Highlights Tour | Private Experience

Join us for a beautiful private tour of the highlights of the Faroe Islands excursion to the small villages Saksun, Tjørnuvík and Gjógv. We will stop at a few must-see spots and some extra ones along the way, while doing our best to avoid the crowds for your own private enjoyment.

Our Highlights of the Faroe Islands tour is a full-day experience that allows you to experience the best of Streymoy and Eysturoy, the two central islands of the Faroes. On this tour, you will get to see the highest waterfall in the Faroe Islands up close, walk the black sands of Tjørnuvík, see the Giant and the Witch sea stacks, hike the Islands’ highest mountain* and visit the uniquely beautiful village of Gjógv.

Saksun Village

The tour starts with pick up from 09:00 at your preferred destination. First stop is the picturesque Saksun surrounded by a mountain amphitheatre right in front of Pollurin lagoon. Saksun is a hidden gem located about 10 minutes away from the main road especially know for the turf roof and natural beauty.

A surfers paradise and legends of old

Heading onwards, it will take us around half an hour to reach the village of Tjørnuvík. Tjørnuvík lays nestled in a valley surrounded by high mountains and boasts a striking black sandy beach, famous amongst cold waters surfers worldwide. From the beach, we will look put to the renowned sea stacks The Giant and the Witch, who, according to legend, tried to drag the Faroe Islands to Iceland. The locals in Tjørnuvík are known for their hospitality and, occasionally, they sell coffee and waffles on site.

The highest waterfall, the highest mountain

Next up is the highest waterfall in the Faroe Islands, Fossá, a definite must-see when visiting northern Streymoy and particularly picturesque. Afterwards, we drive past the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands, Slættaratindur before visiting the cosy village of Gjógv, named after its deep gorge and known for its beautiful and unique scenery. At this point, we’ll take our lunch and take our time to stroll around the village and enjoy the peculiar beauty of the place. For those who wishe to, there’s a short walk along a path out to a viewpoint slightly above the village. Maintaining the path was one of many projects recently completed through the Faroes’ successful Voluntourism programme.

Mountain roads

Before heading back to Tórshavn we’ll take in the gorgeous view over the zig-zag mountain roads high above the village of Funningur.

This extensive one-day excursion will cover some of the most beautiful places the Faroe Islands has to offer. It is tailor-made for smaller groups as we focus on creating personal experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Our local guides are knowledgeable and well-prepared. Along with their commentary along the way, they will be happy to take your questions and engage in conversation to make sure you get the most out of your tour.

Starting Price: 6,500dkk
Each extra person: 950dkk
Included: Lunch & Beverages, Transport, Guide, Pick-Up, Drop Off
Available Extra:
Hike to Slættaratindur or other trail – send an email for more information
What to Bring: Warm and Waterproof Clothes, Good Shoes, Camera
Duration: 5-7 hours without the hike
Pick-Up Time: 9h00
Group Size: 1-7
Difficulty: Easy