Faroe Islands and Iceland Self Drive

Explore the beautiful Faroe Islands for 5 days, fly over to Iceland and spend 5 days exploring another stunning island in the North. The Faroe Islands are a great option for those looking for a different break away. Stay amongst the colourful buildings and experience life in a small big city that has retained its unique character and mesmerising charm. Head over to Iceland and explore some of the most famous sights including waterfalls, geysers and volcanoes!

Highlights

• Experience both the Magnificent Faroe Islands and Beautiful Iceland in one go!
• See quaint villages, go for short hikes and exploration
• Visit waterfalls, geysers and volcanoes in Iceland

Itinerary Suggestion

Part I - Faroe Islands 4 nights

Day 1 - Arrival
Upon arrival at the airport in the Faroe Islands you will pick up your rental car and drive only 200 meters down the road to 62N airport hotel where you will stay your first night. After check-in we suggest that you go for a sightseeing tour to Bøur and Gásadalur – from which you will have a fantastic view over Tindhólmur and Mykines.

Day 2 - Vestmanna Bird Cliffs
After breakfast and check out of the hotel you will pass through a subsea tunnel that leads to Streymoy. We suggest that you drive to Vestmanna where you have the opportunity to go on a boat tour to see the most popular attraction on the Faroe Islands - the birdcliffs north of the village Vestmanna. The boat trip is approx. 2 hours and needs to be booked in advance.

After the boat tour you will drive a bit more north over Streymoy - crossing "the bridge over the Atlantic" for Eysturoy - further to Eiði where you can see the famous rock formations known as the "giant and the old hag" and also Slættaratindur (882 meters), the highest mountain on the Faroe Islands. Enjoy the next night at the unique Hotel Gjáargarður in Gjógv.

Day 3 - The world's smallest capital Tórshavn
Today the tour goes south to the world's smallest capital Tórshavn, where you will check in at the hotel where you will be staying the next two nights.

Enjoy the city by taking a walk to the old part of town “úti á Reyni” and “Tinganes” – one of the worlds oldest parliaments.

Day 4 - Kirkjubøur - Travel decades back in time
We suggest a tour to Kirkjubøur (20 min. drive) – Kirkjubøur is the old cultural centre of the Faroe Islands. Visit the roughly 900-year-old Roykstovan and Ólav's church from AD 1111, named after King Olav the Holy. This church is the oldest church on the Faroe Islands and is still in use. See the ruins of St. Magnus Cathedral, which is regarded as one of the largest cultural attractions on the Faroe Islands.

Also we can recommend a visit to the small islands Nólsoy - just 20 minutes away from Tórshavn - you will discover an island totally different from the 2010 Europe - you will travel several decades back in time. The island has the largest colony of storm petrels - but these birds are only possible to see at night time. Enjoy the beautiful nature by taking a walk out to the light house.

Day 5 - Departure to Iceland
The visit to the Faroe Islands has come to an end and you are heading to Iceland. The rental car will be returned at the airport. Hopefully you will leave these 18 islands in the North Atlantic with many great memories.

Part II - Iceland 4 nights

Departures: Thursdays and Mondays, May - October

Price is from £1,995 per person based on 2 persons sharing a room and a small rental car

This includes:
- Flight from Edinbrugh or London Gatwick with Atlantic Airways to Faroe Islands including 20kg luggage allowance, taxes and fees (other flight options available)*
- Flight from Faroe Islands to Iceland including 20kg luggage allowance, taxes and fee
- Flight from Iceland to the UK including 20kg luggage allowance, taxes and fee
- 4 nights' accommodation in Faroe Islands and 4 nights' accommodation in Iceland (3 star standard with private facilities including breakfast)
- Small rental car, pick up and return at Vágar airport in Faroe Islands, including: Unlimited Miles, CDW, TP, airport tax and VAT
- Hertz small rental car, Toyota Yaris or similar, pick up in Reykjavík and return Keflavík airport (Iceland). Including: Free extra driver, Unlimited Miles, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection Waiver, Tax, Drop Charge
- A detailed itinerary we will put together for you
- All Iceland parcel, including maps, information and more
- Brochures and Maps of Faroe Islands and Iceland
- Our expertise in planning trips for UK customers
- Financial Protection (ATOL)

Not Included:
- Optional Excursions
- Travel Insurance
- Anything else not specifically listed under "this includes"

Life's a journey!

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Iceland offers the traveller an adventure in a beautiful and rugged landscape. However, experience shows that the forces of Icelandic nature can be harsh and inhospitable, and travellers are well-advised to exercise caution and respect for the country's natural environment. Please note, driving age limit in Iceland is 20 years old for passenger car (23 years for 4wd and minibusses), you must have a valid drivers licence and credit card for authorisation in order to book this holiday. More information and full details.

Tailor made self drive packages: Should you be looking for something a little more special? We can provide a tailor made itinerary, with small boutique hotels and local Icelandic hosted country accommodation. These inviting and friendly off the beaten track places to stay can offer intimate local knowledge of the surrounding area. Take advantage of the friendly natives, who take great pleasure in sharing with you their passion for the Icelandic landscape. Truly the Icelandic touch!