
Streymoy Island & Eysturoy Island
It is your last day of this self drive tour. Make sure to leave the islands in the afternoon so that you have time for an adventure packed day to the small villages Saksun, Tjørnuvík, and Gjógv.
Now, head to Vagar island where the airport is. If you still have some time left, make sure to drive to Gásadalur only 15 minutes from the airport where you will see Múlafossur Waterfall. On your way back from Gásadalur, you can turn right when you get to the village Bøur. In this tidy village you will walk between small grass roof houses and have a splendid view of Tindhólmur islet and also the sea-stacks Drangarnir.
Before your outbound flight, return the car at Vagar Airport. We hope that you have had a fantastic adventure in the Faroe Islands. Until next time!
Included
Vehicle for 3 days (VW UP or similar. Upgrade to automatic transmission available)
2 nights of comfort accommodation in Tórshavn (upgrade available; breakfast included)
Car Self Risk Insurance
Unlimited milage
Ferry Ticket to Mykines Island
Guided Boat Tour to Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Sub-sea tunnel fees
Taxes
Cancel your booking and receive a full refund up to 1 week before start of package
Not included
Fuel
Dinner
Flights
What to bring
Driver's license
Hiking shoes with a slip resistant sole
Warm clothes
Additional Information
Make sure that you arrive in the Faroe Islands before noon. This self drive tour begins with car pickup at Vagar Airport.
You need a valid driver's license along with a minimum age of 21.
The unpredictable weather in the Faroe Islands can cause cancelled activities. Should your activity be cancelled, you will have a refund for this activity or alternatively we will assist you with arranging other activities if possible. Any price difference will be refunded to you.
What hotel is included in the upgrade to a 4-star? This depends on availability. If you have a specific hotel in mind, send us a message before booking. Otherwise, you will get the best hotel in Tórshavn available.
Guide to Faroe Islands offers friendly cancellation policies.
All cancellations must be made by e-mail. Guide to Faroe Islands is making every effort to ensure the best protection for the client in case of cancellations.
Day tours
These terms apply to day tours and activities booked on Guide to Faroe Islands when cancelled by traveller:
a) For cancellations more than 48 hours before the start of the activity, you will receive a full refund.
b) For cancellations 48 hours or less before the start of the activity or in case of no-show, no refund.
Multi-day tours
If you need to adjust your travel plans to the Faroe Islands, please kindly email us and we will try our best to present you with an alternative plan. These terms apply to multi-day tours and vacation packages.
More than 7 days prior to arrival/tour date – 100% refund
3-7 days prior to arrival/tour date – 50% refund
Less than 48 hours prior to arrival/tour date – no refund
Car Rental
Let Guide to Faroe Islands know one week in advance at latest if you need to cancel your car rental and you will receive a full refund..
More than 7 days prior to pickup – 100% refund
3-7 days prior to pickup – 50% refund
Less than 48 hours prior to pickup – no refund
2 reviews for 3 Day Summer Self-Drive | Sea Cliffs & Uncrowded Villages
Rated 5 out of 5
Denise –
My husband and I had a great time in the Faroe Islands! Guide to Faroe Islands was very helpful in organizing our activities and all worked out seamlessly. Thank you.
Rated 5 out of 5
Janos Veres –
It was indeed something else! We had lots of fun and seen amazing landscapes, villages, people.
All in all a very memorable birthday for me 🤭
Thanks again for your availability and taking care of things!
Denise –
My husband and I had a great time in the Faroe Islands! Guide to Faroe Islands was very helpful in organizing our activities and all worked out seamlessly. Thank you.
Janos Veres –
It was indeed something else! We had lots of fun and seen amazing landscapes, villages, people.
All in all a very memorable birthday for me 🤭
Thanks again for your availability and taking care of things!