Hiking in the Faroe Islands - self-drive tour
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- Car hire category B Toyota Yaris or similar including unlimited km, CDW, airport tax and VAT.
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Return flight with Atlantic Airways to the Faroe Islands (from Copenhagen) and taxes.
- 24-hour emergency service
- Taxes and service fees
Itinerary
After arrival you will pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to Hotel Vágar - only 200 meters down the road - where you will spend the first night. If you have energy, we recommend you to start this hiking week with a hike along Leitisvatn, the large...
Take the ferry to the westernmost isle of the Faroes for a Hike on the amazing bird island of Mykines. You will take a hike out to the Mykines-islet, which is known for its challenging route and rich bird life, and in particular the puffins and gannets are the ...
Today, you have many options for local hikes. For those wanting an easy start, you could hike straight from the door of your guesthouse to see the local sea stacks and the views over the Atlantic, ask for more information at the guest house. If the day is clear...
Drive via the capital, Tórshavn, to the car ferry on your way to the southernmost island of Suðuroy, and check-in at Hotel Tvøroyri. Take the hike to Hvannhagi where you have the beautiful view over Lítla Dímun and Stóra Dímun.
Hiking from Øravík to Vágur which gives you the chance to see a lot of the island. You can hike the same way back to Øravík, or you can take the bus back to Tvøroyri. Alternatively, take a hike to the bridge over Rituskor for some stunning photos, and only if you are not afraid of the heights!
Today you are heading back to Tórshavn where you will have the opportunity to go on a boat tour, just relax, go shopping or just enjoy the peaceful capital. Take a walk through the old town - á Reyni og Tinganes. Check in at your hotel for the next two nights.
Only 20 minutes ferry ride away you will experience the life on a small island called Nólsoy, where people still live the peaceful and traditional lifestyle. Hike to the lighthouse on Borðan.
We also recommend the hike from Tórshavn to Kirkubøur - the ol...
This hiking week has come to an end and you have a plane to catch. If you have time, take a small detour to the small and picturesque villages of Bøur and Gásadalur before dropping-off your rental car at the airport.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- Incidental tunnel fees (approx. 130 kr /Euro 18), extra activities and ferry rides between islands. If you wish to hire an automatic car, these are 'on request' and can be difficult to obtain. Please seek further advice with us.
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