Hop aboard a luxury coach for this essential Faroe Islands experience. You will visit the remote village Gjógv with the impressive natural gorge. You will also explore the famous Fossá Waterfall and the sea-stacks Risin and Kellingin or the Giant and his Wife. This tour is for those who want to immerse themselves in Faroe Islands nature and want to see some of the top attractions. The tour has a delightful combination of nature and small villages. Your trip to the most northern village on Eysturoy starts in the capital Tórshavn. From Tórshavn you will head to 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 most likely see the cold North Atlantic waves splashing against the shore. This tour will also make sure that you explore the awesome Fossá Waterfall. This famous waterfall drops in two levels. You will have the chance to get really close to the waterfall and feel the water crashing at the rocky bottom of the waterfall. Soak up the power of the waterfall, have a sip of the pure clean water and get refreshed. You will also stop to get the best sight of the sea-stacks Risin and Kellingin. When you explored these three stunning attractions, you will go back to the capital Tórshavn. This as a unique winter tour that will give you some of the best nature that Faroe Islands has to offer. Add this winter day tour to your cart.
Explore the untouched island Skúvoy. This is one of the most undiscovered islands in the Faroe Islands with a puffin guarantee in the puffin season from early May until late August. Skúvoy might be one of the most magnificent places in the Faroe Islands. This day trip to the remote island Skúvoy will give you something special and a truly unique experience. You will have jaw-dropping sights in front of you on the island and you will explore the many untold stories that your local guide in Skúvoy has to tell you. Your tour to the little island Skúvoy starts in Tórshavn where you will be picked up. From Tórshavn you will head to Gamlarætt on the west side of Streymoy a 15 minutes’ drive from the capital. From Gamlarætt a ferry will take you on a 45 minutes ferry ride to the islands Sandoy and after a 15 minutes’ drive on Sandoy you will get to the second harbour. The driver will bring you on board the smaller boat to the island Skúvoy. The boat trip from Sandoy to Skúvoy takes 30 minutes. There are basically no cars on the island Skúvoy and there are no cars on the small boat. However, no worries. You will go on a fantastic stroll when you arrive in Skúvoy. A local guide will take care of you in Skúvoy and show you the fairy-tale sceneries on this stunning island full of birdlife and especially puffins. You will get close to puffins from early May until late August. The island is incredible beautiful all year around and you will most likely be one of only few travellers on the island. There are 30 inhabitants in the only village on the island Skúvoy. When you have seen all the spectacular nature on this unspoiled island, you will get a packed lunch and beverages suiting perfectly while watching the local puffins. There are just as many puffins on Skúvoy as on the most known island Mykines. But, hush… let us keep Skúvoy as one of the best kept hidden secrets in the Faroe Islands. Before you will be driven back to Tórshavn, the journey first takes you to the most historic rich village, Kirkjubøur, were the 17'th generation of the Pæturson family lives in a house, that dates back to the viking era. Now, what are you waiting for? Add this tour to the cart to explore one of the hidden gem in the Faroe Islands.
Reserve your seat on a guided bus tour from Tórshavn to the two adoring villages Bø and Gásadalur on the popular Vagar island. This tour will take you to the untouched nature on the island Vagar. In the tiny village Gásadalur, you will experience the famous and must-see attraction Múlafossur Waterfall. Visiting the remote Gásadalur is one of the most stunning sights in the Faroe Island. When you stand in front of the cascading waterfall, you will understand why travellers around the world come to see Gásadalur and the beautiful Múlafossur waterfall. In Gásadalur you will be surrounded by the highest mountains on Vágar island. You will also have a panoramic view over the westernmost island Mykines with all its puffins. You might also be lucky and spot some puffins by the Múlafossur Waterfall. Gásadalur was the last settlement in the Faroe Islands to be connected to the rest of the country. Until very recently the only way to access this remote village was by hiking over the steep mountain from Bøur to Gásadalur. You will enter this spectacular village through a modern tunnel which makes it convenient and easy to visit Gásadalur and explore Múlafossur Waterfall. On your way to Gásadalur, you will stop by the picturesque village Bøur. You will have the change to go for a stroll in this village where most of the houses are grass roofed. From Bøur you will have a fantastic view of the peaky islet Tindhólmur and the rock formation with a hole in it, Drangarnir. Now, you will head to Gásadalur. After seeing the breathtaking Múlafossur Waterfall, you will enjoy a light meal with coffee/tea and cake inside the local Gásadalsgarður Guesthouse. When returning to Tórshavn, you will have the opportunity to take some photos of the unspoiled nature in the Faroe Islands. The bus will do photo stops on the way to Tórshavn. Do not hesitate to visit Múlafossur Waterfall. Add a guided bus tour to the fantastic scenery in Gásadalur to your cart.
Join a light walk with a local guide in the outfield and around the village of Nólsoy. On the walk you will pass through the old settlement in Cornvalley, where legends say that a Scottish princess once lived. You will also hike to the historical execution place on the Cross and to the scenic bird cliff in Greenvalley, where you can see puffins in the air and on the sea and fulmars nesting on the cliff. In the village of Nólsoy you will see the characteristic Gate of Honour, that is made out of a blue whale’s jawbone. This tour ends with a visit to the village museum at Brunn, that gives an interesting picture of the development of the Faroese society from the 17. century to the beginning of the 20. century. We will light up the grill, so that your lunch is ready after the tour – we will serve you grilled fish. The lunch The fish will be placed on a baking sheet with potatoes, onions, garlic, butter and lemon, tied together to a small package. The everything is is put on the grill. You will wait for 20 minutes before its ready, we hope it will be worth it. The fish will be served with a dressing, bread and butter. Getting to Nólsoy The ferry Ternan leaves at 9.30 from Tórshavn, and the guide will meet you at the harbour in Nólsoy. You can take the ferry back to Tórshavn at 13.00, or enjoy the island a little longer and stay until 16.50, 18.25 or 22.20. You can see the ferry's departure point in Tórshavn in Google Street View here. Add this tour to cart for an unique one day experience on the island of Nólsoy.
Experience how fish was washed and dryed in the old days. Here, you have the possibility to wash and dry the fish yourself. This activety takes place in the village of Hov on the southernmost island Suðuroy. Hov is the first village mentioned in the Icelandic saga. Here are ruins from the Irish monks (approximately year 625) and from the Vikings. During the Viking era Hov was the capital of the Faroe Islands, here lived the chief Hovgrímur, his son Øssur and his grandson Leivur Øssurson who was chief over all the Faroe Islands. Join this old tradition and experience the beautiful Viking village of Hov.
Experience some of the best attractions on Vágar island. All sights on this tour are on the same island as the airport. Not far from the airport and just a 40 min. drive from the capital, Tórshavn, you'll visit the cozy village of Bøur, where we walk narrow streets with charming houses. Next we visit the village of Gásadalur, where you'll find the famous waterfall Mulafossur falling into the Atlantic Ocean. In this tour you will hike to Trælanípa, the place where you can see a lake, Sorvagsvatn, over the ocean. An amazing visual effect! This is a private tour (from 1 to 8 people) and guided by a local Faroese tour guide. You can do this tour all year round. Don't miss out this experience. Check availability by chossing a date.
Explore the remote island of Mykines, a real bird paradise, where you'll meet the beautiful puffins on the walk to the famous lighthouse. Feel the power of the Atlantic ocean enjoying a picnic on the green grass and breath the pure air of this amazing environment. All tours in May, June, July and August are PRIVATE (from 1 to 8 people) and guided by local Faroese tour guides.
Jump aboard this coach excursion and marvel at the unspoiled beauty of Múlafossur Waterfall. You will see one of the fairest attractions in the Faroe Islands. This excellent bus tour to the remote village Gásadalur is an essential Faroe Islands experience. Let an experienced guide take you to this stunning site to admire the remarkable nature surrounding Gásadalur. The small village Gásadalur is nestled at the base of the tallest mountains in Vágar island. Experiencing the famous waterfall cascading into the salty sea is a breathtaking show. You will feel the stress drop away, when standing at the edge and watching this true Nordic heaven. Gásadalur sits some 150 metres above sea level giving you a fantastic view towards the blue horizon and the island Mykines. This stunning spot will teach you invaluable life skils: to respect nature. The remote village of Gásadalur was the last inhabited location in the Faroe Islands to be connected to the road system. The tunnel came in the 21st Century. So now you can travel with ease to this delightful spot in the Faroe Islands that will most certainly thrill your senses. You might be lucky and get a glimpse of puffins when standing in front of the waterfall. This icon of the Faroe Islands breeds by sea cliffs and on islands nesting its one egg in a hole. After exploring Múlafossur Waterfall and the village Gásadalur, you will have a light meal and Coffee/Tea at the local Gásadalsgarður Guesthouse. You will enjoy the untouched nature just outside the window. As a part of this tour, you will also stop by the turf roofed village Bøur. From this cosy village, you will have a great view of the Tindhólmur inlet with its five column. Furthermore, you will also see the sea-stacks Drangarnir. Do not let the opportunity to experience Múlafossur Waterfall pass you by. Check availability by choosing a date.
Jump onboard this legendary ship and explore the mysterious depths inside the island of Hestur. Visiting the large cave in the island of Hestur is an unique experience. You will sail to the east side of Hestur in the famous ship Norðlýsið and then sail in small moterboats into the cave. These breathtaking surroundings will stay in you forever. The skipper on the vessel, Birgir Enni, and his crew will take you into the cave where you will hear live music performed with all its natural sounds and effects. The meeting point for this cruise is at the harbour Undir Bryggjubakka. You can find the location in Google Street view.
Book now and secure yourself a daytrip to the Puffin island Mykines. This is the island with puffins all over the place. Mykines is pure beauty and nature at its best. The tour takes you to the westernmost tip of Faroe Islands. This day tour to Mykines is open for bookings in 2019. Tours from early May to late August. The local ferry in Sørvágur will sail you to the island of Mykines where a local guide awaits you. The hike from the old village with turf-roofed houses to the lighthouse at the end of the the islet of Mykineshólmur is spectacular – like walking to the very end of the world. Rolling hills and precipitous cliffs has deservedly become a favourite place to visit in the Faroe Islands. Enjoy tremendous views of the ocean to the west and other islands to the east as you walk across the island dubbed the “paradise of birds” because of its magnificent and rich bird life. Thousand of cute puffins nestle in burrows in the clifftops during the summer months. On the walk you can get close to puffins. Choose a date and add your day tour to Mykines to the cart.
Experience the unspoiled cliffs on Hestur from an amazing perspective. This boat tour will take you to one of the most remote locations inhabited only by birds and seals. You will get close to puffins and other facinating birds living along the massive cliff wall on Hestur island. Weather permitting, you will also sail into huge basalt caves. If the sea is calm and weather good, you will get the unique opportuniy to enter the Klæmintsgjógv cave which is the largest grotto in the world. This is an exciting and thrilling way to experience one of the small islands in the country. You will sail all the way around the island. From the highest point, you will look some 1200 feet up the sheer cliff the the edge where multi-coloured sheep are grassing. From the ferry port in Gamlarætt outside of Tórshavn, you will go on an adrenaline packed adventure in a high speed rib boat. Your experienced captain will make sure to get you safely to some of the most impressive sights that the Faroe Islands have to offer. The ferry port in Gamlarætt is only a fifteen minutes drive from the capital. You can either park your car at the harbour in Gamlarætt or take the bus from Tórshavn to the meeting point. The boat will bring you from Streymoy island over the fjort to Hestur within only minutes. Feel th erush and enery when the captain heads towards the stunning scenery in Hestur island. The solid constructed boat is made for adventure and for the rugged landscapes on Hestur island. You will also see basalt columns as tall as castles. This area is rich in nesting seabirds. Hence, this is a highly recommended activity by travelers to the Faroe Islands. Donøt miss your chance to explore majestic cliffs and breathtaking nature. Check availability by choosing a date.
Come along for this essential Faroe Islands experience. You will witness the amazing Múlafossur Waterfall that runs into the Atlantic Ocean and the unbelievable village Gásadalur. You will be picked up in the morning in Tórshavn by your tour guide who will take you on a majestic journey. The ride to Gásadalur is a unique experience in itself. From your seat, you will see lakes and the ever changing coastline. You will be heading west from the island Streymoy to the island Vagar. Before you reach the destination you will see several villages among them the stunning village Bøur and in the distance the sea-stacks Drangarnir and the inlet Tindhólmur. Gásadalur is nestled on the west side of the island Vágar. The scenery is taken out of a larger-than-life fairy tail. The untouched valley where you will find Gásadalur is a must-do experience while in the Faroe Islands. Enjoy the entering scene to Gásadalur as you get out of the tunnel leading to Gásadalur. You will start the scenic trip down the mountain side and to the village itself. Gásadalur is surrounded by high mountains with facinating rock formations. You will enjoy a panoramic sight over the island Mykines and the mesmerising waterfall. This tour will appeal to everyone seeking to immerse themselves in the beautiful nature in the Faroe Islands. Make sure to bring your camera as Gásadalur gives you plenty of chances to get great photos in the picturesque village. You will also have time to go on a stroll in the village that holds some great examples of turf-roofed housses. There is even a store where you can aquire local hand-made products. Hop aboard a comfort coach and discover the breathtaking Múlafossur Waterfall on this legendary tour. Secure yourself a guided tour to Gásadalur and Múlafossur Waterfall by adding this experience to the cart.
Join us for a lovely day in Sandoy. You start by hiking with a local guide from Skarvanes to Dalur. It's a scenic walk where you enjoy splendid views of Skúvoy and of the two islands Stóra Dímun and Lítla Dímun. The hike starts at 14.30. When you arrive in Dalur, you will enjoy a Faroese "kvøldseta" in the village house Eiriksgarður. In the old days, it was common to work indoors in the evenings because wool had to undergo several different processes before it could be turned into garment. To make the work more pleasant, old legends and sagas were told, and old ballads and medieval songs sung whilst working. By doing this, the work was done while a trove of folklore, legends and history was handed down to the children. This tradition is still honoured in the village of Dalur and it is possible to enjoy an interesting evening in the village hall where the old and young gather to work and play. You will be offered a Faroese meal with home-baked rye bread and Faroese specialities such as dried mutton and fish. You can watch the work being done and maybe even try some of the different activities yourself. The event concludes with traditional chain dance, in which both the villagers and guests take part.
Book this hike to see the famous sights Trælanípan and Bøsdalafossur. At Trælanípan you will see the lake lying above the sea. You will then hike to the stunning waterfall Bøsdalafossur only a short hike from Trælanípan. This tour has it all. The sharp peak at the edge of the cliff is what makes Trælanípan to such an overwhelming experience. The hike from the parking lot to these two sights is easy and beautiful. Bøsdalafossur thunders down the Atlantic ocean and the sight towards the sheer cliff of Trælanípan will stay in your heart from the first time you see it. To the west of the waterfall, you will stand on the edges of Vágar overlooking the beautiful surroundings. Add this hike to the cart to get an unbelievable hike in the untouched Faroese nature. Book this tour to explore the iconic cliff Trælanípa and breathtaking Bøsdalafossur waterfall.
Join this walk along the big gorge which gives the name to the village. This gorge was until recently used as a natural harbour for the local fishermen. From the gorge you will hike to the beautiful valley of Ambadal. From the bottom of the valley you have a great view over the cliff Búgvin. On the way you will pass the health source that runs out of the hill. They say it will bring you good health. So feel free to take a sip! Pickup is in Tórshavn at the bus station in the harbour and from there you will go on this beautiful day tour. You can see the pickup in Google Street View.
Join a week-long trekking tour in the Faroe Islands. This tour is for those who like to be close to unspoiled nature and enjoy chatting with the locals. You will get a fantastic insight in Faroese culture and society. This is a small group trekking tour where you will stay in private homes. As you will stay with locals in Tórshavn, the tour guide can be flexible with the itinerary, if the weather should be challenging and it would be good to change the itinerary due to where in the archipelago the weather is good. This is also a great option for those who find it difficult to find a place to stay in the Faroes due to lack of accommodation possibilities. Your tour guide has been guiding in the Faroes for 30 years and she knows every corner and speaks 8 languages.
Reach the fantastic scenery at Kallur Lighthouse or simply Kallurin. When in the Faroe Islands, you want to experience the great hike and stunning sight at Kallur Lighthouse. This famous lighthouse is surrounded by breathtaking nature. Hiking to Kallur Lighthouse is a must-do experience while you are in the Faroe Islands. You will be picked up in Tórshavn and after reaching Kallur Lighthouse you will be taken back to Tórshavn. On your way to Kallur Lighthouse you will visit the village Klaksvík from where you will take the ferry to the small village Syðradal on the island Kalsoy. Remember to enjoy the ferry ride and to observe the many birds that you will see on the sea and in the air. By the northern most village on the island Kalsoy, you will find the tiny village Trøllanes. From this picturesque village you go off road and head for the lighthouse. There is no path, but you will walk on grass and stony surface. The view by the lighthouse is absolute stunning. To the south you see the sheer cliff of the 537 m high mountain Borgarin. To the west you see the island Eysturoy and to the east you see the north side of the islands Kunoy and Viðoy. You will join a local guide to Kallur Lighthouse. Besides giving you insights to his vast knowledge, the guide will make sure that you hike safe and that you will get the best view possible at Kallur. When back in Trøllanes you will have your packed lunch. After you have finished your packed lunch you will take the ferry back to Klaksvík and finally head back to the capital Tórshavn. Check the booking availability by choosing a date. Add to cart and get ready to hike your way to the fantastic Kallur Lighthouse.
Go on a guided tour from Tórshavn to the atmospheric Garðahúsið in the village of Søldarfjørður with hot drinks and pastries. This authentic tour takes of from Tórshavn. When heading out on this amazing seightseeing tour, you will explore the spectacular mountain road above Tórshavn called Oyggjarvegurin or the Island Road. Now, you will experience the Norðradalsskarð mountain pass from where you can see the islands of Koltur and Hestur. When passing the mountain road, you will experience the Mjørkadalur Prison with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape. The prison has a beautiful grass roof. Next up is the village Kollafjørður. This village stretches over 10 kilometres which makes it the longes village in the Faroe Islands. The tour continues over the bridge that connects Streymoy and Eysturoy. After crossing, you will drive past a few small villages on your way to Søldarfjørður, where you will have hot drinks and pastries at the cosy 19th century country home “Garðahúsið”. The Village Søldarfjørður is part of a chain of villages stretching along the entire east side of the Skálafjørður inlet on Eysturoy. The drive to Garðahúsið takes around one hour and gives you the possibility to see most of Streymoy and Eysturoy, which are they main Islands in the Faroe Islands. Garðahús is a private home and the hosts Jákup & Lena live in this beautiful home. Jákup and Lena open their home for home visits. You will see the beautiful landscape in Eysturoy and Streymoy and you meet the locals, which makes this tour both scenic and historical. Add a truly unique experience in Garðahúsið to your cart.
Spectacular and unique scenery on the island of Vágar! Come with us to the beautiful island of Vágar! We drive along the old Fjeldvej to Norðadalsskarð, where the view over the island of Koltur is indescribably beautiful – there are photo stops on the road. The island of Vágar is run through the villages of Sandavágur, Miðvágur and Sørvágur. The trip continues towards the villages of Bøur and Gásadalur, where there is a magnificent view of Holmen Tindhólmur with the island of Mykines in the background. We make a stop in Bøur and come out to walk in the small charming village where the babbling sound of the creek is the only thing that drowns the silence. In Gásadalur, you will have time to explore the famous waterfall Múlafossur on your own, hike along the cliffs or enjoy a cup of coffee in the café.
Dress in a warm woollen jumper perfect for the unpredictable weather in the Faroe islands. On this day tour to Eysturoy island, you will visit a woollen store with great products made out of the local sheep wool. You will be picked up in Tórshavn and then hit the road to Eysturoy island. The first stop will be made in the village Toftir. You will have a great sea view from this village. In Toftir you will drop by Navia with a variety of handcrafted woollen products with a strong North Atlantic heritage. You will have the chance to do tax-free shopping in the store. In Toftir you will see the local church. Also, you will get close to some of the only windmills in the Faroe Islands. The view from the wind turbines is great in all directions. Next, you will reach Norðragøta. This is an old settlement in the Faroe Islands with lots of history and culture. You will get to know some of the many stories about great Viking achievement and entrepreneurship which has always been a key virtue by the villagers. A large statue of Tróndur í Gøtu, a local hero from the Færeyinga Saga, stands in the village. Just beside the statue is a wooden, turf roof church. The church is part of the oldest buildings in Norðragøta where you will be treated to a tour through Faroese farm life from the mid-19th to the 20th century. In these old buildings you will see an astonishing array of traditional clothing, kitchen implements, furniture, tools, fishing equipment, and everyday artefacts. Now, after a visit in this old part of Norðragøta, you will head back to Tórshavn. Weather permitting, you will take a different route back when approaching the capital in the Faroe islands. Get ready for a great day on Eysturoy island. Check availability by adding to cart.
Travel with a local guide and experience the secrets of these stunning 18 islands in the North Atlantic Ocean for one day. Your experienced tour guide has travelled around all these Islands and she knows her beloved Faroe Islands by heart. You can choose to go for sightseeing roundtrip, do one particular hike, go shopping, visit museums or what you dream of the most to do in the Faroe Islands. The tour guide will make sure that you get an experience of a lifetime. Go South, West, North or East, your tour guide Oda knows the spots worth seeing all around the Faroe Islands. See the secret scenic sceneries and blend ind with nature away from the crowd. Your tour guide will lead you through sites that will take your breath away. Visit the island of legends Sandoy in the south, or travel as far south as you can to Suðuroy, the island with the most stunning views, up close. You can also do a tour on Vagar with some of the most beautiful lakes and waterfalls and the Northern Islands where you will explore the county's highest mountains. Let your tour guide know your aspiration and what you want to see and do the most and she will take you there. You will be guaranteed the feeling of peace and serenity that travellers to the Faroe Islands are so fond of. You local tour guide offers off the beaten track tours. If you book in good time, the guide can help you find the perfect accommodation. With 16 years of experience with Faroe Islands tourism and with travel in the Nordic Countries, let the tour guide Oda take you for a memorable day tour in the Faroe Islands. Grab your opportunity to explore the Faroe Islands with a local guide. Check availability by choosing a date.
Experience the stunning village of Saksun at the bottom of what was once an inle. There is an old farm Dúvugarður, the Saksun church built in 1858. You will also see the village of Hvalvík and oldest wooden church in the Faroe Islands.
Capture the most sought-after attractions on northern Eysturoy on camera. You will join a local guide and photographer who will take you to the best attractions on the besutiful northern part of Eysturoy island. Your first stop will be Gjógv. Here you will see the impressive gorge in the middle of the scenic village of Gjógv. You will walk 200 metres along the edge of the ravine until you reach the end and highest point. From this spot you will have a breathtaking view of the entire gorge together with the village and the wide mountain sides. Experiencing the untamed nature surrounding the cosy village life in Gjógv is breathtaking. You will also have the opportunity to come close to the rich birdlife here. Afterwards, your tour guide will take a short drive uphill, followed by a walk to the famous Hvíthamar site where you get to experience the panoramic view overlooking Funningsfjørður fjord. This is one of the most stunning fjords in the Faroe Islands. Hvíthamar is situated on the steep ridge halfway between Funningur and Middagsfjall mountain. Next, you will stop along the mountain road to snap the village Funningur from the mountainside of Slættaratindur. This is where you will see the iconic road zigzagging its way towards the small village Funningur. Finally, you will stop to see the legendary Risin & Kellingin (Giant and the Witch). You will have a great view of these two sea stacks from Eiðiskollur. You can join this tour as an expert in photography or as an enthusiastic novice. All locations on this tour are on the island of Eysturoy. You will stand on the very same spot where all the famous photos are taken from. This will secure you beautiful and timeless pictures. The meeting point for this tour is við Streymin by the Magn gas station. From the Magn gas station you will head to your first location of the day: Gjógv. You will join a tour that takes advantage of the ever changing light in the Faroe Islands. Expect to see several season during the course of the day! Once you reach your location, the tour guide will assist you getting the perfect camera angle that will do for the best shot. The tour guide will inspire you but let you take your photos yourself. What are you waiting for? Take advantage of the knowledge of a local photographer when experiencing these famous sights on northern Eysturoy. Check availability by choosing a date.
Explore the spectacular nature in the Faroe Islands on this trek from Mjørkadalur to Norðadalur. The cairns lead us from Mjørkadaur to the west side of the island of Streymoy. Already from the flat area on Skeiðsskarð the view is spectacular. You will see unique rock formations around you. We hike among the high mountains with an immense view on the Island of Vágar and later Koltur and Hestur. We will enjoy the view of Vágar with the special Trøllkonufingur (Troll Woman Finger) – a 313 meters high cliff formation standing by the shore of Vágar. On one side we will pass by Skælingur, which is among the highest mountains in the Faroe Islands. On the other side we will see the impressive Sornfelli with its military radar installations on top, which caused political frictions in the Faroe Islands for decades. Despite political opposition in the Faroes NATO installed radar equipment on Sornfelli to monitor air and sea traffic in the North Atlantic. This is an interesting geological route because one can observe the “Streymoyarsyllin” - a great volcanic intrusion (a sill) that splits and crosses horizontally the whole landscape. On the other side of Skorðadalsegg, you enter into another world, with grass and relatively few rocks and stones. There is a special peace that is only broken by the sounds of birds and sheep – and maybe a single boat in the fjord. The view from Vatndalsegg is worth it. Here, we will see the beautiful rock formations on Likkureyn and Núgvan. Further out to sea are the islands of Koltur, Hestur and further still Sandoy and Suðuroy and in the valley the lakes. The landscape varies a great deal. We walk between high mountains, through several valleys, we have an amazing view to fjords meanwhile we contemplate interesting geological phenomena and listen to stories that are linked to places that we pass on our way which explain phenomena in nature and tell about events that have taken place in those places. In the Faroe Islands we have a long and rich tradition of storytelling, and many stories and legends are associated to the landscape, which explain phenomena in nature and tell about events that have taken place. These stories and legends give us an insight into the lives in villages of bygone times and give the experience of nature an extra dimension. Pickup is in Tórshavn at the bus station in the harbour. You can see the pickup in Google Street View.
Enjoy the beautiful nature, rich birdlife and facinating history on this guided day tour to Sandoy and Kirkjubøur. You will visit the oldest sites dating back to the Viking age and even some sea-mines from second world war. When returning from Sandoy, you will visit Kirkjubøur which is the historic hub in the Faroe Islands. We will see the farm in which the 17th generation of the family Paturson are farmers. They live in the oldest wooden house in Europe dating back almost 1000 years.
Step right up to join this nice trip along the old mountain path to the beautiful old village of Kirkjubøur and back another way. Once you have reached the plateau, you have a good view of Tórshavn and all of Nólsoy. You will reach Reynsmúlalág with two small lakes are in front of you. You may see many Kittiwakes there in the summer. Follow the cairns and you will see a dais built of rocks. The dais has been used for open air public gatherings since the 1800s and is still in use today. Political gatherings have been held in this place with flags, speeches and patriotic songs composed for the occasion. It is easy to imagine how crowds of people have sat on the hill before the dais and listened to, amongst others, Jóannes Patursson (1866-1946), a pioneer in the Faroese national independence movement. These outdoor public gatherings are still held in the Faroe Islands, e.g. during the national holiday Ólavsøka on 28-29 July. On the route, you have a great view of Sandoy, Hestur, Koltur and Vágar. As you approach Kirkjubøur, you will see a small islet, Kirkjubøhólmur, which used to be part of the mainland and part of the village. Out on the islet, you can still see old ruins of houses. Kirkjubøur is a beautiful and charming village, where most of the houses are built in the old style with turf roof. Kirkjubøur has a wealth of attractions the main being Kirkjubømúrurin, the ruins of an old cathedral built around 1300. There is also Stokkastovurnar, the old farmhouses from about 1350, which are built on the ruins of the old bishop’s seat. The church in Kirkjubøur is the oldest church in the Faroe Islands still in use. It was built in the 1200s. After the visit in Kirkjubøur you will go off road and up the hill walk through a moon landscape, and pass by three beautiful mountain lakes each with its specific characteristic.
Bike to the beautiful island of Sandoy. You will bike with a local guide from Tórshavn past the district of Norðasta Horn and Velbastaður to Gomlurætt. From Gomlurætt you will atke the ferry to Skopun in the island of Sandoy. In Sandoy you will bike to the charming village of Húsavík. On this tour you will have a break at Café Breiðateig (lunch, juice, coffee) in the village of Sandur. You will return to Skopun and depart by the ferry to Gomlurætt at 16:35. From there you bike back to Tórshavn. Price 1.225kr. incl. rental af a new FELT VR6 road bike, pedals (regular, SPD-SL or MBT), lights, helmet, bicycle computer, waterbottles, energy bar, lunch, tickets to the ferry and guide. Average speed is approx. 15-20 km/h out of straight road. The hills you will ride up and down at your own pace. There will be gathering on top and bottom. Distance: 60 km You can see the meeting point in Tórshavn on Google Street View. If you like biking this is a perfect tour to add to your cart and book now.
