Experience up close the birdlife, the green nuances of the mountains, the colourful villages, beautiful deep fjords and the nearby islands that rise majestically. Maybe you will feel as though you are part of a fairytale world.

"We thoroughly enjoyed both the Faroes and Iceland. The accommodation you booked for us was very comfortable. We got in some good walks in the Faroes, did the bird cliffs boat trip and also the trip out to Mykines. One night we took in a cultural night at Gjogv, which was a lot of fun." Bob, 2011 August Tour

Countries visited

• Faroe Islands

Transportation

By car and on foot

Included In Price

Return flight with Atlantic Airways to the Faroe Islands (from Bergen, Copenhagen, London or Reykjavik) and taxes. Car hire group B including unlimited km, CDW and VAT. Accommodation with breakfast, return journey on the ferry “Smyril”, Tórshavn-Suðuroy, sailing trip with Norðlýsið and guided walk in Tórshavn.

Meals Included

none

Not Included In Price

Tunnel fee of 130 kr / € 18

Day 1: Arrive with Atlantic Airways, drive to Miðvágur

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Arrive with Atlantic Airways to Vágar Airport. Collect your hire car. Drive to the village of Miðvágur where the old path leads out to Trælanípan. Sit and enjoy the atmosphere of the waves and the birdsong all around. The path follows the shoreline of the largest lake, Leitisvatn. At the end of the lake is a waterfall, Bøssdalafossur. For more information contact the tourist office in Miðvágur before you start the walk. Overnight accommodation on Eysturoy.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation on Eysturoy.

Meals Included

none

Day 2: Sjúrðargøta path

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From Fuglafjørður you can follow the old path called Sjúrðargøta towards Hellur. On top of the Skarðið path are two cairns. The custom is to throw three small stones onto the cairns every time you pass by. You have a fantastic view across to the Northern Islands. For more information contact the tourist office in Fuglafjørður before you start the tour.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation on Eysturoy.

Meals Included

none

Day 3: Saksun, Dúvugarðar and ferry to Suðuroy

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Visit to the picturesque village of Saksun, which is located at the end of a road leading. The bay was once a protected natural harbour, but today the entry to the bay has silted over. At low tide, you can walk on the sand out to the open sea. Visit Dúvugarðar, which is a beautiful example of a typical Faroese farm with grass roofs. Evening ferry to Suðuroy passing the islands Sandoy, Stóra Dímun and Lítla Dímun.

Accommodation

Accommodation on Suðuroy.

Meals Included

none

Day 4: Lighthouse at Akraberg and Vágur

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Take the mountain road to Sumba then walk a few hundred metres west to reach the edge of the cliff and a spectacular panoramic view of the Beinisvørð headland to your left. Do not miss the lighthouse at Akraberg on the southern tip. In Vágur, visit the unique Ruth Smith gallery and “Sirri”, which designs garments made from Faroese wool.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation in Suðuroy.

Meals Included

none

Day 5: Cliffs of Ásmundarstakkur

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From the village Sandvík drive or walk along the gravel road to see the free-standing cliff called Ásmundarstakkur. In the village of Hvalba you can see the only coal mine in the Faroes which still operates in the traditional way. A short walk called Á Røðina immediately after the tunnel from Hvalba, will take you to the dramatic western side of the island which is definitely worth a visit.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation on Suðuroy.

Meals Included

none

Day 6: Walks on Suðuroy

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Visit the tourist office for information and a walking map. Suðuroy has many good walks, e.g. to the top of Rávan or to the awardwinning Hvannhagi headland. In the afternoon, return by ferry to Tórshavn. See the exhibition by Faroese artists on board.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation in Tórshavn.

Meals Included

none

Day 7: Torshavn, and cruise with the schooner Norðlýsið

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Sightseeing cruise with the schooner Norðlýsið, then a guided walk through the historic parts of Tórshavn called Tinganes and á Reyni. We suggest a walk over the mountain to the historic centre of Kirkjubøur. Visit Roykstovan which is approximately 900 years old. See the ruins of the St. Magnus Cathedral and St Ólav’s church.

Accommodation

Overnight accommodation in Tórshavn.

Meals Included

none

Day 8: Depart with Atlantic Airways

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Deliver the hire car in time for your departure with Atlantic Airways.

Meals Included

none