How to See Faroe Islands without a Car | Best 6-Day Itinerary

Want to explore the Faroe Islands without renting a car? Looking for a local expert to take care of driving the roads in the island group? This rental car-free itinerary allows you to relax and focus on the spectacular scenery. Local experts will handle the logistics and share their deep knowledge of the islands’ natural wonders, culture, and more!

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Located halfway between Iceland and Scotland, the far-flung Faroe Islands are home to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes. From rugged mountains to pristine lakes, lush green gras in summer and snow every now and then in winter, the Faroe Islands are a true marvel of nature, and the perfect destination for outdoor explorers.

Good Reasons to Explore the Faroe Islands Without a Car

With no trains, no Uber service and less than hundred (yes, 100!) taxis in the country, exploring the Faroe Islands without a car might seem daunting, but it is entirely possible. It might very well turn out to be incredible rewarding when you team up with local guides.

If you are in the hunt for a trip that will leave you recharged, this itinerary will cover it. You will get 360 degrees views away from the crowds and so much more. 

This 6-day itinerary takes you through the archipelago’s most stunning landscapes. From towering rock formations on Sandoy Island to remote settlements and secluded fjords on Eysturoy Island, all through guided tours bookable on Guide to Faroe Islands.

Use these day tours as an inspiration or join them for a safe, reliable, and comfortable way of travelling. Continue reading and you will have everything you need to get going.

Day 1: Arrival in the Faroe Islands

Touch down at Vágar Airport and take the airport shuttle to Tórshavn, the capital city. There is only one airport in the island group so all flights to the Faroe Islands land on Vágar Island. 

Home to the hotels and almost half of the 55,000 inhabitants in the archipelago, staying in Tórshavn is the best way to explore the isles. Check out the best hotels in the Faroe Islands and stay at one matching your travel goals.

The islands are well connected thanks to a state-of-the-art network of tunnels, both mountain tunnels and underwater tunnels. When in Tórshavn, you are never more than one hour away from the farthest corners connected with the capital by roads.

So base yourself in Tórshavn for the entire stay. In addition, most guided day tours include transportation from Tórshavn.

After checking into your hotel, spend the rest of the day exploring the historic Tinganes peninsula with its grass-roofed buildings and narrow lanes. Viking chieftains gathered on the peninsula thousand years ago. Now it is home to the Prime Minister’s office and other government ministries. 

Visit the harbour area including the Skansin Fortress with lovely ocean views. Enjoy dinner at one of the city’s renowned restaurants serving delicious courses. The food culture in the Faroe Islands is a journey in its own right and you can taste a variety of the fresh produce in the Reyn district downtown.

Day 2: Vágar Island | Múlafossur Waterfall & More!

Vágar Island hosts some of the archipelago’s most photographed locations. Spend a day on Vágar Island and explore these three attractions:

• Múlafossur Waterfall
• Lake Leitisvatn
• Sod-roof settlement Bøur

Gásadalur is a tiny settlement where Múlafossur Waterfall cascades endlessly into the ocean. The “floating lake” has its name from the optical illusion views you get of Lake Leitisvatn after an hours walk along the freshwater lake. Bøur sits along the coastline with many houses covered with grass. The views from Bøur are gorgeous.   

There are loads of other attractions worth seeing so if you want more, go to the Drangarnir Sea Arch. Exploring the sea arch includes a boat ride. 

Book this Day Tour to Vágar Island with a local guide. Or you can browse all Vágar Island Tours for a variety of tours on the airport island.  

Day 3: Eysturoy Island & Streymoy Islands

This action-packed day covers the two major islands in the Faroe Islands. They are connected by the sub-sea tunnel Eysturoyartunnilin. This tunnel comes with the world’s first underwater tunnel. Your day in the Faroe Islands without a car but a expert local tour guide includes these attractions:

• Risin & Kellingin sea-stacks  
• Sea gorge settlement Gjógv
• Saksun with its black-sand lagoon 
• Fossá Waterfall

Get the views of Risin & Kellingin from near the village Eiði. There is a parking lot in nature where you will will have undisrupted views of the basalt formations rising from the sea. 

Between the sea stacks vantage point and the small settlement Gjógv sits the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands, Slættaratindur (882m / 2894ft). Gjógv has a beautiful sea gorge and much more. 

Saksun is home to a black sand lagoon which you can walk. You can easily spend two hours walking the the beach at the end of the impressive lagoon. Moreover, the hamlet’s grass-roofed church is as picturesque as it gets!

Fossá Waterfall is the highest fall in the Faroe Islands. While in the area you might also want to visit the hidden settlement Tjørnuvík.

Experience it all when booking this Day Tour to Streymoy Island & Eysturoy Island. You can easily spend several days exploring Streymoy Island and Eysturoy Island but with your limited time, the attractions above are not to be missed.

Day 4: Sandoy Island | Líraberg Cliff & More!

Known as the “Sandy Island,” Sandoy Island has a somewhat more gentle nature appearance than most of the islands. That said, you will also see soaring cliffs and a craggy coastline. This day includes both sides of the island. Visit these attractions:

• Líraberg Cliff
• Sand Dunes in Sandur
• Remote settlement Dalur

Líraberg Cliff is the island’s highlight. Find your way to the village Skopun. From there you will walk and go for a short hike to a vantage point with spectacular views. 

Before you get to Sandoy Island, you will drive through the underwater tunnel Sandoyartunnilin. It connects the island to the capital island, Streymoy Island. 

The sand dunes found in the village Sandur are always worthwhile. When in Sandur, you will have views of the secluded Skúvoy Island home to birds and very few people. Going further afield to Dalur, you will feel the remoteness of the place. 

Secure your spot on this Day Tour to Sandoy Island. For more options on the island, browse all Sandoy Island tours available.

Day 5: Suðuroy Island | Including Beinisvørð Promontory

The Faroe Islands used to be 18 islands separated by straits and sounds. Now, seven of the islands are connected by roads. Nevertheless, we want you to experience how it is to sail in the Faroe Islands. So make sure to prioritise Suðuroy Island. The day begins with an epic 2-hour ferry journey through the North Atlantic to reach Suðuroy Island. This island adventure includes:

• Beinisvørð Promontory
• Colourful houses in coastal settlement Sumba
• Akraberg Lighthouse
• The wooden bridge at Rituskor Cleft

The ferry Smyril links Suðuroy Island to Tórshavn. Smyril is a comfortable and reliable ferry with food options and more onboard. 

Beinisvørð Promontory is the highest of its kind on the island. On clear days, you will get the most spectacular views of the dramatic west side on the island.

Sumba is home to a cluster of incredibly colourful houses and the place comes with an awe-inspiring backdrop. Same goes for Akraberg Lighthouse which is also the island’s most southerly point. In the opposite end of the island hangs a short wooden bridge over Rituskor Cleft. Cross it if you dare!

Book this Day tour to Suðuroy Island. The tour comes with everything included. From the ferry ticket, transport on the island, and as always a local tour guide.

Day 6: Departure

On your final morning, take one last stroll through Tórshavn. If your flight departs in the afternoon, head to the National Gallery of the Faroe Islands. It is a great way to experience through art what you have explored and seen with your own eyes outdoors in the last few days. Pre-book your Entry Ticket to the National Gallery of the Faroe Islands and skip the line.

It is now time to catch your airport transfer. Take a look at Airport transfer options between Tórshavn and Vágar Airport.

Book Guided Day Tours and Explore without own Car

Coming to the Faroe Islands without renting a car does not need to impede your holiday. Joining day tours with expert, and always local guides, makes it easy for you to travel the many beautiful locations. From the most famous attractions to hidden gems found in no guide books or travel blogs about the Faroe Islands. 

Here are some of the advantages with guided day tours:

• The guides will handle all the logistics
• All guides are locals and know their islands
• Guides take care of all inter-island transportation
• There are never more than 8 people exploring together in a small group

Despite the remote location of the Faroe Islands and its rugged terrain, a well-organised tourism infrastructure makes it easy to experience all the breathtaking landscapes. Moreover, the Faroe Islands’ network of guides and independent tour operators gathered on Guide to Faroe Islands are there to ensure you do not miss out on anything. This means you can focus entirely on the outstanding nature that makes the Faroe Islands a sought-after travel destination.

Stay in Tórshavn throughout your Stay

One more thing. A lot of first-time travellers to the Faroe Islands have heard somewhere that staying on Vágar Island is good on your last day as you will then be closer to the airport on that same island. We always recommend you to stay in Tórshavn on your last evening as well. 

There are good reasons for this. There are 2 taxis on Vágar Island in total while there are 70 taxis in Tórshavn. Getting a taxi from Tórshavn to the airport is so much more reliable.

Taxis in Tórshavn pick up people 2 hours prior to flight departure. That is how it is always done. You will be at the airport more than 1 hour prior to your flight departure. It takes only 45 minutes to drive from Tórshavn to Vágar Airport. The airport is very small, we have Gate 1 and Gate 2. There are rarely more than 10 departures a day. So there will be no queues and the check in is always very smooth. 

We want to emphasise this as we get a lot of question about this. So rest assured that stay in Tórshavn the evening before your outbound flight is the best thing to do.

You can reserve a taxi by calling the taxi company Auto on this phone number +298 666666. You can also reserve a taxi by email: booking@auto.fo. Or you can book an airport transfer here.

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