- Discover beautiful landscapes and authentic villages Tórshavn on a guided bicycle tour
- Savour homemade Faroese meals with local families
- Explore scenic villages on Eysturoy island
- Experience the charm of Nólsoy with a local guide
Solo Holiday - Authentic Encounters in the Faroe Islands
Embark on a solo journey to the incredible Faroe Islands, designed for travellers seeking a blend of guided cultural experiences and personal discovery. From cycling through the quaint streets of Tórshavn to sharing traditional meals in local homes, this itinerary offers immersive encounters with Faroese life.
Explore scenic villages, enjoy guided tours, and savour home-cooked dishes with warm hosts, all while supporting small, community-based businesses. This itinerary takes you to the island of Eysturoy, the second largest archipelago and home to more picturesque villages for you to explore and locals to meet.
Throughout, stay in a charming B&B accommodation in Tórshavn, where the shared facilities plays a part in helping you meet like-minded travellers.
Our solo traveller holidays are created with your comfort and ease in mind. We hand pick accommodation that cater to solo guests, ensuring a secure and welcoming environment. Airport shuttle bus transfers are included on this holiday. To help you make the most of your time, we include guided tours that allow you to connect with other travellers while learning from local experts. We understand the challenges of dining solo, so we’ve carefully chosen home dining experiences where you can enjoy authentic meals in welcoming environments, making you feel like a part of the community.
Tour Itinerary
Arrive on the Island of Vágar, one of eighteen islands that make up the Faroes. Transfer by shuttle to a cosy B&B in Tórshavn. Settle in and enjoy a warm welcome from your hosts. Spend the afternoon at your own pace, exploring Tórshavn’s charming shops, visiting a local café, or perhaps stopping by the Art Museum to start your cultural journey.
Start your day with breakfast at the B&B. Later in the morning join a guided walking tour of Tórshavn. Led by a friendly local guide, you will explore key sites like the parliament, church, old town, ancient parliament site and Skansin. Enjoy a relaxed pace with plenty of time for questions, photos and personal stories from your guide.Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, exploring this small capital's shops, cafes or maybe the Art Museum. (B)
Meet the local guide for a 15km bicycle tour around Tórshavn. Discover the city's historical sites and beautiful spots with plenty of chances to stop for a photo.Later in the evening, enjoy a traditional meal ( Heimablidni) at a local home. You may be alone or joined by fellow diners who also want to experience a delicious and traditional home-cooked Faroese meal. (B,D)
Today, embark on a guided exploration of Eysturoy, the second-largest island in the Faroes. Your local guide will take you through picturesque and lesser-known villages such as Selatrað, Kolbeinagjógv, and Æðuvík, among others. In Æðuvík, enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal in a local resident’s home, where your hosts will share personal stories about island life and the rich traditions of the Faroese people. (B,L)
This morning, make your way to the harbour and board the ferry to Nólsoy (payable locally) for a guided morning tour of this tranquil island. Your local guide will lead you through key sites and stunning viewpoints while sharing the island’s fascinating history and local legends. Afterwards, enjoy a home-cooked meal at a local residence, where your hosts serve seasonal dishes made with fresh ingredients from their own gardens and farms. Spend the afternoon exploring more of Nólsoy at your own pace before heading back to Tórshavn. (B,L)
Take the shuttle back to airport for your flight back to the UK. (B)
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights between the UK and the Faroe Islands
- All airport taxes
- 5 nights accommodation at B&B in Tórshavn (shared facilities)
- Meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Return airport transfers by airport shuttle bus service
- Excursion - Guided bicycle tour around Tórshavn
- Excursion - Home dining in Tórshavn
- Excursion - Day tour to Eysturoy including home dining
- Excursion - Half-day tour to Nolsoy including home dining
- Excursion – 2-hour guided walking tour of Tórshavn
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Price Includes
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
Price Notes
- This holiday is available on Tuesdays and Saturdays from June to August 2026.
- Price based on one person on stays in June 2026 and there may be supplements for travel in peak season or flight fare fluctuations. Speak to your Regent Specialist for details
- International flights from the UK are based out of Gatwick in economy flights.
- Direct flights fly between Gatwick and the Faroe Islands operate on Tuesdays & Saturdays.
Tour Route Map
- Faroe Islands, Torshavn
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