Excursion Catalogue 2018

EXCURSION CATALOGUE

2018

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RENT A BIKE IN TÓRSHAVN Wander around the capital, Tórshavn, and explore the sights on two wheels. Sport bikes and e-bikes.

Price: Time: Place: Incl.:

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DKK 150,- per day All year by request Visit Tórshavn, Steinatún Bike, helmet

FISHING IN SANDOY Fishing in Sandoy, with the captain Jóan Petur ­Clementsen, who has built the boat himself.

The tour is with min. 2 and max 12 people.

Price: For the boat DKK 1100,Time: By request (Duration 2 hours) Pickup: From the harbour in Sandur, Sandoy Incl.: Boat tour and fishing gear

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SUPPER CLUB Enjoy a delicious, organic Faroese supper club meal with friends and other guests in the home of farmers, Anna and Óli. An experience of a lifetime!

Price: DKK 975,Time: From May - August See dates on www.visittorshavn.fo

Place: Velbastaður Incl.: 5 course meal with beverages

4 TÓRSHAVN THE SMALLEST ­CAPITAL IN THE WORLD Visit one of the world´s smallest capitols, which was founded in 825 AD. See the beautiful panorama view over Nólsoy and hear stories about the parliament buildings and the small houses in the old town.

Price: DKK 495,- adults / DKK 250,- for children Time: Mondays 09:00 - 12:00 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach

5 EXPERIENCE THE NORTHERN ISLANDS A whole day excursion to the Northern Islands. En route visits to a Viking Settlement in Leirvík, Christians Church in Klaksvík and a wool shop.

Price: DKK 950,- adults / DKK 480,- for children Time: Tuesdays 09:00 - 16:00 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach, lunch

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VISIT VÁGAR Via the mountain road to Norðadalsskarð and Leynar and continue through the sub-sea tunnel to the island of Vágoy. Visit the charming villages Bøur and ­Gásadalur, and get a magnificent view.

Price: DKK 600,- adults / DKK 300,- for children Time: Wednesdays 08:30 – 12:30 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach

7 VISIT MYKINES - THE BIRD ISLAND Day trip to the westernmost island of Mykines, also called a bird paradise.

The tour is guided on the bus till we reach the ferry at Sørvágur.

Price: DKK 1.495,- adults/ DKK 750,- for children Time: Wednesdays 09:00 -19:00 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Coach, ferry

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PANORAMA & VESTMANNA BIRD CLIFFS BY BUS FROM TÓRSHAVN Via the mountain road to Vestmanna where the excursion boat awaits. The boat sails along the cliff wall, into a narrow strait and into some of the many grottoes. On the return to Tórshavn, stop at the Viking settlements in Kvívík.

Price: DKK 795,- adults / DKK 395,- for children Time: Thursdays 12:30 – 17:30 (June - August) Saturdays 12:30 – 17:30 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal

Incl.: Guide, coach, boat trip

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NORTHERN EYSTUROY On this tour see the stone formations “The Giant and the Hag” and the highest mountain on the Faroe Islands.

Visit to Saksun – a small village surrounded by high mountains in beautiful settings.

Price: DKK 890,- adults / DKK 445,- for children Time: Fridays 09:00 – 15:00 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach, lunch

10 VISIT SANDOY AND KIRKJUBØUR Experience traditional Faroese lifestyle, bird cliffs etc. in the beautiful island of Sandoy.

On the way back we visit Kirkjubø and Olav’s Church from year 1111.

Price: DKK 995,- adults / DKK 495,- for children Time: Sundays 09:00 – 18:00 (June - August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach, lunch, ferry

11 VESTMANNA BIRD CLIFFS – DEPARTURE FROM VESTMANNA We take you through narrow sounds, into deep ­grottoes, carved by the surf through ages, and close to the over 1500 feet high-rise cliffs, where ­thousands of sea birds are nesting.

Price: DKK 320,- adults / DKK 175 for children Time: Every day (May - September).

2-3 tours per day Duration: 2 hours Pickup: Self-drive to Vestmanna or by public bus (see www.ssl.fo/en/ ) Incl.: Guide, boat tour

12 GUIDED BUSTOUR TO THE NORTHERN ISLANDS Faroe Islands´ second-largest town Klaksvík, and the ­island Kalsoy, where you can find the statue of the Selkie.

Price: Time: Pickup: Incl.:

DKK 1.295,Saturdays 08.30-19.00 ( April – September) Hotel sin Tórshavn or busterminal Guide, boat, packed lunch, coffee & cake

13 EXPLORE TÓRSHAVN AND HISTORICAL KIRKJUBØ A both scenic and informative bus trip from Tórshavn to Kirkjubøur, where we will visit the Magnus Cathedral, the St. Olaf’s Church and Kirkjubøgarður, estate farmhouse and end with a nice cup of coffee in the old Roykstovan Price: DKK 398,Time: Mondays 8:00 - 12:00 (April 9 - October 22) Pickup: Bus terminal (08:00) Incl.: Guide, bus, tea/coffee & pastries in Kirkjubøgarður

14 EXPLORE GJÓGV – THE ROMANTIC VILLAGE IN EYSTUROY Gjógv is best known for its picturesque scenery and its natural harbour, in the gorge that has given the village it’s name, Gjógv. We will pass the highest mountains on the islands: Slættaratindur (882 m) and Gráfelli (857 m) Price: DKK 498,Time: Thursday 15:00 - 19:00 (April 12 - October 25) Pickup: Bus terminal (15:00) Incl.: Guide, bus, lunch in Gjáargarður

15 VISIT “GARÐAHÚSIД - ENJOY A UNIQUE HOME VISIT This is a both scenic and historic bus tour from T ­ órshavn to Søldarfjørður, where we will stop for hot drinks and pastries at the cosy 19th century country home “Garðahúsið” Price: DKK 498,Time: Wednesday 08:50 - 14:00 (June 6 - August 29) Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (08:50) and Bus terminal (09:00) Incl.: Guide, bus, lunch

16 VISIT SAKSUN - THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE A picturesque village at the bottom of what was once an inlet surrounded by steep mountains. You will also see the Saksun church built in 1858 and later a stop to the oldest church in the Faroe islands, which is in Hvalvík Price: DKK 398,Time: Fridays 12:50 - 17:00 (June 1- August 31) Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (12:50) and Bus terminal (13:00) Incl.: Guide, bus

17 AUDIOGUIDE. A HANDFUL OF STORIES Walk among founders of the modern capital of Tórshavn – both the ordinary and the extraordinary; hear their stories… a legacy that lives on today.

Price: DKK 75,Time: 8:00 - 17:30 (approx. 1 hour) Pickup: The tour starts at the cemetery.

Incl.: Audio guide, map of the cemetery

18 BOAT TOUR TO MYKINES Boat transport from Sørvágur to Mykines and back. It is necessary to have a guide, if you want to hike in the outfield.

Price: DKK 145,Time: Every day 10:20 - 17:50 (May 1 – August 31) Pickup: úti á Bakka, Sørvágur Incl.: Boat transport

19 MYKINES Heimdal offer many different tours on request. ­ Try this guided tour to Mykines, “the Paradise of Birds!”

Be fascinated by the antics of the Puffin colony that ­graces the island with its presence every summer.

Price: DKK 1200,- (with min. 2 person) Time: Every day 10:20 - 17:50 (May 1 – August 31) Pickup: Ferry from Sørvágur Incl.: H iking permission, Guide, transportation, meal and refreshments.

20 CRUISE WITH THE SCHOONER NORÐLÝSIÐ Go on a morning cruise with the schooner Norðlýsið.

Sail close to the coastline, watch cliffs rising from the sea. See birds, cliffs, maybe seals. Depending on wind and weather, we usually also have a short stay in Nólsoy.

Price: DKK 300,Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 09:00 – 12:00 (May 22 September 13) Pickup: Departure is from Vágsbotnur Incl.: Guide, boat tour

21 CONCERTO GROTTO AND SIGHTSEEING An experience of a lifetime! Boat tour with the ­Schooner “Norðlýsið” and a grotto concert with nature’s participation. Sometimes the birds participate, other times, the waves make the heavy beating.

Price: DKK 450,Time: Tuesdays and Sundays 13:00 – 18:00 (June 3 August 28) Pickup: Departure is from Vágsbotnur Incl.: Guide, boat tour

22 HORSEBACK RIDING Try going on horseback along the tracks in the beautiful hills surrounding Tórshavn. Local experienced guides escort you on the tour. On the tour we have a great view over the capital of Tórshavn.

Price: DKK 500,- adults / DKK 450,- for children (2 hours) Time: On request Pickup: Departure is from Berg Hestar stables Incl.: Guide, Horse

23 GUIDED WALK IN TINGANES – THE OLD TOWN A guided walk through the historical and charming part of town, Tinganes, which houses the Prime Minister’s office and administrative offices. It was previously the political and commercial centre of the Faroe Islands and is alive with exciting stories of love and misconduct, commercial dealings and political power.

Price: DKK 200 ,- (with min. 4 participants) Time: By request (2 hours) Pickup: VisitTórshavn, Niels Finsensgøta 17 Incl.: Guide

24 FISHING TRIPS FROM VESTMANNA From July to September we offer fishing trips (Deep sea fishing) every day. Apart from fishing, you experience the beautiful nature, bird life, seals and lots more.

This is the perfect way to experience our fantastic island Price: Half day: DKK 400,- adults / children DKK 200 Full day: DKK 850,- per person (shared boat) Time: Every day at 9:30 and 14:30 (June – end August) Pickup: Self-drive to Vestmanna or by public bus Incl.: Guide, boat tour, equipment, floatation suit

25 EXCURSION TO TINDHÓLMUR – DEPARTURE FROM SØRVÁGUR Tindhólmur must be one of the most photographed places in the country; there it lies with its distinctive form guarding the fiord of Sørvágur. There have been countless people who have wanted to take a trip to and around Tindhólmur, and now it is possible.

Price: DKK 550,Time: Sundays in July at 14:00 – 18:15 Pickup: Self-drive to Sørvágur or by public bus Incl.: Guide, boat tour, admission fee to Tindhólmur, tea/coffee/cake

26 VISIT SIGNABØGARÐUR Take a historical hike with the farmers (up to 200 m altitude). Hear about first inhabitants from 1400 and see the old whaling station. Greet Faroese horses and sheep and try Faroese specialities from the farmers.

Bring hiking shoes.

Price: DKK 350,Time: Mondays at 13:00 and Thursdays at 18:00 (June 1 – August 31) Pickup: Self-drive to Signabøur or by public bus Incl.: Guide, meal at the farmers house

27 RIB62 SIGHTSEEING. THE ISLAND HESTUR See the west side of the island, which is like entering another world. The stunning 400-meter high cliffs, with thousands of birds and large caves, is something you should not miss on your visit on the Faroe Islands.

Price: DKK 400,Time: Everyday (90 min) Pickup: Self-drive to Gamlarætt Incl.: Sightseeing, floatation suit

28 RIB62 SIGHTSEEING. THE ISLAND OF KOLTUR This tour goes to the isolated and beautiful island of Koltur.

Price: DKK 300,Time: Everyday (4 hours) Pickup: Self-drive to Gamlarætt Incl.: Transport, Floatation suit

29 HIKING - SLÆTTARATINDUR (GUIDE INCL.) Hike Excursion to the highest mountain top of the Faroe Islands. Please bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

Difficulty level: Moderate Price: DKK 498,Time: Mon and Fri 11:00 (June 1 – August 27) Duration: Approx 3-4 hours Pickup: Self drive to “Eiðisskarð” Meeting Point: The parking lot Hike Excursion to the islet Tindhólmur. Please bring

30 HIKING – TINDHÓLMUR (GUIDE INCL.) warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

Difficulty level: Moderate Price: DKK 498,Time: Sundays in July from 14:00 - 19:00 Pickup: The ferry berth in Sørvágur.

31 HIKING - ENNIBERG (GUIDE INCL.) Hiking tour to Cape Enniberg, one of the highest promontories in the world. The tour will start from the beautifull village of Viðareiði. Please bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

Difficulty level: Challenging Price: DKK 498,Time: Thur and Sun 11:00 (June 3 – August 30) Duration: Approx. 5-6 hours Pickup: Self drive to Viðareiði.

Meeting point: “Uppi við Garð”

32 HIKING TOUR IN MYKINES (GUIDE INCL.) Hiking with a local guide to the islet Mykineshólmur. The tour begins outside his house. Please bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

It is also possible to buy a meal at the café in Mykines.

Difficulty level: Moderate Price: DKK 625,Time: Every day 11:30 - 16:00 Pickup: Get information from Visit Tórshavn Incl.: Guided tour, outfield fee N.B.: You also need to book a ferry ticket

33 HIKING - KALLURIN (GUIDE INCL.) Hiking tour to the north tip of the island of Kalsoy, where the lighthouse is. Please bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

Difficulty level: Easy Price: DKK 448,Time: Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat 11:00 (April 2 - September 29) Duration: Approx. 2 hours Pickup: Self drive/sailing or public t­ ransportation to Trøllanes.

Meeting point: By “the” bus stop in Trøllanes

34 HIKING - STAKKURIN (GUIDE INCL.) Hike Excursion to the Sea Stack of Tjørnuvík. Please bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

It is possible to buy waffles and coffe in the village.

Difficulty level: Moderate Price: DKK 748,Time: Wed and Sun 14:00 (June 3 - August 22) Duration: Approx. 4-6 hours Pickup: Self drive to Tjørnuvík.

Meeting point: The parking lot

35 HIKING - HØVDIN IN SAKSUN (GUIDE INCL.) Hike Excursion with a beautifull view over the bay of Saksun.

Bring warm clothes, hiking shoes, picnic lunch and water.

Difficulty level: Moderate Price: DKK 498,Time: Tue and Sat 10:00 (June 5 - August 28) Duration: Approx. 4-5 hours Pickup: Self drive to Saksun.

Meeting point: The church in Saksun

OTHER TOURS /TOURS ON REQUEST - CALL +(298) 30 24 25 MM TOURS Guided bustours all over the Faroe Islands, every day.

NAX Rapelling, teambuilding, boat tours etc.

RÍÐ OG ET Horseback riding to the farmers house.

HIKING.FO Hiking tours with guide all over the Faroe Islands

ENNIWAY Boat trips with sailboat

FAROETREKKING.FO Hiking, storytelling, pilgrimages etc.

BOOKING AND REQUESTS Visit Tórshavn Niels Finsensgøta 17 Tórshavn +(298) 30 24 25 torsinfo@torshavn.fo visittorshavn.fo øta

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