Explore some of the wildest and most dramatic landscapes in the Faroe Islands on this full-day Northern Islands Tour from Tórshavn.
The Northern Islands are known for their towering mountains, deep fjords, colorful villages, and strong connection to the sea. During this guided road trip, you’ll travel from Tórshavn through Eysturoy and onwards to the Northern Islands, visiting Leirvík, Klaksvík, Kunoy, and Viðareiði along the way.
However, this tour is about more than beautiful scenery. Your local guide will introduce you to Viking history, Faroese legends, fishing culture, historic villages, and the stories of the people who have called these remote islands home for generations.
Your journey begins with pickup in Tórshavn from 09:00.
Pickup from your accommodation. Please provide your pickup location when booking.
Please note that pickup can take up to 25 minutes. Depending on where the other guests are staying, your guide may therefore arrive after the initial pickup time.
From Tórshavn, you’ll head north through the spectacular Eysturoy Tunnel.
The approximately 11-kilometre subsea tunnel connects Streymoy and Eysturoy and is home to the world’s first underwater roundabout, decorated with artwork by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson.
After emerging on Eysturoy, the road trip continues north through a constantly changing landscape of mountains, fjords, and small settlements.
The first stop is Leirvík, a village with roots stretching far back into Faroese history.
Here, your guide will introduce you to stories of Vikings, avalanches, and abandoned settlements while you get your first taste of life in this part of the Faroe Islands.
After the stop in Leirvík, the journey continues through another subsea tunnel towards the Northern Islands.
Next, you’ll arrive in Klaksvík, the second-largest town in the Faroe Islands and one of the country’s most important fishing communities.
Surrounded by steep mountains and built around a protected bay, Klaksvík has developed around its close relationship with the North Atlantic.
Fishing remains at the heart of the town. Trawlers regularly move through the harbour, while a giant fishing-hook sculpture near the entrance to Klaksvík reflects the importance of the industry to the local community.
At the same time, Klaksvík has developed into one of the cultural centres of the Northern Islands, hosting festivals, sporting events, and other activities throughout the year.
From here, the journey continues deeper into the Northern Islands.
Reaching Kunoy is an experience in itself.
The route crosses a causeway before continuing through an approximately three-kilometer-long, narrow single-lane tunnel through the mountain.
On the other side lies the peaceful village of Kunoy.
Colourful houses sit beneath towering mountains while a small stream runs through the settlement. Behind the village, the mountains rise steeply from the valley and reveal just how dramatic the landscape of the Northern Islands can be.
Weather permitting, you’ll also have views across towards neighbouring Kalsoy, with its distinctive chain of steep mountains and deep green valleys.
The journey then continues to Viðareiði, the northernmost village in the Faroe Islands.
Located on Viðoy, Viðareiði sits in a broad valley surrounded by some of the most dramatic mountains in the country.
To the north rises Villingadalsfjall, reaching 844 metres above sea level. Beyond it lies the enormous sea cliff of Cape Enniberg, which rises approximately 754 metres vertically from the North Atlantic.
The village itself has a fascinating history.
Viðareiði is the birthplace of important Faroese poet and academic Christian Matras, while its church contains silver presented by the British government following a remarkable rescue after the British brig Marwood was wrecked near the village in 1847.
Together, the landscape and history make Viðareiði one of the most fascinating communities in the Northern Islands.
Throughout the journey, your guide will share stories about the landscapes and communities you pass.
You’ll hear about Viking history, local heroes, Faroese folklore, fishing traditions, historic churches, abandoned settlements, and the challenges of living in communities surrounded by steep mountains and the North Atlantic.
Meanwhile, the scenery constantly changes as the road passes through tunnels, alongside fjords, beneath mountains, and between some of the most remote villages in the Faroe Islands.
This combination of nature and storytelling makes the Northern Islands Tour an excellent choice for travellers who want to see more than just the best-known attractions.
Lunch is not included on the 2027 small-group tour.
Guests are welcome to bring their own food, and there may be opportunities to purchase something to eat during stops along the route.
Fruit and bottled water are provided during the tour.
As the experience lasts approximately 5–7 hours, bringing additional food or snacks is recommended.
Weather conditions can vary considerably between different parts of the Faroe Islands. Therefore, waterproof outerwear and warm layers are recommended even when the weather in Tórshavn looks good.
The Northern Islands Tour operates on Tuesdays during the 2027 small-group season.
The overall 2027 small-group programme runs from 24 May to 5 September 2027. Therefore, scheduled Northern Islands departures run from Tuesday 25 May to Tuesday 31 August 2027.
This is primarily a sightseeing and road-trip experience rather than a hiking tour, making it a good option for travellers who want to experience the dramatic Northern Islands without undertaking a long hike.
The itinerary may change depending on weather, road conditions, local circumstances, and safety considerations.
Pickup can take up to 25 minutes depending on the locations of guests joining the tour, so please do not worry if your guide does not arrive immediately at 09:00.
Please ensure you have active travel insurance during your stay in the Faroe Islands. Travel insurance is responsible for covering expenses caused by delayed arrivals, cancellations, or travel disruptions.
