Iceland & Faroe Islands: A 15-Day Journey Through the North Atlantic
Glaciers, fjords, puffins, and volcanic wilderness — two of the world's most remarkable island destinations in one epic journey.
This Iceland and Faroe Islands tour brings together two of the most geographically dramatic destinations in the world, offering travelers a rare chance to experience volcanic landscapes, ancient turf houses, remote peninsulas, and the rugged beauty of the North Atlantic in a single 15-day expedition.
Iceland rewards visitors with an almost otherworldly variety of natural features. Over nine days, the route follows the Ring Road through black sand beaches, calving glacier lagoons, geothermal pools, and Europe's most powerful waterfall by volume. The midnight sun means daylight is virtually continuous, extending opportunities for exploration well into the evening hours.
The Faroe Islands offer a quieter, more intimate kind of discovery. Spread across six days, the itinerary reaches beyond the capital Torshavn to include island ferry crossings, brewery visits, dinners hosted by local families, and boat excursions to puffin colonies on remote cliffs. The pace is deliberately unhurried, allowing genuine engagement with Faroese culture and landscape.
Together, these two destinations form a journey that goes well beyond typical Nordic tourism. Travelers gain access to places rarely seen on standard itineraries, guided by local knowledge and a philosophy that values experience over spectacle.
Tour Highlights
Amphibian boat tour into Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon, where icebergs calve directly from the glacier into the sea.
Full day on the remote Langanes peninsula, one of Iceland's most isolated landscapes, searching for puffins and learning traditional fishing and farming history.
Swimming in a geothermal pool at Lake Myvatn, followed by a visit to a volcano and a site where Iceland learned to harness geothermal energy after a 1984 eruption.
Whale watching in Eyjafjordur, one of Iceland's most productive whale habitats, with options for private or group tours.
Dinner with a local family in Skopun, Sandoy, featuring traditional Faroese food and conversation with hosts Hansa and Samuel Peter.
Ferry crossing to Kalsoy Island in the Faroe Islands, where villages are linked by tunnel and the landscape is strikingly dramatic.
Guided tour of Foroya Bjor brewery in Klaksvik, producing internationally recognized beer, gin, and whiskey in the heart of the Faroe Islands.
Itinerary Overview
Transfer from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik for a walking tour of the harbor and downtown. The following day heads inland to Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir geothermal area before joining the Ring Road toward Vik and the black sand beach at Reynisfjara. Overnight near Vik, with a picnic dinner in a cave at Thakgil canyon.
Day three features the glacial lagoon at Jokulsarlon, the black diamond beach, and an amphibian boat tour. Days four and five move through the east, with waterfalls, a kayaking tour in Seydisfjordur, and an immersive day on the Langanes peninsula exploring bird life, remote farmsteads, and historical fishing culture.
The route passes through the Icelandic desert via Dettifoss, Europe's largest waterfall by volume, then Myvatn Lake for geothermal swimming and volcanic exploration. Day seven brings whale watching in Eyjafjordur and a visit to the historic turf house at Laufas, followed by time in Akureyri. Day eight circles the Troll Peninsula along the Arctic Coast Way, with a beer and walking tour in Siglufjordur and a swim at Grettislaug or Hofsos.
The final Icelandic day explores the Snaefellsnes Peninsula through lava fields, a shark museum stop, and a seal viewing area before returning to Reykjavik. The Perlan Museum and Harpa concert hall feature before a farewell dinner in the capital.
Travelers arriving in the Faroe Islands are welcomed with dinner at Fiskstykkid restaurant and a visit to Mulafoss waterfall. Day eleven includes a walking tour of Torshavn, the Tinganes historic district, the National Faroese Museum, and dinner at Tarv restaurant. Day twelve takes a ferry to Sandoy Island for a slow-paced day of village exploration and a dinner hosted by a local family in Skopun.
Day thirteen visits Klaksvik, the Foroya Bjor brewery, and the island of Kalsoy by ferry, with dinner in Mikladalur. Day fourteen heads by boat to Nolsoy, Mykines, or Vestmanna depending on weather, with puffin watching and bird encounters before a final farewell dinner in Torshavn. Day fifteen is departure day.
What Is Included
Included
- Airport transfers in Iceland and the Faroe Islands
- Accommodation throughout the tour
- Amphibian boat tour at Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon
- Kayaking tour in Seydisfjordur
- Whale watching tour in Eyjafjordur
- Guided walking tours in Reykjavik and Torshavn
- Brewery tour at Foroya Bjor in Klaksvik
- Dinner with a local family in Skopun, Sandoy
- Ferry crossings to Sandoy and Kalsoy islands
- Boat excursion to bird colony island (weather dependent)
- Picnic meals as noted in the itinerary
- Admission to Perlan Museum, Laufas turf house, and shark museum
Not Included
- International flights to and from Iceland or the Faroe Islands
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Optional activities outside the scheduled program
- Visa fees where applicable
Important Information
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Availability on this 15-day North Atlantic expedition is limited. Secure your spot now to experience Iceland's volcanic interior and the Faroe Islands' cliff-lined shores with a team that knows both destinations deeply.
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