Faroe Islands Complete Self Drive

Arrive in the Faroe Islands for your first day of exploring with a trip to the tradition village of Bour and the incredible must-see Mulafossur Waterfall.

Today you'll visit Mykines, on the west of the Faroe Islands. With an experienced guide, head out on the fantastic hike to take in the unspoiled surroundings and breathtaking scenery. Start in the village, with its turf-roofed houses and head towards the lighthouse to enjoy spectacular views of the dramatic coastline.

Explore the Vestmanna bird cliffs where jagged peaks rise out of the sea up to 2,000 feet into the sky. Discover the Viking settlements which mark the islands' history and sail out to the enormous sea rocks The Giant and The Hag before heading back to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

After breakfast, head out to visit the beautiful village of Gjogv the northeast tip of the island of Eysturoy. Perhaps stop for lunch before driving to Tjornuvík, a village where the black sand beach offers a popular surfing spot. Enjoy access to the public hiking trail to Saksun with its turf-roof houses.

Travel to the northeastern edge of the island of Eysturoy, to the isloated village of Oyndarfjorður. Discover the mysterious rocking stones near the inlet where the locals keep their boats. Later, explore the Faroe Isand's second largest town of Klaksvik, nestled at the foot of two lofty mountain ridges.

Today you'll discover the remote, secluded island of Kunoy, "woman" island. Drive through the undersea tunnel and bridges to reach the island before heading towards the village of Kunoy, through the narrow moutain tunnel route. Later, visit Kalsoy island, where the new James Bond film No Time To Die has recently been filmed. Hike to the lighthouse at Kallur, enjoy the rich bird life including puffins, storm petrels and black guillemots and see the statue of the seal woman, a figure from Faroe Islands folktales.

Sail from Torshavn for two hours to the rugged and unspoiled wilderness of Suduroy. Here, ferocious Atlantic weather is not uncommon, with the island's steep western cliff faces often exposed to raging winds and storms. Enjoy spectacular coastal views and charming seaside villages along the eastern route, and enjoy sightseeing and birdwatching in Akraberg, the southernmost point of the islands.

Discover one of the most beautiful and unique natural areas on Suduroy by hiking trail. Enjoy the spectacular geological formations including giant avalanches and rock slides. Follow the trail to the beautiful, circular lake enclosed by the steep mountain peaks. 

Explore the compact island of Sandoy today. Take the ferry from Streymoy Island to wander around picturesque  gingerbread villages, glistening lakes and black basalt sand dune beaches. Visit the traditional Bygdarsavn Homestead Museum, and charming wooden church.  

Explore the Faroe Island's capital of Torshavn on Streymoy Island. Stroll through the quaint streets of the old town to enjoy the charming local boutiques and emerald-turfed houses. The city offers a rich cultural scene; perhaps visit an art exhibition or try some authentic cuisine at a variety of restaurants and cafes. Later, head south to the historical village of Kirkjubour, the site of the ruins of Magnus Cathedral.

Take a twenty minute ferry to the island of Nolsoy, with ts distinct mountain peak, Eggjarklettur. Visit the Faroes’s famous taxidermist and hike through unspoilt natural landscapes to the stunningly located lighthouse on the island’s southern tip.

Enjoy your final breakfast in the Faroe Islands before returning your hire car to the airport and catching your flight home.