See the best of the summer in the Faroe Islands on this guided 8 day-package. During a single trip to the Faroe Islands, you can spend a day on the awe-inspiring puffin island Mykines, wander on the remote Suðuroy Island, sail under unmatched cliffs, and experience many more great sights and activities in the North Atlantic Ocean.
This summer package includes hotel accommodation in Tórshavn, airport transportation, and guided tours to unbelievable natural attractions. All tours are done with an expert English speaking local guide from the Faroe Islands. Simply show up and you will have the time of your life.
Exploring Faroe Islands in summer gives you plenty of daylight hours. Immerse yourself in the uncrowded wonders, and take your time to enjoy splendid waterfalls, verdant mountains and secluded small villages.
This package uncovers unbelievable sceneries in both the western part of the island group as well as beloved sights in north, east, and south.
A favourite among adventurous travellers, this eight days and seven nights package has it all. From jaw-dropping nature to a comfortable hotel room in Tórshavn. Press the "Daily itinerary" button to see all the details for each day of your stay in the Faroe Islands.
By booking this package, you will avoid spending days and days planning your stay in the Faroe Islands. Everything is sorted out for you. Airport transfer, hotel, day tours with a local guide, packed lunches. Even the boat and ferry rides are included in the price.
Moreover, this package comes with a personal travel agent. Contact your travel agent located in the Faroe Islands prior to your arrival, seven days a week if you should have any questions.
Bag yourself this unmissable 8-day nature package to the Faroe Islands and avoid the hustle and stress of planning things yourself. Check availability by choosing a date.
Activities
Bird Watching
Boat Trip
Hiking
Sightseeing
Attractions
Beinisvørð
Borðoy Island
Bøssdalafossur
Bøur
Drangarnir
Eysturoy Island
Fossá Waterfall
Funningur
Gásadalur
Geituskorardrangur
Gjógv
Klaksvík
Kunoy Island
Lake Leitisvatn
Múlafossur Waterfall
Mykines Island
Risin & Kellingin
Saksun
Streymoy Island
Tindhólmur
Tjørnuvík
Tórshavn
Trælanípa
Vágar Island
Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Viðareiði
Viðoy Island
Day 1
Welcome to the Faroe Islands!
Sunday. You will land at Vagar Airport (FAE). When you enter the arrival, an experienced taxi driver will greet you and take you to your accommodation in the capital, Tórshavn.
While Sightseeing your way through first Vágar Island and then Streymoy Island before reaching Tórshavn, you will feel the intensity of the Faroese summer. Hills are out of this world green, cliffs rise steep out of the ocean and the North Atlantic air is as fresh as it gets.
After you have checked in at your hotel, you can go for at stroll in the city centre and the well preserved old part of town with lots of turf houses. Make sure to go down to the harbour area to the many small boats.
You can take advantage of the bright summer nights and enjoy an evening walk later if you like. Your first day tour will start tomorrow.
Day 2
Vágar Island
Monday. Vágar Island is home to many of the most beloved attractions in the Faroe Islands. You will discover them all on this full day tour.
Once you have been picked up at your hotel at 09:00, you will drive west and to Vágar island. Here, you will enter the village Gásadalur, which is just unbelievable. You will get close to the famous Múlafossur Waterfall that sits above the ocean with the small settlement as a backdrop.
You will also visit the turfed roof village Bøur where you will have a free view of the Tindhólmur islet with its many peaks. Furthermore, you will see the Drangarnir sea stack from this village.
Your day on Vágar Island includes an easy hike to the cliff Trælanípa. This is where you will see the "floating lake" as Lake Leitisvatn appears from this vantage point.
When you are back in the vehicle on your way to Tórshavn, you will see the spiky Trøllkonufingur rock column outside the village Sandavágur. The driver will make sure to let you know when to look to the right where you will see this attraction.
There will be some photo stops along the way to Tórshavn. You will be dropped off in Tórshavn at 15:00.
Day 3
Streymoy Island & Eysturoy Island
Tuesday. Get ready for your first full day of Faroe Islands. Your tour guide will pick you up at 09:00 in the morning at your hotel and take you on a fantastic day tour that combines culture and extraordinary natural wonders.
Streymoy Island and Eysturoy Island are a travellers favourite for good reason. You will experience the unparalleled village Saksun that sits above a tidal lagoon that is surrounded by high mountains.
You will also experience the hidden village Tjørnuvík where the sun can only be seen during the hight of summer. The villagers do not see the sun the rest of the year as mountains hide the sun from the village.
Gjógv is an amazing village on Eysturoy Island. Here you will have the opportunity to venture into a 200 metre natural sea gorge, which is perfectly safe.
Your tour guide will take you back to your hotel after a full day of nature. Expect to be back in Tórshavn at 15:00.
Day 4
Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Wednesday. The Vestmanna Sea Cliffs is one of Faroe Island's most popular attractions, known for its steep cliffs and breathtaking beauty. After you driver has picked you up at at 09:00, you will head north on Streymoy Island.
Once you reach the amphitheatric village Vestmanna, you will jump on a boat to the sea cliffs. This two hour tour will take you close to unspoiled nature. You will be surrounded by birds and an overwhelmingly scenery with columnar rock formations and sky-high cliffs.
Nothing beats the feeling as the captain slowly sails into basalt caves. As you enter the darkness, it becomes quiet and you will only hear the waves that caresses the basal cliffs.
After the tour, you will be served your packed lunch and then head up to the mountain region above Vestmanna, which is the widest unpopulated area in the Faroe Islands. On your way back to Tórshavn, you will do a short stop in the viking village Kvívík.
When you get to Tórshavn, you tour guide will take you to your hotel at 14:00. A day filled with adventure has come to an end.
Day 5
Suðuroy Island
Thursday. Suðuroy Island is something else. The island lies a two hour ferry ride form the mainland.
You will be picked up at 08:00 in the morning and then take the ferry to this less visited island. There are several amazing locations to see on this island, and you will see them all.
Your tour guide will make sure that you get to the most southernly point of the island, which is also the southern tip of the archipelago. You will enjoy the northern part of the island as well to experience lush green hills and unique sights along the way.
You will take the ferry back to Tórshavn in the afternoon. Once you get to Tórshavn, your tour guide will take you to your hotel around 20:00.
Day 6
The Northern Islands
Friday. Today, you will head to the northern part of the Faroe Islands. Here, you will enjoy the best views possible.
Your driver will pick you up at 09:00 at your hotel and then head north. When you get to Borðoy Island, the first thing you will see is the most important fishing town, Klaksvík. There are lots of fishing vessels in the town as well as beautiful mountains.
The northern part of the archipelago is the where the mountains are most steep. You will witness this as you drive to the northernmost village in the Faroe Islands, Viðareiði. In order to get the the settlement, you will pass a couple of great mountain tunnels.
Now, you will take the route back to near Klaksvík where Kunoy Island is located. Kunoy Island is always impressive. Seeing the rock wall behind the settlement Kunoy on Kunoy Island is one of the highlights.
After a full day of outstanding nature, your driver will take you back to Tórshavn. You will be dropped off at your hotel in the afternoon around 16:00.
Day 7
Mykines Island - Greet the Puffins!
Saturday. Get ready for a day on the small Mykines Island. Very few people live on the island. There are just as few travellers around. This unspoiled island will let you experience the Atlantic puffin as close as you will ever get to this adorable bird.
You will be picked up at your hotel at 07:45 in the morning. When you get to Vágar Island, a boat is waiting for you, which will take you on a boat ride to the unbelievable Mykines Island.
Your tour guide will take you to the best places on the island. This includes places where you will get undisturbed views of puffins up close. Enjoy this unbeatable experience.
Your tour guide will take you to the boat again in the afternoon and you will sail from Mykines Island back to Vágar Island and from there drive to Tórshavn. You are back in Tórshavn at 16:00.
Day 8
Farewell
Sunday. Your Faroe Islands vacation is about to end. If you have flight departing in the afternoon, enjoy your last hours in Tórshavn. Walk in the charming old town, do some shopping or simply have a lovely breakfast in one of the cafés by the waterfront.
An airport shuttle will pick you up at your hotel two hours prior to departure. Your driver will make sure that you get safe and sound to the airport on Vágar Island. You will check in at the airport in good time before your flight takes off, so your last day here will be hassle-free.
Until next time!
Included
7 nights of accommodation in Tórshavn (upgrade available; breakfast included)
En suite bathroom at hotel
Quality Breakfast (each morning)
6-day guided tour in a small group (max 8 pax)
Local English speaking tour guide
Airport transfer on arrival/departure (shared taxi)
Guided walk on Mykines Island
Guided walk to Trælanípa Cliff / Lake Leitisvatn
All ferry/boat tickets
Taxes
Packed lunch on all day tours
Coffee/tea
Hands-on travel agent to oversee your itinerary
Cancel your booking and receive a full refund up to 1 week before start of package
Not included
Flights
Dinner in the evening
What to bring
Wind proof jacket
Good hiking shoes
Camera
Additional Information
The day tours in this package run on fixed schedules from Mondays to Saturdays.
You can start this package on whatever day you prefer. The date you choose in the booking system, will be your arriving day and first night at your hotel in Tórshavn. The first day tour will then start the next morning. There are no tours made on Sundays. Commencing the tour on another day than Sunday will add an extra hotel night to your stay in order to join all the guided day tours. If not arriving in the Faroe Islands on a Sunday, add an additional hotel night to your stay in the booking form.
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.
Will I stay in Tórshavn throughout my time in the Faroe Islands?
Yes, you will stay in Tórshavn all nights. Tórshavn is very centrally located. You are never more than 1 hour away from the most far-flung corners of the archipelago when staying in Tórshavn.
I would be a solo traveller. Is this a private hotel accommodation i.e. would the hotel accommodation be private or would I be paired with another solo traveller in the same hotel room? You will get a private room including private bathroom.
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
34 reviews for Striking 8 Day Summer Package of the Faroe Islands with Top Attractions
Rated 3 out of 5
Alice –
The first three days of tours were great; our guide was engaging and was constantly telling us about geology, bird life, history, modern Faroese life, recommended hikes, and more. We had a good pace on all days and always the right amount of time to absorb the views etc.
On Monday (Vágar) the fog was almost too thick to even see Lake Leitisvatn, but the hike was still fun – our guide even altered our driving route on one of the other days so we had another chance to see some specific views.
Tuesday (Streymoy and Eysturoy) was a particular highlight – Tjørnuvík and Saksun villages are stunning.
Our guide went out of his way to incorporate our own interests where possible. He additionally took us to Kirkjubøur (not on the official itinerary), which was amazing and very appreciated!
Overall Days 2-4 were great and exactly what you would expect.
Days 5 and 6 were a major disappointment. We had a different guide, who throughout both days barely told us where we were going without being repeatedly prompted by another guest. No meaningful information was given about where we were or what we were seeing, just occasional generic comments or random information about her personal life. She was constantly talking on the phone (including while driving) – it came across quite unprofessional.
Our guide didn’t know the answer to almost any question and was clearly just making up answers – some of these were factually incorrect, others incoherent.
On Thursday (Suðuroy) we had issues with tickets for the ferry in both directions (that you wouldn’t expect with an experienced tour operator). On Day 6 our guide got lost twice trying to find a viewpoint, with the reason “I’m not from this town”…
We were physically taken to each location specified on the itinerary, but that’s about it. It just felt like aimless driving around. Sure, we can just google information about these places ourselves, but then why are we paying a lot of money for a “tour guide”? Considering the price, these days were almost offensively bad.
Day 7 (Mykines) was however fantastic!! Our two guides for this day were knowledgable and very friendly. It was particularly good how they accommodated different paces within the group during the hike. The island scenery, puffins, and ferry rides were all great.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oleksandra –
The Striking 8-Day Summer Package in the Faroe Islands was absolutely wonderful. The entire experience was thoughtfully planned and well organized. We were picked up and dropped off in a comfortable van, and our group never exceeded five people, which made the experience more personal.
Our local tour guide was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and patient enough to take countless photos for us. Each day was a great mix of scenic drives, short hikes, and, on some days, ferry or boat rides that added to the adventure.
A highlight of the trip was our visit to Mykines Island, where we were lucky enough to see thousands of puffins. The island itself was stunning and easily our favorite part of the tour.
The weather varied between rain, sun, and wind, sometimes all in one day. We were well-prepared with windproof and waterproof clothing, which is essential to fully enjoy the sightseeing regardless of the conditions.
Overall, it was an unforgettable experience and a perfect way to explore the breathtaking beauty of the Faroe Islands.
Rated 5 out of 5
Heather Black –
This was an exceptional trip. Jenz was an amazing guide who went above and beyond with everything.
Rated 5 out of 5
Vincent Truijens –
Loved my time. Everything was well organised and went to plan. Am telling lots of people to visit the faroes.
Rated 4 out of 5
Phyllis Bassin –
Enjoyed my time and natural beauty but VERY disappointed didn’t see puffins.
Rated 5 out of 5
Anna Grace Arbolario –
I had the best time! Faroe Islands is now one of my favorite places in the world!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sherlyn Tipayno –
Enjoyed the trip very much. No disappointments at all.
Accommodation was wonderful and the day trips all went wonderfully well. I didn’t think I needed a sunscreen lotion going there though, it should have been on the ‘to pack list’ 🙂
Thank you for arranging everything.
Rated 5 out of 5
Michael Talmor –
It was fabulous! I had a great time! I was a little afraid the weather was going to be too cold for me but it was fine. I might go back! My favorite part was seeing the Puffins😀.
Rated 5 out of 5
Stuart Weil –
We had a wonderful time. People were lovely in the places absolutely beautiful. The hotel was great. We’ve been telling everyone we know about it so hopefully we can swing a few more visitors your way. Thanks again for everything, regards, Stuart and Jane.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jeanie McKenzie –
I had six clear days of touring around with Guide to Faroes tour guides – the planning that would have been involved without going as part of the tour would have been virtually impossible as there were ferries or boat trips on 4 of the 6 days.
The comfortable vehicles are for small groups – there were only 4-7 of us on any particular day.
Every day was a visual feast, the rugged splendour of the Faroes is like nowhere else. The guides were delightful and happy to answer any questions. Like the scenery the Faroese are resilient, but they also very socially minded – I was very impressed with the way they look after each other.
These islands will always have a place in my heart.
Thanks for such a wonderful experience.
Rated 5 out of 5
Michalle Messmer –
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 8 day Faroe Island tour package. As a family run business, the tour was a local, personal, friendly experience. As expected, it rained most days, off and on, and our guides adjusted the scheduled events as needed. Being flexible is a must, and we felt we saw everything we came to see, including the puffins! Personal touches, like coffee and waffles served in the home of a remote island resident enriched our tour. Rain jackets, rain pants and waterproof hiking boots are highly recommended!
Rated 5 out of 5
Derek Han –
Absolutely FIVE stars rating! The 8-Day Summer Package is totally worth it. The beautiful scenery of Faroe Islands and the kind human beings on this island make me believe this trip is one of the most unforgettable journeys in my life. Thanks a lot for Hogni’s detailed arrangement based on my personal needs, as well as our guides Jens, Hansy, and Johan. All of them are super helpful and friendly. I believe the most beautiful scenery in the Faroe Islands is not just itself, but the people on this island. I am very lucky to have both on this trip.
Rated 5 out of 5
Rhonda Doak –
Fabulous exposure to the stunningly beautiful Faroe Islands. We had a wonderful trip and we’re lucky to have sunshine almost the entire trip. We saw so much in the islands, inclyding just about every highlight. Our guides were a local family who provided great care, sharing history, culture and personal stories. The guide team worked hard to accommodate every member of the group regardless of age or hiking ability. We had an amazing trip and would recommend to everyone. Thank you to Johan, sister Hansy, momma Jonah, and extra guide Jens for making our trip remarkable and memorable.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer Dobosh –
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in the Faroe Islands. The tour was fantastic and the guides were great! You have a beautiful country and very warm and friendly people.
Rated 5 out of 5
Tracey Acquaro-Pees –
Our tour was absolutely perfect! The Faroe Islands are stunningly beautiful, and the Faroese people are ingenious, resourceful, and welcoming. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and safety while giving us the most extraordinary and magical experience! I just can’t say enough about how knowledgeable they are and what good care they took of us. The islands themselves are a breathtaking, natural treasure. The hikes to Kallur Lighthouse and Trælanípa & Bøsdalafossur Waterfall, as well as the trip to Mykines to see the puffins, were all truly amazing. We will go back as soon as we are able! Many thanks to the whole family!
Rated 5 out of 5
Lyndy Lambert –
This whole trip was planned and executed very well and professionally. Guide To Faroe Islands is a travel agency which arranged for everything except our flights and dinners. Our guides were friendly, informative, knowledgeable, and took very good care of us. But don’t set your expectations too high on the weather. Mykines, with its plentiful puffins, is a highlight of the tour. The ferry to Mykines was canceled on Wednesday due to high winds, so we did a culture and history tour instead, which was nice. They rebooked us for Saturday, and the ferry canceled again. We went to Vestmanna instead, which was spectacular. The day trips wisely alternated between hiking on one day, then sightseeing on the next day. We were booked at the Hilton Garden Inn, which is new, clean, and has a great breakfast. It is a 25 minute walk, or 100 DKK taxi, to Thorshavn’s historic town, where many restaurants are located. We were there in early August. I highly recommend this trip, and I’m glad we didn’t try to sightsee by ourselves. But be prepared for fog, rain, and wind.
Rated 5 out of 5
Irina Munteanu –
Everything was perfect 🙂
Andreas, the guide, was very helpful, very well organized, and was able to apply “plan B” for the Mykines day (weather didn’t permitted us to go there by ferry)
I strongly recommend this tour, and Faroe in general. Great destination 🙂
Rated 5 out of 5
Wiley Lisa –
Fabulous trip! Beautiful scenery, friendly people, knowledgeable guides. We highly recommend it.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aldana AlBahrani –
I’ve had a fantastic time here at the Faroe Islands. Thank you for making everything so smooth and easy!
Rated 5 out of 5
Quiny Tse –
We’re very lucky to have good weather during our stay in Faroe. Our guide are very friendly. We love the people, landscape & food. I highly recommend the first time visitors to join this package tour.
We landed on Wednesday so missed the Mykines tour but the Guide to Faroe Islands team managed to book us on the following Monday with the same guide. Finally the ferry was cancelled whole last week. We’re so lucky that we could catch the ferry to Mykines on Monday with good weather. We took lots of pictures with Puffins. There are thousands of Puffins on Mykines.
We’re so impressed with the landscape with the hike in Kalsoy & floating lake. The weather was perfect during our hiking trips. Our last day tour to Streymoy & Eysturoy was raining but we still had fun to have homemade waffles and coffee in a local home with John & his mom. After the tour, John brought us to his mom’s house, his father had prepared some air-dried meat, fats, potatoes for us.
My husband and I will come back to see people and eat at KOKS when they return to their home in Faroe Islands.
Rated 5 out of 5
Lisa Pike-Buchanan –
We had the best time on this trip!! We have traveled to Iceland, Greenland and many other islands, but the Faroes was our favorite trip overall, largely due to our guided daily trips! Our guide made this adventure extra enjoyable. Instead of rigidly sticking to the planned itinerary, he watched the weather (moving days to hike when it was too wet), listened to what we wanted, and helped to meld that into an unforgettable experience! He shared his stories as a native and we learned a lot about the history and culture of the Faroese. We got lucky with the weather, and had plenty of clear days. The incredible coastal vistas we experienced on the islands we visited were unparalleled. It was the perfect mix of boat trips and hiking. Our hotel was very clean and we had a lovely view of the ocean from our room. We even got to take part in Culture Day in Torshavn! I would highly recommend the guide and will steer interested friends and family your way!
Rated 5 out of 5
Erin Huynh –
My tour was amazing! Had an amazing tour guide, he explained places so well and had so many stories to keep us entertained. The tour was well organized with a small group, enough to put all of us in a 7 seater van. It helped keep everyone together and was easier to get to know everyone. Both brothers were very communicative and made sure we had everything we needed. I usually don’t like joining group tours, but they were so prepared and had so many snacks and drinks for us ready! I was totally taken aback. The whole tour was made so I could relax so well, I basically waited for the van everyday and it was adventure time!
I specifically picked this package because it could go to all of the islands and I loved it! I totally recommend it to anyone who decides to go to the Faroes. I did comparisons with other companies and this package has all and everything (just about!) you want to see. I still miss it and am already planning on when to go back!
Rated 5 out of 5
Milan Trimborn –
I was extremely happy with the experience:) the tours were absolutely amazing, wonderful tourguide with such strong knowledge of the islands and the flexibility of adjusting the schedule on the basis of the weather was super helpful and worked out perfectly.
The selection of what to visit and variety of activities was stellar and needless to say the Faroe Islands are more than beautiful.
Hotel also great, liked the gym, breakfast, bar and room. Only thing was that the cleaning could have been a bit better. Staff was super friendly.
Rated 5 out of 5
Lee-Anne –
I loved every bit of this tour. I felt overwhelmed when planning my Faroe Islands holiday, until I found Guide to the Faroe Islands. Hogni planned everything perfectly for me, making sure I was able to see everything without a care in the world. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and made the experience a great one. Sad to be heading home.
Rated 5 out of 5
Iva Franjić –
I am in love with Faroe Islands! What a gorgeous country! I am definitely coming back! 🙂
Thank you once again for everything, especially for your patience and help with all my questions and requests!
Rated 5 out of 5
Teresa Lu –
I enjoyed all the tours. Especially the Mykines.
Rated 5 out of 5
Willene Spangenberg –
We enjoyed it very much thanks. Such a beautiful place and the people are friendly and welcoming.
Rated 5 out of 5
Joseph Friedrich –
We enjoyed the tour but would have like better weather.
Rated 5 out of 5
Philomena Gan –
It’s been a good vacation except the weather is not cooperating.
Rated 5 out of 5
Wendell Porterfield –
Wonderful trip
Rated 5 out of 5
Eric and Helen Middleton –
We have had a wonderful time, so different. We enjoyed everything. So pretty and calm, gorgeous scenery everywhere. We were very happy with all the arrangements and pick up times with very good and knowledgeable guides. Again, thank you for a lovely week in the Faroe Islands and soooo nice to say hi to the puffins.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oriana Gallardo –
We wanted to let you know that the tour was awesome, and we are very satisfied with the service provided. The Faroe islands are awesome. We really had a great time.
Rated 4 out of 5
Tara Kacmarcik –
Overall, it’s been beautiful. The landscapes here are amazing! I love the “naked” lush green moutains with tiny bright towns throughout. We had mainly good weather and made the best of the rain at Vestmanna, which was breathtaking. Given more time I could spend hours sitting at so many of the places that were highlighted. And I am very happy to have seen the puffins up close. Adorable.
Rated 5 out of 5
Klaudia Garas –
Thank you for organising everything, the place is magical, I enjoyed every minute of being there.
Alice –
The first three days of tours were great; our guide was engaging and was constantly telling us about geology, bird life, history, modern Faroese life, recommended hikes, and more. We had a good pace on all days and always the right amount of time to absorb the views etc.
On Monday (Vágar) the fog was almost too thick to even see Lake Leitisvatn, but the hike was still fun – our guide even altered our driving route on one of the other days so we had another chance to see some specific views.
Tuesday (Streymoy and Eysturoy) was a particular highlight – Tjørnuvík and Saksun villages are stunning.
Our guide went out of his way to incorporate our own interests where possible. He additionally took us to Kirkjubøur (not on the official itinerary), which was amazing and very appreciated!
Overall Days 2-4 were great and exactly what you would expect.
Days 5 and 6 were a major disappointment. We had a different guide, who throughout both days barely told us where we were going without being repeatedly prompted by another guest. No meaningful information was given about where we were or what we were seeing, just occasional generic comments or random information about her personal life. She was constantly talking on the phone (including while driving) – it came across quite unprofessional.
Our guide didn’t know the answer to almost any question and was clearly just making up answers – some of these were factually incorrect, others incoherent.
On Thursday (Suðuroy) we had issues with tickets for the ferry in both directions (that you wouldn’t expect with an experienced tour operator). On Day 6 our guide got lost twice trying to find a viewpoint, with the reason “I’m not from this town”…
We were physically taken to each location specified on the itinerary, but that’s about it. It just felt like aimless driving around. Sure, we can just google information about these places ourselves, but then why are we paying a lot of money for a “tour guide”? Considering the price, these days were almost offensively bad.
Day 7 (Mykines) was however fantastic!! Our two guides for this day were knowledgable and very friendly. It was particularly good how they accommodated different paces within the group during the hike. The island scenery, puffins, and ferry rides were all great.
Oleksandra –
The Striking 8-Day Summer Package in the Faroe Islands was absolutely wonderful. The entire experience was thoughtfully planned and well organized. We were picked up and dropped off in a comfortable van, and our group never exceeded five people, which made the experience more personal.
Our local tour guide was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and patient enough to take countless photos for us. Each day was a great mix of scenic drives, short hikes, and, on some days, ferry or boat rides that added to the adventure.
A highlight of the trip was our visit to Mykines Island, where we were lucky enough to see thousands of puffins. The island itself was stunning and easily our favorite part of the tour.
The weather varied between rain, sun, and wind, sometimes all in one day. We were well-prepared with windproof and waterproof clothing, which is essential to fully enjoy the sightseeing regardless of the conditions.
Overall, it was an unforgettable experience and a perfect way to explore the breathtaking beauty of the Faroe Islands.
Heather Black –
This was an exceptional trip. Jenz was an amazing guide who went above and beyond with everything.
Vincent Truijens –
Loved my time. Everything was well organised and went to plan. Am telling lots of people to visit the faroes.
Phyllis Bassin –
Enjoyed my time and natural beauty but VERY disappointed didn’t see puffins.
Anna Grace Arbolario –
I had the best time! Faroe Islands is now one of my favorite places in the world!
Sherlyn Tipayno –
Enjoyed the trip very much. No disappointments at all.
Accommodation was wonderful and the day trips all went wonderfully well. I didn’t think I needed a sunscreen lotion going there though, it should have been on the ‘to pack list’ 🙂
Thank you for arranging everything.
Michael Talmor –
It was fabulous! I had a great time! I was a little afraid the weather was going to be too cold for me but it was fine. I might go back! My favorite part was seeing the Puffins😀.
Stuart Weil –
We had a wonderful time. People were lovely in the places absolutely beautiful. The hotel was great. We’ve been telling everyone we know about it so hopefully we can swing a few more visitors your way. Thanks again for everything, regards, Stuart and Jane.
Jeanie McKenzie –
I had six clear days of touring around with Guide to Faroes tour guides – the planning that would have been involved without going as part of the tour would have been virtually impossible as there were ferries or boat trips on 4 of the 6 days.
The comfortable vehicles are for small groups – there were only 4-7 of us on any particular day.
Every day was a visual feast, the rugged splendour of the Faroes is like nowhere else. The guides were delightful and happy to answer any questions. Like the scenery the Faroese are resilient, but they also very socially minded – I was very impressed with the way they look after each other.
These islands will always have a place in my heart.
Thanks for such a wonderful experience.
Michalle Messmer –
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 8 day Faroe Island tour package. As a family run business, the tour was a local, personal, friendly experience. As expected, it rained most days, off and on, and our guides adjusted the scheduled events as needed. Being flexible is a must, and we felt we saw everything we came to see, including the puffins! Personal touches, like coffee and waffles served in the home of a remote island resident enriched our tour. Rain jackets, rain pants and waterproof hiking boots are highly recommended!
Derek Han –
Absolutely FIVE stars rating! The 8-Day Summer Package is totally worth it. The beautiful scenery of Faroe Islands and the kind human beings on this island make me believe this trip is one of the most unforgettable journeys in my life. Thanks a lot for Hogni’s detailed arrangement based on my personal needs, as well as our guides Jens, Hansy, and Johan. All of them are super helpful and friendly. I believe the most beautiful scenery in the Faroe Islands is not just itself, but the people on this island. I am very lucky to have both on this trip.
Rhonda Doak –
Fabulous exposure to the stunningly beautiful Faroe Islands. We had a wonderful trip and we’re lucky to have sunshine almost the entire trip. We saw so much in the islands, inclyding just about every highlight. Our guides were a local family who provided great care, sharing history, culture and personal stories. The guide team worked hard to accommodate every member of the group regardless of age or hiking ability. We had an amazing trip and would recommend to everyone. Thank you to Johan, sister Hansy, momma Jonah, and extra guide Jens for making our trip remarkable and memorable.
Jennifer Dobosh –
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in the Faroe Islands. The tour was fantastic and the guides were great! You have a beautiful country and very warm and friendly people.
Tracey Acquaro-Pees –
Our tour was absolutely perfect! The Faroe Islands are stunningly beautiful, and the Faroese people are ingenious, resourceful, and welcoming. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and safety while giving us the most extraordinary and magical experience! I just can’t say enough about how knowledgeable they are and what good care they took of us. The islands themselves are a breathtaking, natural treasure. The hikes to Kallur Lighthouse and Trælanípa & Bøsdalafossur Waterfall, as well as the trip to Mykines to see the puffins, were all truly amazing. We will go back as soon as we are able! Many thanks to the whole family!
Lyndy Lambert –
This whole trip was planned and executed very well and professionally. Guide To Faroe Islands is a travel agency which arranged for everything except our flights and dinners. Our guides were friendly, informative, knowledgeable, and took very good care of us. But don’t set your expectations too high on the weather. Mykines, with its plentiful puffins, is a highlight of the tour. The ferry to Mykines was canceled on Wednesday due to high winds, so we did a culture and history tour instead, which was nice. They rebooked us for Saturday, and the ferry canceled again. We went to Vestmanna instead, which was spectacular. The day trips wisely alternated between hiking on one day, then sightseeing on the next day. We were booked at the Hilton Garden Inn, which is new, clean, and has a great breakfast. It is a 25 minute walk, or 100 DKK taxi, to Thorshavn’s historic town, where many restaurants are located. We were there in early August. I highly recommend this trip, and I’m glad we didn’t try to sightsee by ourselves. But be prepared for fog, rain, and wind.
Irina Munteanu –
Everything was perfect 🙂
Andreas, the guide, was very helpful, very well organized, and was able to apply “plan B” for the Mykines day (weather didn’t permitted us to go there by ferry)
I strongly recommend this tour, and Faroe in general. Great destination 🙂
Wiley Lisa –
Fabulous trip! Beautiful scenery, friendly people, knowledgeable guides. We highly recommend it.
Aldana AlBahrani –
I’ve had a fantastic time here at the Faroe Islands. Thank you for making everything so smooth and easy!
Quiny Tse –
We’re very lucky to have good weather during our stay in Faroe. Our guide are very friendly. We love the people, landscape & food. I highly recommend the first time visitors to join this package tour.
We landed on Wednesday so missed the Mykines tour but the Guide to Faroe Islands team managed to book us on the following Monday with the same guide. Finally the ferry was cancelled whole last week. We’re so lucky that we could catch the ferry to Mykines on Monday with good weather. We took lots of pictures with Puffins. There are thousands of Puffins on Mykines.
We’re so impressed with the landscape with the hike in Kalsoy & floating lake. The weather was perfect during our hiking trips. Our last day tour to Streymoy & Eysturoy was raining but we still had fun to have homemade waffles and coffee in a local home with John & his mom. After the tour, John brought us to his mom’s house, his father had prepared some air-dried meat, fats, potatoes for us.
My husband and I will come back to see people and eat at KOKS when they return to their home in Faroe Islands.
Lisa Pike-Buchanan –
We had the best time on this trip!! We have traveled to Iceland, Greenland and many other islands, but the Faroes was our favorite trip overall, largely due to our guided daily trips! Our guide made this adventure extra enjoyable. Instead of rigidly sticking to the planned itinerary, he watched the weather (moving days to hike when it was too wet), listened to what we wanted, and helped to meld that into an unforgettable experience! He shared his stories as a native and we learned a lot about the history and culture of the Faroese. We got lucky with the weather, and had plenty of clear days. The incredible coastal vistas we experienced on the islands we visited were unparalleled. It was the perfect mix of boat trips and hiking. Our hotel was very clean and we had a lovely view of the ocean from our room. We even got to take part in Culture Day in Torshavn! I would highly recommend the guide and will steer interested friends and family your way!
Erin Huynh –
My tour was amazing! Had an amazing tour guide, he explained places so well and had so many stories to keep us entertained. The tour was well organized with a small group, enough to put all of us in a 7 seater van. It helped keep everyone together and was easier to get to know everyone. Both brothers were very communicative and made sure we had everything we needed. I usually don’t like joining group tours, but they were so prepared and had so many snacks and drinks for us ready! I was totally taken aback. The whole tour was made so I could relax so well, I basically waited for the van everyday and it was adventure time!
I specifically picked this package because it could go to all of the islands and I loved it! I totally recommend it to anyone who decides to go to the Faroes. I did comparisons with other companies and this package has all and everything (just about!) you want to see. I still miss it and am already planning on when to go back!
Milan Trimborn –
I was extremely happy with the experience:) the tours were absolutely amazing, wonderful tourguide with such strong knowledge of the islands and the flexibility of adjusting the schedule on the basis of the weather was super helpful and worked out perfectly.
The selection of what to visit and variety of activities was stellar and needless to say the Faroe Islands are more than beautiful.
Hotel also great, liked the gym, breakfast, bar and room. Only thing was that the cleaning could have been a bit better. Staff was super friendly.
Lee-Anne –
I loved every bit of this tour. I felt overwhelmed when planning my Faroe Islands holiday, until I found Guide to the Faroe Islands. Hogni planned everything perfectly for me, making sure I was able to see everything without a care in the world. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and made the experience a great one. Sad to be heading home.
Iva Franjić –
I am in love with Faroe Islands! What a gorgeous country! I am definitely coming back! 🙂
Thank you once again for everything, especially for your patience and help with all my questions and requests!
Teresa Lu –
I enjoyed all the tours. Especially the Mykines.
Willene Spangenberg –
We enjoyed it very much thanks. Such a beautiful place and the people are friendly and welcoming.
Joseph Friedrich –
We enjoyed the tour but would have like better weather.
Philomena Gan –
It’s been a good vacation except the weather is not cooperating.
Wendell Porterfield –
Wonderful trip
Eric and Helen Middleton –
We have had a wonderful time, so different. We enjoyed everything. So pretty and calm, gorgeous scenery everywhere. We were very happy with all the arrangements and pick up times with very good and knowledgeable guides. Again, thank you for a lovely week in the Faroe Islands and soooo nice to say hi to the puffins.
Oriana Gallardo –
We wanted to let you know that the tour was awesome, and we are very satisfied with the service provided. The Faroe islands are awesome. We really had a great time.
Tara Kacmarcik –
Overall, it’s been beautiful. The landscapes here are amazing! I love the “naked” lush green moutains with tiny bright towns throughout. We had mainly good weather and made the best of the rain at Vestmanna, which was breathtaking. Given more time I could spend hours sitting at so many of the places that were highlighted. And I am very happy to have seen the puffins up close. Adorable.
Klaudia Garas –
Thank you for organising everything, the place is magical, I enjoyed every minute of being there.