Come along for a private experience to enjoy the Wonders of Vágar Island. This trip follows a similar itinerary to our small group experience, but rather then traveling with others you will have our driver guide all to yourself, and we’ll do our best to avoid the crowds for your own private enjoyment.
The “Wonders of Vágar Island” tour presents some of the most captivating views in the Faroe Islands and is a must-see for any visitor. The tour features key attractions such as Trælanípan, known as the slave cliff, Sørvágsvatn, known as the hovering lake, and the picturesque village of Gásadalur. Vágar Island is renowned for its rich history and folklore, which we’ll explore in depth. Additionally, the tour showcases some of the most acclaimed waterfalls and viewpoints in the Faroe Islands, all within a single-day experience.
A mountain look-out
Pick-up begins at 9:00 AM as promptly depart from Tórshavn, taking the old mountain road toward the tunnel leading to Vágar Island. The old mountain road offers stunning scenic views, from which we will pause at Norðadalsskarð for a brief break. Weather permitting, this allows an opportunity to stretch our legs enjoy the splendid view over the fjord. We then proceed to Vágar Island via the Faroe Islands’ first sub-sea tunnel.
A famous waterfall
We will journey through the three charming villages on Vágar Island and pass by the airport, en route to our initial destination. Our first stop on Vágar Island will be the enchanting village of Gásadalur, renowned for the stunning Múlafossur Waterfall, which offers one of the most iconic views in the Faroe Islands. The picturesque Gásadalur was notably serving as a backdrop in the Swedish film “The Birdcatcher’s Son” – a story inspired by a local folktale from the early 19th century. It wasn’t until 2006 that a tunnel through the mountain was constructed, allowing access Gásadalur by vehicle. Prior to this, residents had to traverse the mountain by foot for any errands outside of the village.
The hovering lake and the slave cliff
From Gásadalur, we’ll guide you on a hike along the shores of Leitisvatn, the largest lake in the Faroe Islands, leading up to Trælanípan. Here, you’ll be greeted with a breathtaking view of the Faroes’ renowned ‘hovering lake’ – Leitisvatn. Situated high atop a cliff overlooking the sea, this lake creates a optical illusion of floating above the ocean. Trælanípan, or ‘slave cliff’ in English, carries a dark legend from the Viking age, where it’s said that disobedient slaves and lawbreakers were pushed off its 142-meter-high precipice as punishment. Beyond the iconic view of the hovering lake, Trælanípan also offers a panoramic view of the ocean, where on clear days, you can see five of the Faroe Islands’ southern isles.
Sea stacks and waterfalls
During the hike, we’ll also encounter the 30-meter-high Bøsdalafossur waterfall, which cascades directly into the North Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, we’ll marvel at the nearby Geituskoradrangur, a striking sea stack standing freely in the ocean.
The hike takes about 3 hours in total and is not difficult.
Upon completing the hike, we’ll return to Tórshavn, aiming to arrive around 15:00. This will give you ample time to enjoy an evening in our capital city.
Starting Price: 3.995dkk
Extra pr. person: 995dkk
Children: 495dkk
Included: Transport, Personal Guide, Pick-Up / Drop Off, Hiking Fee, Lunch & Beverages
What to Bring: Warm and Waterproof Clothes, Good Shoes, Camera
Duration: 5-7 hours
Pick-Up Time: 9h00
Group Size: 1-7
Difficulty: Easy+