Faroe Islands Short Summer Break
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Holiday Duration
4 nights
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Best time to go
May - September
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Price From
£575 per person
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Wild Rating
2 out of 5
Holiday Idea
Gloriously remote, yet easy to reach, this short summer holiday in the Faroe Islands is perfect for first-time visitors seeking a unique city break. Stay in the pretty capital, Torshavn and wander along cobbled streets, admire grass-roofed cottages, and dine at fantastic harbourside restaurants. Relax and enjoy the capital or join guided day trips to discover the fantastic history, rich culture, and spectacular scenery of the islands.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive in the Faroe Islands
Arrive in the Faroe Islands and transfer to Tórshavn. Spend time exploring the charming capital with its many handicraft shops and quaint cafes. Take a stroll to the harbourside, visit the Nordic House - the most important cultural institution in the Faroes - and explore the old town with its many turf-roofed houses. Later enjoy a dining experience in a local home.
Day 2 | Optional Excursion
Today enjoy time in the capital or opt to join a guided day trip. Minibus tours travel to the northern islands, arguably the most picturesque of the 18 islands. Visit Klaksvík, and explore the island of Kunoy with the beautiful view of the island of Kalsoy before reaching the the southern part of Eysturoy.
Day 4 | Optional Excursion
Today, perhaps join a morning cruise along the coastline of one of the Farose’ smallest islands, Nólsoy. Keep a lookout for birdlife, seals and whales gliding through the deep blue waters. Return to Tórshavn for lunch. Speak to us about eating at a traditional Faroese fish buffet in the capital (available June, July & August).
Puffin in the Faroe Islands | Photo by Olavur Fredriksen
Day 3 | Optional Excursion
Why not visit Mykines today? The westernmost island of the Faroes is well known for its rich birdlife and spectacularly distinctive scenery. Gaze at incredible views of the unspoiled natural surroundings whilst discovering the Mykines-islet. Catch a glimpse into the lives of the gannets and puffins that breed on Mykinesholm, before venturing to see the lighthouse on the western tip. Stop for a cooling drink at one of the charming cafes in the village, before returning to Torshavn.
Day 5 | Departure Day
Bid farewell to the Faroe Islands and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Excursions from Torshavn
Suduroy
Travel two hours from the capital by ferry to reach the southernmost island where the scenery reigns supreme. Take to the hills and hike Hvannhagi, a beautiful valley surrounded by steep mountains.
Northern Islands
Visit five islands in the North. See the fishing capital of the Faroe Islands, Klaksvík, the island of Kunoy with the beautiful view of the island of Kalsoy and the southern part of Eysturoy.
Puffin Island
Sail alongside majestic cliffs to the westernmost island of Mykines. See impressive gannets that only breed on Mykinesholm and the charming puffins with their colourful beaks.
Photography Tours
With boundless opportunities to capture the archipelago, join an experienced photographer who will advise on the ideal composition to snap the spectacular sights.
Witness from the water
Paddle across the watery depths of the Atlantic on kayaking excursions, where hulking cliffs, spell-binding sea stacks and thundering caves can be explored from a new perspective.
Guided Hikes
From intrepid trails to leisurely routes, chose from a selection of guided hikes across the island's vast landscape where grassy banks have been frozen in time and molded by the changing seasons.
Wonderful places to stay in Torshavn
What's included
- Return airport transfers
- Four nights accommodation in Tórshavn including breakfast
- A dining experience in a local home
The price of this suggestion is based on two people sharing a standard double or twin room at the centrally located Hotel Hafnia.
Prefer to stay at a different Torshavn hotel? We're wild about the sustainable Hotel Brandan and the boutique Havgrim Seaside Hotel.
- All Where The Wild Is customers have complimentary access to their holiday details via our mobile travel app. All travel documents, a detailed travel itinerary, flight information (when supplied), packing lists, resort information, and dining recommendations are stored in our easy-to-use app - an excellent tool for travelling.
- Access to our dedicated 24-hour emergency assistance telephone line, giving you peace of mind that should you need help while you are away, we are just a phone call away.
Faroe Islands Short Summer Break in pictures
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