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The Faroe Islands was recently chosen by the National
Geographic Traveler as the world’s most appealing
islands. They earned high marks for being genuine and
unspoilt and for the fact that they were likely to remain
so. They were also praised for having a strong cultural
integrity, superb green landscape and a well preserved
nature. We are proud to be able to welcome you to the
Faroe Islands.
Monday: Arrive with Atlantic Airways to Vágar Airport.
Collect your hire car. We suggest a short drive to the village of Gásadalur which was the last village to be connected to the road infrastructure. Enjoy the stillness and the view across to Tindhólm. From the village of Sandavágur you can see the Trøllkonufingur cliff, also known as Kongespiret. Overnight accommodation on Vágoy.
Tuesday: Day trip to Mykines. See at close hand the impressive gannets that only breed on Mykinesholm and the charming puffins with the colourful beaks. You must cross a footbridge over the Atlantic Ocean in order to come out to Mykinesholm and the lighthouse. You can buy coffee at the Kristianshus café back in the village. Overnight accommodation on Vágoy.
Wednesday: On arrival in Suðuroy, you will be met by a local guide who will take you on a full-day tour of this
wonderful island, rich in stories and legends. You will visit the only working coal mine, see fantastic views, visit unique museums and churches and enjoy a nice lunch. Overnight accommodation on Suðuroy.
Thursday: The day is free to explore, visit the local tourist office for information and walking maps. Enjoy a coffee in the Gl. Kongelige Handel (historic royal shop) or Pub and Café, also called Pubbin and the Seglloftið in Tvøroyri. These are all historic buildings that were originally Danish monopoly shops. Overnight accommodation on Suðuroy.
Friday: Walk through the old part of Tórshavn. You will
find the Government’s main building, which also houses the Prime Minister’s office, at the tip of Tinganes. Also in this area is the charming part called Reyn, an historic area where you can explore the small alleyways between the grassroofed houses. Overnight accommodation in Tórshavn.
Saturday: Take the ferry to the neighbouring island of
Nólsoy. Life moves at a slow pace in this little village
with wide open spaces. You will be met by a local guide
who, amongst other things, will show you Ro Ove’s boat
the Diana Victoria. Ro Ove is a local hero who rowed
single-handed to Langelinje in Denmark to kiss the Little Mermaid! Enjoy lunch in the little coffee house before returning to Tórshavn. Visit the historic cultural centre of Kirkjubø in the afternoon. Overnight accommodation in Tórshavn.
Sunday: Drive to the Northern Islands. The first you come to is Borðoy, home to Klaksvík, the most important fishing port. We suggest that you continue to the village of Viðareiði on Viðoy. In the afternoon there is an excursion from the village of Hvannasund to the rough mountains, an extreme adventure at sea where you will come close to the islands of Svínoy, Fugloy or Europe’s tallest promontory Enniberg. Overnight accommodation in Klaksvík.
Monday: Explore Klaksvík or take the ferry to the island of Kalsoy, popularly known as “the recorder”, a strange name that stems from the 12 km long road that passes through 4 tunnels connecting the island’s four villages. From the village of Trollanes is a fantastic walk to the lighthouse on the northern tip of Kalsoy. Overnight accommodation in Klaksvík.
Tuesday: Visit the fish auction in Toftir, then Navia, the
charming wool shop where you will find woollen products
designed in the latest fashion. Before lunch, there is a visit to the charming old rectory in the village of Nes. A light lunch is served at the Hotel Runavík. Overnight accommodation on Eysturoy.
Wednesday: Enjoy the day in Gjógv, known for its distinctive natural harbour. There is an opportunity to take a 2 hour walk, without guide, but with a map that describes the route in short storis. Enjoy the impressive view of the cliffs. Overnight accommodation on Eysturoy.
Thursday: On the drive back to the airport, we suggest
you stop north of Eiði to see the famous view of “Risin og Kellingin”, two free-standing cliffs, that according to legend, were a couple who turned to stone when they tried to move the Faroe Islands to Iceland! You will also pass the Faroe Islands highest mountain Slættaratindur (882m). Deliver the hire car in time for your departure with Atlantic Airways.
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