Classic Faroe Islands
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Highlights
Take an optional boat trip to the Vestmanna bird cliffs
Delve into the colourful capital of Torshavn
See Viking ruins and turf-roofed farms
View Mulafossur waterfall plunging into the sea
Visit the famous Island Wool Company at Toftir
Enjoy a cultural evening in the remote village of Gjogv
Why this trip...
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Overview
With a whole week to explore the breathtaking Faroes, this free-spirited self-drive weaves through several of the islands, allowing you to explore at a relaxed pace and enjoy the many natural and cultural wonders of this rugged North Atlantic outpost. Starting on Vagar, you’ll island-hop across Streymoy, Eysturoy and Bordoy before driving back to the capital Torshavn. There’s also time for optional visits to Mykines, Sandoy or Nolsoy.
Wild wonders of the west
On arrival, instead of driving from the airport to the capital Torshavn, this itinerary lingers on the island of Vagar for your first couple of nights. And for good reason too. Vagar not only boasts two of the Faroe Islands’ most iconic sights (the horsetail waterfall of Mulafossur cascading over sea cliffs, and Sorgasvatn ‘the lake above the ocean’), but it is also the stepping-off point for optional ferry trips to Mykines – a wonderful little island that’s peppered with puffins during summer. Alternatively, you could drive to Vestmanna from where boat tours depart daily for the Vestmanna Bird Cliffs, soaring 700m above sea level and home to thousands of seabirds including kittiwakes and guillemots.
Exploring the Northern Isles
Leaving Vagar, it’s a breathtaking drive to the Northern Isles, stopping en route for a night in the tiny village of Gjogv, perched between mountains and cliffs, with a narrow gorge providing locals with the only access to the sea. On Wednesday nights during summer, Guesthouse Gjaargardur hosts a cultural evening with a Faroese buffet and traditional chain dancing. Continuing towards the Northern Isles the following morning, there’s time to visit the Viking ruins at Leirvik before driving through the tunnel between Eysturoy and Bordoy. The fishing town of Klaksvik is the cultural hub of the Northern Isles, but other highlights worth exploring include the statue of the Seal Woman on Kalsoy Island (reached by ferry) and the Faroes’ northernmost village of Vidareidi (on Vidoy island) where there are magnificent views of mountains and cliffs.
Southern Eysturoy and Torshavn
Leaving the Northern Isles, your itinerary takes you back to Eysturoy, looping through the southern part of the island where you can visit the famous wool factory at Toftir and enjoy lunch at the charming Gardahusid in Soldafjordur – a traditional Faroese homestead with views across Skalafjordur. Round off your holiday with two nights in the capital Torshavn with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, sampling local cuisine or taking a day-trip by ferry to the islands of Sandoy or Nolsoy.
Itinerary
The itinerary shown is an example of this self-drive holiday. We have many other hotels and route recommendations which can be tailored to your requirements. Please discuss with our Travel Specialists who can put together a bespoke itinerary for you.
Day 1 arrive in the Faroe Islands
Fly to the international airport on Vagar Island, collect your rental vehicle and drive to Torshavn on the island of Streymoy for a two-night stay.
Fly to the international airport on Vagar Island, collect your rental vehicle and drive to Torshavn on the island of Streymoy for a two-night stay.
Day 2 exploring Vagar Island
Return to Vagar Island to explore visiting the towns of Sandavagur, Bour and Gasadalur. You may also choose to take the ferry to the island of Mykines or drive to Vestmanna and join a boat excursion to the bird cliffs from there.
Return to Vagar Island to explore visiting the towns of Sandavagur, Bour and Gasadalur. You may also choose to take the ferry to the island of Mykines or drive to Vestmanna and join a boat excursion to the bird cliffs from there.
Day 3 Torshavn - Gjogv
Drive to the beautiful small villages of Saksun, set in a natural amphitheatre high above the tidal lagoon and Tjornuvik. Continue north to the Island of Eysturoy visiting the small settlements that lead to the tiny village of Gjogv offering dramatic views over the North Atlantic. Overnight at Guesthouse Gjaargardur.
On Wednesday nights from June to August, there will be a Cultural Evening which includes a dinner platter of local specialities.
Drive to the beautiful small villages of Saksun, set in a natural amphitheatre high above the tidal lagoon and Tjornuvik. Continue north to the Island of Eysturoy visiting the small settlements that lead to the tiny village of Gjogv offering dramatic views over the North Atlantic. Overnight at Guesthouse Gjaargardur.
On Wednesday nights from June to August, there will be a Cultural Evening which includes a dinner platter of local specialities.
Day 4 Gjogv - Klaksvik
Drive to the island of Bordoy and visit Klaksvik, the second biggest town of the Faroe Islands. En route make a stop in Leirvik and visit the old Viking ruins. Take time to explore the small villages on the islands of Vidoy, Kunoy and finally Bordoy, where you overnight at Hotel Klaksvik.
Drive to the island of Bordoy and visit Klaksvik, the second biggest town of the Faroe Islands. En route make a stop in Leirvik and visit the old Viking ruins. Take time to explore the small villages on the islands of Vidoy, Kunoy and finally Bordoy, where you overnight at Hotel Klaksvik.
Day 5 Klasvik - Torshavn
Explore the southern part of Eysturoy, perhaps visit the famous wool factory Navia in Toftir and the Viking age villages of Sydrugota, Gotugjogv, and Nordragota. Take a drive over the mountains for a magnificent view of the islands before heading to the capital Torshavn for the following three nights.
Explore the southern part of Eysturoy, perhaps visit the famous wool factory Navia in Toftir and the Viking age villages of Sydrugota, Gotugjogv, and Nordragota. Take a drive over the mountains for a magnificent view of the islands before heading to the capital Torshavn for the following three nights.
Excursions
Enhance your holiday by pre-booking a selection of excursions and activities. View or download the pdf and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.
Open Excursions PDFPrices and Departures
Price from £795 excluding flights
Airfares are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.
What's Included
- Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
- Daily breakfast
- Car rental throughout with unlimited mileage
- Culture evening*
- 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection
From prices per person
Based on two sharing in rooms with private facilities, unless otherwise stated
| Departure | Duration | Car category | Twin Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr - May 2020 | 7 nights | B - Ford Fiesta | £795 |
| Apr - May 2020 | 7 nights | C - Ford Focus | £809 |
| Apr - May 2020 | 7 nights | D - Volvo V40 | £823 |
| Jun - Sep 2020 | 7 nights | B - Ford Fiesta | £879 |
| Jun - Sep 2020 | 7 nights | C - Ford Focus | £893 |
| Jun - Sep 2020 | 7 nights | D - Volvo V40 | £914 |
| Oct 2020 | 7 nights | B - Ford Fiesta | £795 |
| Oct 2020 | 7 nights | C - Ford Focus | £809 |
| Oct 2020 | 7 nights | D - Volvo V40 | £823 |
* Culture Evening is included if staying at Guesthouse Gjaargardur on a Wednesday night in June, July or August.
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