Excursion Catalogue 2017 by Visit Tórshavn

EXCURSION CATALOGUE 2017

Photo: Mortan Mortensen

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.:

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

HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEING The sightseeing tour with the helicopter gives you a bird´s eye view of the southern part of the island of Streymoy and its spectacular surroundings. The tour is 15 minutes. Price: DKK 1500,Time: Mondays and Wednesdays 15:00 (June - August) Mondays 15:00 (Sept-May) Place: The helipad yviri við strond Incl.: Sightseeing tour/transport

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 675,Time: Wednesdays in April, May and June at 19:30 (3 hours) Place: Velbastaður Incl.: 3 course meal and 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 10.00-13.00 (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 08.00 – 17.00 (June-August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Guide, coach, lunch

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 950,- adults / DKK 555,- for children Time: Wednesdays 08.30 – 19.00 (June-August) Pickup: Hotels and Bus terminal Incl.: Coach, ferry

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

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 08.00 – 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 08.30 – 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: Everyday (May – September) at 10.00 – 14.30 – 17.00 (2 hours) Pickup: Self-drive to Vestmanna or by public bus (see www.ssl.fo/en/ ) Incl.: Guide, boat tour

12 WALKING MEDITATION An hour long walk, in silence, along old roads and the coast line to Gamla Hoyvíkin - an area favoured by the locals. We ground and do breathing exercises to fully savour the fresh North Atlantic air. Price: DKK 195,Time: Tuesday at 8.00 and Friday at 17.30 Pickup: Take bus 2 from Steinatún to “Óðinshædd” Incl.: Guide

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 (June 05 – August 28) at 08:50-13 Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (08.50) and Bus terminal (09.00) 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 metres) and Gráfelli (857 metres) Price: DKK 498,Time: Sunday (June 4 – August 27) at 08:50 – 14.00 Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (08.50) and Bus terminal (09.00) Incl.: Guide, bus, lunch in Gjáargarður

15 VISIT “GARÐAHÚSIÐ” - 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 (June 7 – August 30) at 08:50 – 14.00 Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (08.50) and Bus terminal (09.00) Incl.: Guide, bus, lunch

16 VISIT SAKSUN - THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE Visit Saksun, 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: Friday (June 9 – September 1) at 12:50 – 17.00 Pickup: Hotel Føroyar (12.50) and Bus terminal (13.00) Incl.: Guide, bus

17 HIKING TRIP BØUR - (VIEW OVER GÁSADALUR) Hiking trip from three kilometres west of the village Bøur, up the mountain where we have a fantastic view over the village Gásadalur, the islets Tindhólmur, Gáshólmur and the island of Mykines. Price: DKK 598,Time: Tuesday (May 2nd-October 24th ) at 13:00 – 19:00 Incl.: Bus and guide

18 HIKING TRIP KIRKJUBØUR- ARGIR This hiking trip begins from the historical village of Kirkjubøur and ends in Argir, near Tórshavn. On the route, we have a great view over Sandoy, Hestur, Koltur, Vágar, Eysturoy, Tórshavn and Nólsoy. Price: DKK 398,Time: Thursday (May 4 – October 26) at 16:00 – 18:30 Pickup: The hiking trip begins from Kirkjubø at 16:00. Use bus 5V at 15:34 Incl.: Guide

19 HIKING TRIP TJØRNUVÍK-SAKSUN Hike from the charming village of Tjørnuvík. See the highest mountains on the islands, the characteristic stone pillars, the Giant and the Witch and in Saksun awaits us the beautiful lagoon surrounded by sand and the fjord. Price: DKK 598,Time: Saturday (May 6 – October 21) at 12:45 – 19:00 Pickup: Tórshavn Bus terminal at 12:45 Incl.: Bus and guide

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 (May – August) at 09.00 – 12.00 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 (June – mid August) at 13.00 – 18.00 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 400,- adults / DKK 350,- 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: From 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,- (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 500,- adults / DKK 250,- for children 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 walk on the farm with the farmers. Hear about the first inhabitants from 1400 and see the old whaling station. Greet Faroese horses and sheep and try Faroese specialities from the farmers. Price: DKK 250,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, specialities, coffee/the

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 365,Time: Everyday (90 min) Pickup: Self-drive to Gamlarætt Incl.: Transport

28 RIB62 SIGHTSEEING. THE ISLAND OF KOLTUR This tour goes to the isolated and beautiful island of Koltur. Get a guided tour from the farmer, the only inhabitant on the island. Price: DKK 550,Time: Everyday (2 hours) Pickup: Self-drive to Gamlarætt Incl.: Transport, Guide

29 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

30 NAX – TEAMBUILDING, HIKING, BOAT TOURS, RAPPELLING, ETC. North Atlantic Xperience - NAX - utilises the unique surroundings and opportunities that exist on the islands. The tours can be kayaking in Tórshavn/Bøur, hiking in the mountains and rappelling in some scenic locations. Price: The price varies depending on the tour Time: By request Pickup: Departure is from Tórshavn Incl.: Guide, boat tour, floatation suit, equipment

31 ENNIWAY Day trips, evening trips, weekend trips and even trips to the neighbouring countries with the sailboat Enniway Price: The price varies depending on the tour Time: By request Pickup: Departure is from Tórshavn Incl.: Guide, boat tour, floatation suit, equipment, food can be arranged

32 RÍÐ & ET A trip on horseback in the mountains between T órshavn and Velbastaður. The trip will end at the home of Anna and Óli a moment for food culture, socialising, conversation and enjoyable meal. Min 8 people Price: The price varies depending on the tour Time: By request Pickup: Departure is from Tórshavn at Berg Hestar Incl.: Guide, Horse, Food and beverage

33 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 from 1st of May – 31st of August from 10.20-17.50 Pickup: úti á Bakka, Sørvágur Incl.: Boat transport

34 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,Time: Every day from 1st of May – 31st of August from 10.20-17.50 Pickup: Ferry from Sørvágur Incl.: Hiking permission, Guide, transportation, meal and refreshments.

35 KALLURIN Beautiful walk out to Kallurin in Kalsoy with the local farmer who will be your guide. You can take the boat from Klaksvík at 10 am and drive (with you own car) to Trøllanes. The tour is a medium tour. Price: DKK 550,Time: Mon/Wed/Fri at 11 am from 2nd of June to the 14th of August Pickup: The tour begins by the school in Trøllanes Incl.: Guide, meal and refreshments

36 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: DKK 1700,- (in total for all passengers) Time: By request Pickup: From the harbour in Sandur, Sandoy Incl.: Boat tour and fishing gear

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