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 Kalsoy Island known for its serene lighthouse, 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. Walk between the many turf-roofed houses in the archipelago and see the filming locations used in the James Bond film ‘No Time to Die’!
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 and trail permission tickets 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
Walking
Attractions
Borðoy Island
Bøsdalafossur Waterfall
Bøur
Drangarnir Sea Arch
Eysturoy Island
Fossá Waterfall
Funningur
Gásadalur
Geituskorardrangur
Gjógv
Kallur Lighthouse
Kalsoy Island
Klaksvík
Lake Leitisvatn
Líraberg Cliff
Mikladalur
Múlafossur Waterfall
Mykines Island
Risin & Kellingin
Saksun
Sandoy Island
Seal Lady Statue
Streymoy Island
Tindhólmur
Tjørnuvík
Tórshavn
Trælanípa Cliff
Vágar Island
Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Video
Map
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./p>
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./p>
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
Sandoy Island
Tuesday. Today, you will explore to Sandoy Island. Here, you will enjoy the best views possible.
Your driver will pick you up at 09:00 at your hotel and then head south. When you get to Sandoy Island, the first thing you will see are peaceful lakes found in a valley.
Sandoy Island comes with more gentle mountains than most islands in the archipelago. You will witness this as you drive to Skopun. In order to get to the settlement, you will drive on the first road made in the Faroe Islands.
Now, you will go for a faily short hike to Líraberg Cliff. Enjoy the impressive views. Seeing the rock wall behind the sea stacks is one of the highlights.
After a full day of outstanding nature in various small hamlets, your driver will take you back to Tórshavn. You will be dropped off at your hotel in the afternoon around 15:00.
Day 4
Kalsoy Island & Kallur Lighthouse
Wednesday. Kalsoy Island is spectacular. The island lies a 20-minutes ferry ride from the mainland Borðoy Island.
You will be picked up at 08:30 in the morning and then head north to Klaksvík. Then you will take the ferry to Kalsoy Island. There are several amazing locations to see on this island, and you will see them all.
Your tour guide will make sure to hike with you to Kallur Lighthouse and to show you the James Bond landmark commemorating the role that Kalsoy Island plays in the film 'No Time to Die'. You will also enjoy the settlement Mikladalur with its lush green hills and unique sights of the Seal Lady Statue located along the coastline.
You will take the ferry back to Klaksvík in the afternoon. Once you get to Tórshavn, your tour guide will take you to your hotel around 16:30.
Day 5
The Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
Thursday. 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 6
Streymoy Island & Eysturoy Island
Friday. Get ready for a full day on the capital island and the nearby Eysturoy Island. 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 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 to 4* hotel available)
En suite bathroom at hotel
Daily Breakfast
6-day guided tour in a small group (max 8 pax)
Local English speaking tour guide
Airport transfer on arrival/departure (shared taxi)
Packed lunch (provided 5 out of your 6 guided days)
Cancel your booking and receive a full refund up to 1 week before start of package
Not included
Flights
Dinner in the evening
State tourist tax: 20 DKK per person, per night — collected by the hotel at check-out
What to bring
Wind proof jacket
Good hiking shoes
Hat
Camera
Additional Information
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. You can add additional hotel nights to your stay in the booking form. Just let us know your day of arrival and departure.
Frequently asked questions
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.
If we decide to stay extra nights after the end of the package, is the airport transfer still included?
Yes, the return transfer to the airport is always included.
