How to Spend 5 Nights in the Faroe Islands: The Ultimate Itinerary

Detailed 5 Night Itinerary For The Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands is tucked between Iceland and Norway, this remote archipelago is perfect for travelers who love road trips, moody landscapes, and getting a little off the beaten path. We spent five days exploring by car and ferry, hiking in the midnight sun, exploring waterfalls, and embracing the slower pace that island life naturally brings. Below is the exact itinerary we followed when we visited in July, with realistic driving times, hiking details, and tips to help you plan your own Faroe Islands adventure.

Day 1: Arrival + Klakkur Hike

Drive time ~ 2.5 hours

• We flew into Vágar Airport (FAE) on a nonstop flight from Iceland and picked up our rental car right at the airport. The process was quick and easy—one of the perks of traveling to a small island nation. From there, it was about a 45-minute drive to Tórshavn, the capital and where we were staying all 5 nights.
• We checked into our Airbnb, then headed north for our first adventure: Klakkur Trail in Klaksvík, about an hour’s drive away. Thanks to the midnight sun, summer hiking is incredibly flexible here. We started the 1.7 mile hike around 730 pm and didn’t finish until about 10 pm, taking plenty of time at the top to soak in the views and snap photos.
  • The hike generally takes about 1-1.5 hours total when you begin from the high parking lot (Halsur).
  • I have separate blog with more details on the 4 main hikes we did: 4 Must-Do Hikes in the Faroe Islands

• On the drive back, a spontaneous detour down a scenic gravel road along the water didn’t go as planned—I managed to pop two tires 😅. With no roadside assistance available at midnight, an off-duty firefighter came to our rescue. We ended the night at the local fire station, eating cookies, laughing, and chatting until they drove us an hour back to Tórshavn around 1 am. A memorable welcome to the Faroes, to say the least.

Day 2: Slow Day in Tórshavn

With no rental car until the next day, we were forced into a slower pace—and honestly, it was perfect. After an 8-night campervan road trip in Iceland, we welcomed the downtime. We walked into town for food, explored Tórshavn on foot, and spent the rest of the day resting, watching Stranger Things, and catching up on sleep.

Day 3: Trælanípa + Múlafossur Waterfall

Drive time ~ 1 hour 45 minutes

• Our replacement rental car arrived in the morning, and we were back on the road. We drove 45 minutes to Vágar to hike Trælanípa, also known as the floating lake hike.
  • The trailhead in Miðvágur has parking, restrooms, and a small hut selling hot drinks and snacks. There’s an entrance fee of 200 DKK ($31)
  • The hike is easy to moderate and takes about 2–3 hours round trip, but we spent extra time at the viewpoints.
  • We started around 2 pm under fog and light rain, but the weather cleared beautifully—proof that it’s often worth going even if conditions don’t look ideal. The trail was quiet, and we saw very few people.
• Afterward, we drove 20 minutes to Múlafossur Waterfall in the tiny village of Gásadalur. It’s a short walk from the parking lot and one of the most iconic sights in the Faroes. We spent about an hour there before heading back to Tórshavn.

Day 4: Saksun, Tjørnuvík & Gjógv

Drive time ~ 3 hours 15 minutes

• We started the day with a 50-minute drive to Saksun, a tiny village known for its grass-roof houses. From there, we walked down to a black sand beach, completely empty except for us. With waterfalls in the distance and a population of just 14 people, it felt incredibly remote. We stayed about 1.5 hours, eating sandwiches and taking photos.
• Next, we drove 40 minutes to Tjørnuvík Beach on Streymoy. It’s another black sand beach with public restrooms—beautiful, but we didn’t linger long since we were excited for our next stop.
• The 45-minute scenic drive to Gjógv was a highlight on its own and brings you through curvy roads and the mountain pass called Gjaarskard.
  • Once there, we hiked the Gjógv Cliff Trail (this hike seems to have other names such as Ambadalur Valley Trail / Puffin Trail / Barmur Bench Trail) which all start near Gjáarkaffi Café and lead to stunning clifftop views.
  • The hike is moderate, 2.8 miles (or longer depending how far you explore after reaching the top), and takes about 1.5–2 hours. We started around 5 pm and finished by 6:30 pm.
• Afterward, we drove back to Tórshavn (about an hour) and went out for dinner in town.

Day 5: Kalsoy Island & Kallur Lighthouse

Drive time ~ 2 hours and 20 minutes (plus 40 minutes of ferry time)

• Our final day was the big one. We woke up early to tackle Kallur Lighthouse on Kalsoy Island, which requires a bit of planning.
• We drove 50 minutes from Tórshavn to Klaksvík and lined up at the Ferjulega ferry terminal. The car ferry only fits 12 cars, so arriving early is essential. (You can also leave your car behind and use buses on Kalsoy.) Ferry and bus schedules are available at SSL.FO, look for bus 506 and ferry 56 on the website.
• We took the 9:00 am ferry (20 minutes) to Syðradalur, then drove 20 minutes through narrow, one-lane tunnels to the village of Trøllanes, where the hike begins. The hike costs 200 DKK ($31), payable by cash or card.
• The Kallur Lighthouse hike is about 3 miles round trip, considered moderate to challenging, and usually takes 2–2.5 hours, though we spent extra time at the lighthouse enjoying the views, eating, and taking photos. We started around 11 am and finished around 3 pm.
• After missing the 3:10 ferry, we caught the 4:30 pm ferry back to Klaksvík, then drove back to Tórshavn for one final dinner before packing up for our flight to Oslo, Norway the next day.