Winter Holidays in the Faroe Islands
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Clear crisp nights are abundant on the wild and windswept Faroe Islands. Home to just 50,000 residents and one of the world's tiniest capitals, the island's remote location provides the ideal platform to view the northern lights, or Norðlýsi in Faroese. Comprising 18 rugged islands steeped in history, fables and folklore, the dance of the aurora intensifies the magical buzz of this far-flung realm.
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Day 1 | Arrive in Tórshavn
Day 2 | Explore Gásadalur & Vágar
Day 3 | Explore Tórshavn
Day 4 | Discover The Northern Islands
The Giant and the Witch
Day 5 | Departure Day
4 nights
Faroe Islands Short Winter Break
Journey to this mystical landscape where Vikings once roamed on a short adventure through historic settlements, a tiny capital and moss-capped mountains. -
Day 1 | Arrive in the Faroe Islands
Puffin in the Faroe Islands | Photo by Olavur Fredriksen
Day 2 | Mykines
Day 3 | Suðuroy
Day 4 | Guided tour of Suðuroy
Day 5 | Tórshavn & Kirkjubour
Day 6 | Nólsoy
Day 7 | Streymoy & The Northern Islands
Day 8 | Kalsoy & Kallur Lighthouse
Day 9 | Gjógv & Slættaratindur
Day 10 | Eysturoy
Day 11 | Departure Day
10 nights
Faroe Islands Complete Self Drive
Looking for an off-grid adventure? Why not discover one of Europe’s best kept secrets. With a place to stay ready to welcome you each evening, take to the open road and explore this wild archipelago at your own pace.
Winter Holidays in the Faroe Islands
Self-drive adventures
Travelling along mountain-lined roads against the backdrop of a vibrant sky conjures images of a whimsical winter wonderland. Choosing to embark on a self-drive adventure across the archipelago makes exploring at your own pace a possibility. Visit viking villages, hulking bird cliffs and enchanting sea caves on your journey whilst keeping a watchful eye on the night sky for the mighty northern lights. Spend evenings walking beside Torshavn's harbour or on the wilder side of the coast to spot the aurora's light bouncing off the choppy waves of the North Atlantic.
Room with a view
The Faroe Islands are home to a small collection of spectacular stays that emphasise absorbing the great outdoors. From the shores of Havgrim Seaside Hotel, where panoramic windows provide the perfect frame for the beautiful aurora, to the family run residence at Gjaargardur Guesthouse hidden in the snow-dusted hills, guests can rest and restore whilst viewing the twisting ribbons of light on a clear cold night.
We'll send you a complimentary copy of Bradt's Northern Lights Travel Guide Book when you book your northern lights adventure with us
Photographing the Aurora
The rugged and remote position of the Faroe Islands on the wild North Atlantic make experiencing all four seasons a day a frequent occurrence. Yet, the turbulent changing of the tides has created a dramatic landscape that explorers from all over the world have travelled to capture. A photography excursion with an experienced local guide is a fantastic way to create memories that last well beyond your trip. Journey across the cobbled landscape to catch epic snaps of the elusive northern lights.
Guided Explorations
With 18 islands scattered across the sea, guided tours are a great way to learn about the archipelago's rich natural history whilst embracing the elements. From city walks around the unique and traditional shops in the tiny capital of Torshavn, to guided hikes overlooking villages dating back to the Vikings, a chance to delve into these extraordinary lands is a must. Island-hop on daily ferry crossings, search for nesting birds and towering sea stacks. As night draws in, hunt for mother nature's famous light show.
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