Hop aboard a small group tour for this essential Eysturoy Island experience. You will visit the remote village Gjógv, hike to the breathtaking Hvíthamar viewpoint and visit so many other exciting places on Eysturoy Island.
You will also get the chance to get inside a local sheep house. Along the way, you will see the sea-stacks Risin and Kellingin also known as the Giant and his Wife. This tour is for those who want to immerse themselves in Faroe Islands' nature and want to cover the best attractions on Eysturoy Island in a day. The tour has a delightful combination of nature, small villages, and unique local culture.
Your trip to Eysturoy Island starts in Tórshavn. Your local expert tour guide will pick you up in the capital. Pickup at hotels only. From Tórshavn you will head through the subsea tunnel Eysturoyartunnilin with the world's only underwater roundabout. First up is the village Elduvík with lots of fasinating stories and a beautiful coastline.
Now, get ready for the picture-perfect settlement Gjógv. This village is set in outstanding surroundings. The mountain road from the highest point on the tour and down the valley to Gjógv is amazing. You will pass Slættaratindur the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands just before driving down the narrow road to Gjógv.
When in Gjógv, you will witness the remarkable gorge on which you will find the villager's only harbour. You can take the stairs down to the gorge and walk along the edge to the spot where many travellers want to get a photo of the gorge and the village together.
You will also stop to get the best views of the sea-stacks Risin and Kellingin. When you explored these three stunning attractions, you will have a delicious lunch at a restaurant, visit a wool shop before you get back to the capital Tórshavn.
What are you waiting for? This spectacular Eysturoy Island day tour will give you some of the best nature and most authentic culture that Faroe Islands has to offer. Check availability by choosing a date.
Activities
Cultural Activity
Hiking
Sightseeing
Attractions
Elduvík
Eysturoy Island
Eysturoy Tunnel
Gjógv
Hvíthamar
Lake Toftavatn
Risin & Kellingin
Slættaratindur
Strendur
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