Faroe Islands & Iceland

Exploration at the World's Edge

• Hike to a lighthouse overlooking cliffside colonies of puffins • Travel to an isolated islet the only way possible—by helicopter • Get up close with Iceland’s glaciers, geysers, and volcanoes • Don your dry suit and snorkel past underwater caves & sea cliffs

Destination • Explore the Faroe Islands in the North Atlantic, where waterfalls tumble directly into the sea. Immerse yourself in the unique mix of traditional culture and modern innovation, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Faroese as you explore their home by land, sea, and air. En route, spend three days among Iceland’s glaciers and volcanoes.

Themes • Explore the culture and dramatic landscapes of these Nordic islands, comparing life in Iceland and the Faroes. Travel to the islet of Stora Dimun by helicopter and talk with families who have farmed this island for centuries. Meet with the prime minister to discuss climate change, whaling, and the islands’ future.

Activities • Hike to the Faroe Islands’ largest lake, whose waterfall flows directly into the ocean. Take a ferry ride past towering cliffs to observe colonies of puffins and countless seabirds. Head out with Faroese fishermen to learn the ropes, and snorkel at the base of sea cliffs to find underwater caves.

Detailed itineraries and more at goputney.com

July 16–29

Completing Grades: 9–12 • 14 days • $5,990 + airfare Group Flight: Departs from New York