Faroe Islands Highlights Tour

This small group tour is known for enabling you to see as many of the "must see" destinations in a day, but at your own pace and in an un-rushed and intimate group. More like a day out with friends, but with a knowledgeable and friendly driver/guide.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Gjogv, Gjogv, Eysturoy

We then take the stunning drive up and past the highest point on the Faroe Islands and descending into the beautiful and picturesque village of Gjógv. here we may also get the opportunity to take coffee and cake with the locals.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tjornuvik, Tjornuvik, Streymoy

Our next stop is the village of Tjørnuvík, the most northerly village on Streymoy and now popular with surfers...yes you heard correctly...surfers!

Tjørnuvík also has one of the oldest Viking burial grounds where you can see the original burial stones. We usually take time here to enjoy our packed lunch whilst admiring the view of the "Giant and Hag" rock formations on the headland and telling you the legend behind the rocks.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Fossa, Bakkavegur, Streymoy 177 Faroe Islands

Fossá waterfall is the tallest waterfall in the Faroe Islands. The stunning waterfall drops in two levels.
The waterfall is located a near the village Haldórsvík.
Besides its impressive formation, Fossá Waterfall is known for its dark basalt wall. Fossá waterfall is combined 140 metres drop. It is mighty impressive on a rainy day.


Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Haldarsvík, Faroe Islands

We will see the picturesque octagonal church next to the harbour in the beautiful village setting next to the babbling stream tumbling through the natural gorge above.

Stop At: Saksun Church, Yviri vid Strond 1, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands

We will then drive to the beautiful village of Saksun with its natural amphitheatre of cliffs and stunning nature.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Eysturoyartunnilin, Faroe Islands

We will return to Tórshavn via the brand new sub-sea tunnel from the island of Eysturoy to the island of Streymoy. It is the only sub-sea tunnel in the world with a traffic roundabout, where you can choose to either drive to the capital Tórshavn or to Skálafjorður. The roundabout, nicknamed "The Jellyfish" is unique also as it contains a major art installation of Glass and Iron with lights and around the edge, iron human figures join hands as a symbol of untity - a must see!

Stop At: Kirkjubour, Kirkjubour, Streymoy

A representative from Heimdal Tours will collect you from your hotel and we will drive firstly to the historic village of Kirkjubøur, the southernmost village on Streymoy and the country's most important historical site with the ruins of the Magnus Cathedral from around 1300, the Saint Olav's Church from 12th century and the old farmhouse Kirkjubøargarður from 11th century, which is still occupied by the same family for 17 generations.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 09:00 AM
Duração: 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: Bus terminal, 265M+6X5, Tórshavn 100, Faroe Islands
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick travelers up at their location in Torshavn

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Lunch - Packed Lunch with bottled water

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