Iceland & The Faroe Islands Hiking & Walking Tour
Emerald Cliffs, Waterfalls & Nordic Villages at the Edge of the Earth
Set out where continents drift apart. Finish where cliffs fall into the Atlantic. From Iceland’s volcanic rift zones to the wild and windswept archipelago of the Faroe Islands, explore the bold North Atlantic and feel on the edge of the world.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $7,049 - $7,149/person
Includes $450 internal air
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, exploring steaming geothermal vents and volcanic hills
- On the Faroe Islands, climb grassy ridgelines to Kalsoy’s iconic Kallur Lighthouse, perched dramatically above the open ocean and neighboring islands
- Hike to Sørvágsvatn, the famed “lake above the ocean,” and stand atop Trælanípa cliffs more than 1,000 feet above the Atlantic
- Sail by local ferry and high-speed RIB boat beneath massive sea cliffs and into one of the world’s largest sea caves
- Discover turf-roofed farmsteads in Saksun and follow ancient mountain paths to Tjørnuvík, home to the iconic sea stacks known as the Giant and the Witch
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Reykjavík Airport & Travel Details
- Explore Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, where the North American and Eurasian plates have slowly drifted apart
- Hike across moss-covered lava fields past steaming geothermal vents, cobalt-blue lakes and rust-colored rhyolite hills
- Take in sweeping views of this raw volcanic landscape before settling into our waterfront retreat overlooking the North Atlantic.
Night 1
Deluxe Hotel
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- Fly to the Faroe Islands and arrive amid steep green mountains and narrow fjords rising out of the North Atlantic
- Stand before Múlafossur waterfall as it cascades from basalt cliffs beside the turf-roofed village of Gásadalur
- Hike to Sørvágsvatn, the famed “lake above the ocean,” and continue to Trælanípa cliffs for sweeping views more than 1,000 feet above the sea
- Sail to the remote island of Skúvoy where seabirds circle above dramatic coastal cliffs
- Hike across rolling green hills to Fragradalur and along ridgelines overlooking guillemot colonies and puffins (until mid-August when they migrate)
- Skim by RIB boat beneath towering sea cliffs and venture into one of the world’s largest sea caves for a thrilling sea-level perspective of the Faroes.
Nights 2-3
Deluxe Hotel
Rest at this hillside retreat overlooking Tórshavn, enjoying its contemporary Scandinavian design, turf-roof architecture and lovely setting by the harbor. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Visit the turf-roofed farmstead of Saksun, set beside a tidal lagoon and framed by steep mountains
- Walk along the black-sand shoreline or hike over a high mountain pass to the village of Tjørnuvík
- Stand before the legendary sea stacks Risin and Kellingin, the Giant and the Witch, rising from the Atlantic
- Journey north through fjord-lined roads to Klaksvík in the heart of the Northern Islands
- Sail to the narrow island of Kalsoy, whose villages are linked by single-lane tunnels
- Climb grassy ridgelines to the iconic Kallur Lighthouse perched at the edge of the world
- Visit Mikladalur and the haunting Seal Woman statue rooted in Faroese legend
- Hike to the summit of Klakkur above Klaksvík’s harbor
- Take in sweeping views across the Northern Islands, narrow fjords and the vast Atlantic horizon.
Nights 4-5
Deluxe Hotel
Experience the rhythm of harbor life in the Faroe Islands' second-largest town at this relaxed and comfortable Northern Isles retreat surrounded by soaring mountains.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Reykjavík Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 2-4
All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
