Scandinavia 2012_Faroe Islands

7/31/2019 Scandinavia 2012_Faroe Islands

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Faroe IslandsAn Introduction


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Faroe

IslandsVgar and Mykines are the two westernislands. Mykines is said to be theparadise of birds referred to by theseafaring Irish monk, St. Brendan, inthe sixth century. Pufns nest here in

abundance in the summer and there is a large colonyof gannets. Vgar has some fabulous scenery, beautifullakes and is good for hiking and bird watching. Thereare also many links to the Second World War theairport here was founded by the British and there is asmall museum dedicated to the history of the Britishoccupation of the islands.

Streymoy is by far the largest island andis home to the capital city of Trshavn,said to be the smallest capital city in theworld. Torshavn is a pretty town with amaze of narrow cobbled lanes bordered

by grass-roofed cottages, and serves as an ideal touringbase. It is also on Streymoy that you will nd the famousVestmanna bird cliffs on the west coast, idyllic hamletslike Saksun in the north and the impressive historic site ofKirkjubur in the south.

Eysturoy island boasts the tallestmountain in the Faroes at 882 metresand affords breathtaking views. Awonderful island to explore with its tinyvillages and small towns. There is good

hiking to be had here and the northern village of Gjgv,with its sea lled gorge and idyllic scenery is where thecharming Gjaargardur guesthouse is located. An excellentbase for exploring the Northern Islands of Eysturoy andthe Nordoyggjar.

Nordoyggjar is the northern islands ofKalsoy, Kunoy, Bordoy, Vidoy, Svnoyand Fugloy. These are islands of legendsand dramatic vistas. Klaksvik is the maintown of these islands which boast some

of the most dramatic bird cliffs in the world. The highest(the cliffs at Enniberg) at 750 metres are located, in thenorthernmost part of Vidoy. The cliffs are accessible onfoot from the village of Vidareidi and we recommend aguided walk to reach the most dramatic views safely. Ofcourse you can also experience the cliffs by boat fromeither Klaksvik or Hvannasund.

Suduroy, is the southernmost island inthe Faroes and a two hour voyage by alarge car-carrying ferry from Trshavn.The beauty of Suduroy is both pastoraland tempestuous. The entire west

coast is made up of dramatic bird cliffs, while the east ispastoral, green, full of light and interspersed with fjordsand coves. A most beautiful island with spectacular vistas some say the most beautiful island of all!

Other islands - Stra Dmun, Ltla Dmun,Skvoy, Sandoy, Hestur, Koltur andNlsoy. The smaller islands are oftenhard to reach (either by mail boat orhelicopter) and some are uninhabited

but they add to the dramatic scenery as you travel aroundthe Faroes. Each one is distinctive in its own way: Kolturand Stra Dimun have only one family living on them(Koltur is also famous for having Highland cattle) andNlsoy has the worlds largest colony of Storm Petrels.

Faroe IslandsAn Introduction

FAROE I S LANDS

Gjgv

Eidi

Saksun

Vestmanna

Tjornuvik

Klaksvik

Vidareidi

Hvannasund

SorvgurMykines

TrshavnNLSOY

To Iceland and Norway

To Denmark and Scotland

FUGLOY

SVNOY

VIDOY

BORDOY

STREYMOY

VGAR

MYKINES

KOLTUR

HESTUR

SANDOY

SKVOY

STRA DMUN

LTLA DMUN

SUDUROY

KUNOYKALSOY

Kirkjubur

EYSTUROY

Tindholmer


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Hotel Streym, Trshavn Hotel Trshavn, TrshavnAirport: 44km Vgar 3-star hotel Bed & Breakfast Airport: 44km Vgar 3-star hotel Bed & Breakfast

Owner-managed by the charming Svend and his son-in-law Jens, the HotelStreym offers simple and intimate guest accommodation in the centre ofTrshavn. Staying at the Hotel Streym is like staying with friends, and the

owners are on hand to share stories of their life in the archipelago.Many rooms and the hotels lounge afford views over the Nolsoyarfjord, andwithin a short walk is the harbour from where boats depart to the islands ofNolsoy and Suduroy.Accommodation: 26 rooms including 6 single rooms and 2 family roomsAll rooms have bathroom (shower), hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone andcomplimentary WIFI internet connection 16 rooms enjoy a partial sea view Familyrooms can accommodate an extra bed for a child (limited oor space with an extrabed) Some noise can be heard from passing trafc in the rooms facing the street.Amenities: Buffet breakfast Lounge

Complimentary tea and coffeeavailable in the TV lounge 5-minuteswalk from the centre of TrshavnComplimentary internet point Freeparking.

Home to 19,000 inhabitants, Trshavn was the rst Viking settlement in theFaroe Islands and today is one of the worlds smallest capitals. Named afterthe Nordic God, Thor, the town exudes a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

The three-star Hotel Trshavn occupies an enviable position overlooking theharbour in the centre of the town. Renovated in 2007 the property boasts 43modern guest rooms, many of which enjoy a waterfront panorama and a restaurantand caf bar which attract locals and visitors alike.

Explore the narrow pathways on the historical peninsula of Tinganes, take a ferry to theislands of Suderoy (2 hours) or Nolsoy (30 minutes), take a stroll in the surroundingcountryside, or join one of the many excursions available the decision is yours!

Accommodation: 43 rooms including superior and business rooms All rooms havebathroom (shower), satellite and Pay TV, telephone, complimentary WIFI internetconnection, tea and coffee making facilities and iron and ironing board Superiorrooms have a view over the harbour front Business rooms enjoy a panoramic viewof Trshavn harbour and bathroom with hip bath and hairdryer.Amenities/Leisure: Buffet breakfast Hvonn Brasserie restaurant withpanoramic view of Trshavn harbour. The restaurant serves a selection ofinternational and fast food dishes Caf bar with lively night scene especially atweekends Complimentary WIFI internet connection in the caf and reception

Located in the centre of Trshavn 15 minutes walk from the ferry terminal fordepartures to Nolsoy and Suderoy Street parking.

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Guideline price per person -3 nightsPrices based on 2-sharing a Standard room, i ghts to Vgar with Atlantic Airways and

return private transfers. Single room supplement on request.

Hotel Streym June Jul-Aug Sep

560 566 560

Please refer to Page 03 for details of o ur pricing structure or telephone us for a quotation.

Guideline price per person -3 nightsPrices based on 2-sharing a Standard room, ights to Vgar with Atlantic Airways and return

private transfers. Single room supplement on request.

Hotel Trshavn June Jul-Aug Sep

613 621 613

Please refer to Page 03 for details of our pricing structure or telephone us for a quotation.

Special Offer: Early booking discount applicable for reservations made before 31Mar12.

Faroe IslandsHotels

Tjrnuvik Frerne


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Gjargarur,Gjgv

Hotel

Froyar,Trshavn

Airport: 75km Vgar

2-star hotel

Bed & Breakfast

Half Board recommended

Airport: 45km Vgar

4-star hotel

Bed & Breakfast

Owner-managed by Eirik Suni, this delightful timber-framedand grass roofed guesthouse is located in the picturesquevillage of Gjgv (from the Faroese for gorge) on the

north-coast of Eysturoy, home to 35 inhabitants. Renowned for itsbreathtaking views, steep headlands, green valleys and verticalsea cliffs and stacks the highest of which, Bgvin soars amagnicent 188m this region is guaranteed to reward any visitor.

A warm friendly welcome and peaceful surroundings awaitsguests at Gjargarur. A few days here can be as active or asrelaxed as you wish. Why not hike over the hills to Ambadalurand enjoy a wonderful vista towards the sea stack of Bgvin;climb Slaettaratindur, the highest mountain in the Faroe Islandsat 882m; explore the northern islands of Kalsoy, Kunoy, Bordoyand Vidoy; visit the seabird colonies by boat (from Vestmanna); oramble in the countryside among the sheep?

Accommodation: 25 rooms, split between the main hotel (14rooms) and a new annexe (11 rooms) Sunvil recommendsthe rooms in the annexe. These rooms, newly built in 2008,are tastefully decorated and have a bathroom (shower),complimentary internet connection and can accommodate anextra bed for an adult or child. Seven rooms enjoy views overGjgv to the neighbouring island of Kolsoy.

Amenities/Leisure:Buffet breakfast Restaurant serving lunchand evening meals (set menu Monday to Saturday and a buffetevening meal on Sundays). This is the only restaurant in GjgvPicnics can be arranged on request (payable locally) Playroom

Free parking Birds which breed on Eysturoy include ManxShearwater (Pufn), European Storm Petrel and Black Guillemots

1 hour drive to Trshavn, Klaksvik or Vgar airport Closest shopin Eii (14km) Free parking.

T

he Hotel Froyar enjoys a tranquil position perched high onthe hillside above the town of Trshavn affording panoramic

views over the Faroese capital, the Atlantic Ocean and theisland of Nlsoy.

Recently renovated, the Hotel Froyar has been designed to blendinto the surrounding landscape. Large panoramic windows in theguest bedrooms and restaurant look out onto the rugged, lushcountryside and the grass roof, the epitome of Faroese design,attracts birdlife, including the national bird the oyster catcher.

With ample parking, the Hotel Froyar is an ideal base for thosewishing to explore Streymoy and the neighbouring islands ofVgar and Eysturoy. It is also possible to reach the northernislands of Kalsoy, Kunoy, Bordoy and Vidoy within an hoursdrive. After a days exploration, guests can enjoy a drink andlocal cuisine in the Glasstovan restaurant and appreciate thepicturesque scene.

Accommodation:106 rooms including 4 family rooms and 4 suitesAll rooms have bathroom (bath and shower), hairdryer, satellite

TV, minibar, telephone, complimentary WIFI internet connection,iron and ironing board and a view over the town of TrshavnStandard rooms can accommodate an extra bed for a child Familyrooms can accommodate 4 people Some rooms interconnect.

Amenities/Leisure:Buffet breakfast Bar Panoramic restaurantserving traditional Faroese and international cuisine A taxi to

the centre of Trshavn takes c. 5 minutes and costs c. 85DKK eachway A walk downhill into the town centre takes approximately25 minutes (longer on the way back) Boats leave from Trshavnto the islands of Suderoy and Nlsoy Free parking.

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Guideline price per person - 3 nightsPrices based on 2-sharing a Standard room, i ghts to Vgar with

Atlantic Airways and return private transfers. Single room supplement

on request.

Hotel Froyar June Jul-Aug Sep

616 624 616

Please refer to Page 03 for details of o ur pricing structure or telephone

us for a quotation.

Special Offer: Early booking discount applicable for reservations made

before 31Mar12.

Guideline price per person - 3 nightsPrices based on 2-sharing a Superior room in the annexe, ights to

Vgar with Atlantic Airways and car hire (Group A see page 99).

Single room supplement on request.

Gjargardur June Jul-Aug Sep

649 658 649

Please refer to Page 03 for details of o ur pricing structure or telephone

us for a quotation.

Faroe IslandsHotels

Mykines


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Faroe IslandsExcursions

Private taxi tours

ApartmentKlaksvik,KlaksvikAirport: 75km Vgar

Self catering

This modern and newly refurbished apartment,familiarly known as The Old Henhouse, islocated in the centre of Klaksvik, the second

largest settlement in the Faroes. Boasting viewsover the town and the shing eet moored in theharbour, this property is an ideal base from whichto explore the northern islands of Kalsoy, Kunoy,Bordoy, Vidoy, Svinoy and Fugloy; or to participatein a shing or cruise excursion.

Light Scandinavian furnishings combine withspacious guestrooms, modern amenities anda well-equipped kitchenette to create a stylishand comfortable apartment. Attention to detail isapparent throughout.

The town of Klaksvik has a limited number ofrestaurants, all within an easy walk (100m), makingthis the ideal choice for a stay on Bordoy.

Accommodation: One double bedroom with partialview over the town, harbour and mountains Onetwin bedroom with street view Modern bathroom

(shower) Open-plan living room with satellite TVand kitchenette (4 electric hobs, oven, fridge-freezer,dishwasher, kettle and coffee maker) Washingmachine and dryer located in the basement of theproperty (accessed by an external door).Amenities/Leisure:Free street parking Klaksvikhas several banks, a small selection of restaurantsand a tourist information centre A 5-minute walkto restaurants.

Minimum stay:2 nights

Guideline price per person - 3 nightsPrices based on 2-sharing a 2-bedroom apartment,

ights to Vgar with Atlantic Airways and car hire (Group

A see page 99). Single room supplement on request.

Apartment Klaksvik June Jul-Aug Sep

829 843 829

Please refer to Page 03 for details of o ur pricing

structure or telephone us for a quotation.

Excursion to KirkjuburTake a drive to the ecclesiastical and cultural centre ofKirkjubur. Here stands the ancient Roykstovan farm,approximately 900 years old, home to the same Faroesefamily for 17 generations. Visit the fascinating museumexhibiting the farms long and illustrious history, theoldest church in the Faroes dating back to 1111 AD andthe ancient ruins of Saint Magnus Cathedral.

Duration: 1 hourPrice: 59 per taxi

Excursion to Saksun and TjrnuvikLocated beneath majestic mountains on the west coastof Streymoy, Saksun is one of the most distinctivevillages in the Faroes. Enjoy your free time by exploringthe village and by visiting the old farm, Dvugarar,which, now a national heritage museum, provides anintimate look into the rural life of the Faroe Islands.Tjrnuvk, the northernmost village in Streymoy, sits in anatural theatre created by the sharply rising mountainsabove it. The village faces the open sea and affords oneof the best views of the twin sea stacks, Risin (75m) andKellingin (73m), off the northern tip of Eysturoy.

Duration:3 hours 15 minutesPrice: 191 per taxi

Excursion to GjgvThe tranquil village of Gjgv is located on the north-coast of Eysturoy, 67km from Trshavn. The tourwill pass the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands,Slttaratindur (882m) and small village communitiesbefore reaching Gjgv with its sea-lled gorge andcolourful houses.Duration: 3 hours 15 minutesPrice: 191 per taxi

Excursion to ViareiiThe village of Viareii is the northernmost settlementof the Faroe Islands, located on the island of Vidoy.The views here are truly magnicent a lush, greenmountainous landscape surrounds the village andacross the ocean you can see the islands of Fugloyand Bordoy. The journey to Viareii is one of thehighlights of this excursion, crossing the islands ofStreymoy, Eysturoy, Bordoy and Vidoy en route.

Duration: 4 hours 15 minutesPrice: 259 per taxi

Taxi tour notes: All tours depart from Trshavn.

Prices are based on a taxi for up to 4 passengers.Each trip includes a stop of approximately 30-minutesto allow time for photos and visiting the area.

Gasadalur

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