- Enjoy the freedom offered by a car to explore these beautiful islands your way
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at the home Lena and Jakup
- Dine on multi-course meals at some of the best restaurants on the Faroe Islands
- Experience Faroese culinary delights
Culture & Cuisine of the Faroe Islands
This eight-day fly-drive is ideal for a group of friends or like-minded travellers seeking an active and immersive journey through the Faroe Islands, discovering both the traditional and modern culture of this remote archipelago. Food sits at the heart of Faroese life, and throughout your trip you’ll learn about the islands’ unique culinary heritage - where lamb and fish are staples of the diet and many homes still have small drying sheds used to preserve meat for the winter months.
In recent years, a new wave of restaurants has reimagined these age-old techniques, using local ingredients to create inventive modern dishes that celebrate the Faroes’ natural larder. Between these memorable culinary experiences, enjoy the freedom of the open road as you navigate dramatic coastlines, lush green mountains that plunge into the sea, and villages dotted with traditional turf-roofed houses. Wildlife lovers will also be rewarded with sightings of puffins, guillemots, razorbills and oystercatchers, while offshore you may spot gannets diving at remarkable speed in search of fish.
There’s nothing better than discovering the world with the people you enjoy most. Our Travel with Friends collection is created especially for small groups who want to share authentic experiences, from hands-on cooking classes and vineyard tastings to market visits, private tours, and cultural encounters that are more meaningful when enjoyed together. Each itinerary is designed for four or more travellers, offering excellent value, deeper connections, and the freedom to tailor your perfect mix of culture, cuisine, and adventure. Simply gather your friends - and we’ll take care of every detail.
Photo Credit: Sunset on west coast of Streymoy island @Alessio Mesiano
Tour Itinerary
Arrive at Vágar Airport, collect your hire car and check in to the nearby Hotel Vágar. Spend some time exploring the island, perhaps driving west to the remote village of Gásadalur, set beneath the surrounding mountains close to the Atlantic coast. Take the short walk to the viewpoint overlooking Múlafossur waterfall and, if open, stop at Café Gásadalur for some light refreshments.
Overnight at the Hotel Vagar or similar.
Today, head towards Eysturoy, travelling first through the sub-sea tunnel to Streymoy. We suggest visiting Saksun, set at the end of a long valley overlooking the Pollurin tidal lagoon, before continuing to Tjørnuvík, surrounded by mountains at the head of a black-sand bay. Continue to Søldafjørður and Garðahúsið – the Garden House, where you will meet your local host and explore the garden before sitting down to a home-cooked lunch of fish soup and Faroese cold cuts, followed by coffee or tea.
Afterwards, continue to the village of Gjógv. This evening, enjoy a Faroese Culture Night* at Gjáargarður, with traditional Faroese food accompanied by singing and chain dancing. (B,L,D)
Overnight at Gjaargardur Guesthouse in Gjógv or similar
* Culture Nights operate on selected Wednesdays and are subject to confirmation. An alternative cultural dining experience may be offered outside the operating period.
Today, head off to explore the Northern Islands. Travel through the sub-sea tunnel between Eysturoy and Borðoy, where a striking light installation by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson marks the tunnel's lowest point. Spend some time exploring Klaksvík, the second-largest town in the Faroes and an important centre of the country's fishing industry. From here, it is a short drive to Kunoy, with its mountain scenery and walking trails, or take the ferry to rugged Kalsoy, an island of tiny settlements and Faroese legends.
In Mikladalur, see the striking Kópakonan – Seal Woman – statue overlooking the sea. Back in Klaksvík, Fríða Kaffihús is a good option for coffee, cake or a light lunch before returning to Gjógv. We recommend reserving a table at Gjáargarður Guesthouse for dinner. (B)
From Gjogv, drive to Torshavn for a 4-night stay. On the way perhaps visit the bird cliffs at Vestmanna. A boat ride out of the fjord will turn to head along the foot of these spectacular cliffs, rising vertically out of the sea to a height of up to 650 metres. The cliffs are home to nesting puffins, guillemots and razorbills and this trip is often a highlight of any visit to the Faroe Islands. In the evening enjoy a 7-course chef's choice menu with accompanying wine menu at Barbara Fish House, tucked between the turf-roofed houses in the historic part of Tórshavn. (B,D)
Overnight at Hotel Brandan or similar
Today, explore the city of Torshavn. Wander the narrow streets lined with turf-roofed houses, where the Parliament is still based. In the harbour watch the local fishermen bringing in the day's catch and Torshavn is also home to the fascinating national museum, an intriguing art gallery and the Nordic House, a cultural centre which is often home to exhibitions and concerts. This evening, enjoy the dining experience at ROKS, set in a historic turf-roofed building close to the harbour. The menu comprises approximately 11 dishes, with a focus on fish, shellfish and produce from the surrounding Faroese waters. (B,D)
Overnight at Hotel Brandan or similar
Today is free to explore more of the Faroe Islands at your own pace. Perhaps head north to Hvannasund in the Northern Islands for the optional Fish, Visit & Dine experience. Join a small-group boat trip with a local host, combining sightseeing along the Faroese coastline with sea angling. Afterwards, visit a local home where part of the day's catch is prepared and served as a meal, offering an insight into Faroese food traditions and everyday island life.
Alternatively, spend the day exploring Tórshavn or drive through the sub-sea tunnel to Sandoy. Perhaps visit nearby Kirkjubøur, one of the most important cultural centres in the Faroe Islands and home to the ruins of St Magnus Cathedral. The historic farm here has been occupied by the same family for 17 generations. In the evening, if you are still feeling hungry, there are plenty of places to eat in the town centre, from casual cafés and pub food to more formal restaurants. We can recommend the tapas restaurant Katrina Christiansen, but there is plenty of choice. (B)
Continue your exploration of the islands. We recommend taking the short passenger ferry across to Nólsoy. Although only a short journey from Tórshavn, the island has a distinctly different pace of life. Explore the village, visit Ovasavnið, which tells the story of local adventurer Ove Joensen and his remarkable solo rowing journey to Copenhagen, or follow one of the walking trails for views across the surrounding islands and open sea. In the evening, enjoy a 5-course dinner at Áarstova, one of Tórshavn's best-known restaurants and particularly noted for its Faroese lamb. (B,D)
Return your car to the airport in time for your flight back to the UK. (B)
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights between the UK and the Faroe Islands
- All taxes & charges
- 7 night's accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- 8 day car hire Category D (Toyota Corolla Cross or similar) including unlimited mileage, airport fee, CDW/TP insurance
- Lunch at Garðahús
- Culture night at Gjáargarður including dinner*
- 7-course dinner at Barbara Fish House
- Set menu at ROKS - approximately 11 dishes
- 5-course dinner at Áarstova
* Gjáargarður Culture Nights is expected to operate 23 Jun to 18 Aug 2027,
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions & entrance fees
- Beverages and items of a personal nature
- Petrol, road/bridge/tunnel tolls
- All passenger & car ferry tickets
- Car hire super collision damage waiver (SCDW) upgrade
- Parking
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Price Notes
This tour is priced based on four adults travelling together, offering excellent value when sharing a larger hire car and enjoying experiences as a group. Prices for two travellers, larger groups, or solo travellers are also available - please contact us for a personalised quote.
The lead-in price is based on travel in June 2027 (please note is best recommended late June to the end of August but we can arrange this holiday outside these dates with changes to the itinerary). Supplements may apply for peak-season dates or flight fare variations. International flights are based on the direct Gatwick–Vágar service operating on Tuesdays and Saturdays or Edinburgh on Mondays and Thursdays, with regional departures via Copenhagen also available (supplements may apply).
A sustainability fee of approximately DKK 20 per person per night (age 16+) applies in the Faroe Islands and is typically payable locally. On this holiday to the Faroes it would be 140 DKK which is approx. £16.25 per person. Exchange rate and local taxes may change before you pay at the hotel
Accommodation features a selection of comfortable hotels and guesthouses chosen for their character, location, and ease of access to the islands’ cultural and culinary highlights. If you would prefer more upmarket options or have a different budget in mind, our travel specialists can tailor the trip to your exact requirements. Please call us on 0207 666 1290 to discuss your preferences.
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