My Experience Doing the “See-It-All” Faroe Islands Tour

The Faroe Islands do look as magical in real life as in every photo you’ve seen of them. While it’s great if you have your own car and at least a week to explore the archipelago, not everyone has either or both of these luxuries. Renting a car on the Faroes can also be super expensive. 

Though the public transport network is pretty good, you will need to allow more time. One easy way to solve all of these problems is by joining a tour, which is precisely what I did on my first visit to the Faroe Islands. I paid for the “See-It-All” tour, which lasts for seven hours and takes you to some of the biggest highlights. 

Beyond that, though, you’ll also see spots that you might otherwise not have. Since you might be thinking about also joining this tour, I wanted to put together a complete guide to help you make the right decision. These are all based on my own experiences, and I’ll also give you context so you can choose based on your circumstances. 

In this guide, you’ll also find out the pros and cons of doing the tour. The whole article is accompanied by original photos I took on the day, too, so you can see what it’s like to actually join. 

I paid for the “See-It-All” tour on my first trip to the Faroe Islands with my own money. All opinions are my own. 

Why I Wanted to Take a Tour on My First Trip to the Faroe Islands

On my first trip to the Faroe Islands, I didn’t have a driving license and was visiting as a solo traveler. Since I only had four nights, I figured that a tour would be the best approach compared to taking public transport. I’ve taken a similar approach on trips to Iceland when I haven’t had a car, and it has worked out well. 

I could also have taken taxis if I wanted to. The Faroe Islands are small enough that you can travel to most places from Tórshavn within a few hours. However, taxis on the Faroes are also incredibly expensive. So, I didn’t want to use them to get everywhere. 

While I would have been happy spending my holiday in Tórshavn, it seemed pretty pointless to visit the Faroe Islands and *not* see some of its stunning nature. So, joining a tour was the most logical of the options I had. I have since returned to the Faroes and driven around, but tours are still a good way to see the archipelago IMO. 

On the Day: My Experience of the “See-It-All” Faroe Islands Tour

I was actually quite lucky with my tour because it was the only day on my trip when the weather was reasonable. Either side of it, it was pretty stormy with winds of 17 m/s (which is around 38 miles per hour or 61 km/h). I do think that some things are fate, and maybe not having to worry about my hat being blown off my head was one of those. 🙂

My driver picked me up from my hotel in Tórshavn. After a brief introduction, we went to pick up one other person who was joining the tour. Then, we went out to explore the Faroe Islands. 

We first headed for the island of Eysturoy, which involved passing through the Eysturoy Tunnel. Here, we saw the world’s first undersea roundabout, which opened in December 2020. We saw many highlights of Northern Eysturoy, including the beautiful village of Gjógv and the famous winding road above Funningur. And yes, I can confirm that Gjógv is just as beautiful as it looks in photos. 

After going around Eysturoy, we made our way back to Streymoy (the island that Tórshavn is on). Here, we went to beautiful Tjørnuvík. Whether you join this tour or not, visiting Tjørnuvík is one of the best things to do on the Faroe Islands. Close to Tjørnuvík, we briefly stopped at Fossá—the tallest waterfall on the archipelago. 

Our tour guide took us to scenic Saksun, too, before we went to the island of Vágar. As a side note, I wrote a complete guide to Vágar after returning on a future trip.

On Vágar, we went to the Gásadalur/Múlafossur viewpoint. I’m pretty sure that this is the most famous spot on the Faroe Islands, and as someone who loves landscape photography, I could easily have spent all day here. 

We went to a number of other spots on Vágar and Streymoy before heading back to Tórshavn. All in time for dinner, as cliché as that is. 

Some Nice Unexpected Stops

I already knew we’d visit the likes of Gásadalur and Gjógv, and these big highlights were my main reason for booking the tour. However, it was also nice to visit some unexpected places and learn more about the Faroe Islands in general. 

Our guide grew up in Tórshavn and had a lot of interesting things to say about her experiences (and how much the capital has grown over her lifetime). We also learned more about the Faroe Islands in general.

One particularly nice thing was stopping for lunch at the excellent Fiskastykkið café in Sandavágur. This wasn’t included in the tour, and we had to pay for our lunch, but the cinnamon buns and fish soup were both amazing. I’ve recommended this place to basically everyone since, and I was devastated when I returned to the Faroe Islands and found that it was fully booked 🥲. So yes, definitely book a table on the website if you plan to visit alone.

As someone who grew up in Britain, I was also interested to learn more about the relationship between the UK and the Faroe Islands. I learned that Cadbury’s Fingers are very popular on the Faroes, and since they’re one of the greatest chocolates on the planet, I was delighted when my tour guide brought a box of them with her. 

For context, Britain strategically occupied the Faroe Islands during World War II after the Nazis took Denmark. You can actually see abandoned WWII bunkers if you do the Eiðiskollur hike, and the Skansin fortress in Tórshavn was used as a naval base by the British army during the war. 

The Highlight From This Day Was Hard to Pick, But…

It has to be Gásadalur. This is the most popular spot on the Faroe Islands for a reason. When I was there, I literally said “oh wow” out loud; the view of the waterfall, village, and Árnafjall mountain is one of the most beautiful things I’ve seen. 

To be honest, though, I thought that Tjørnuvík gave Gásadalur a run for its money. I didn’t really think too much about the village beforehand, but I really enjoyed visiting. This was another place that I have since returned to, and I can confirm that the weather didn’t play as fairly on the second visit. 

I Recommend This Tour, and Below Are My Main Reasons Why

1. It’s a Convenient Way to See the Faroe Islands Without Your Own Car

As I mentioned earlier, you need a car if you want the full freedom to explore the Faroe Islands. The archipelago does have a great public transport network, but it’s designed to serve locals. Since there aren’t that many people living on the Faroe Islands, some services only depart a few times per week. 

2. The Tour Involves Small Groups

I’ve taken dozens of tours in several countries, and as such, I’m a pretty good person to tell you that they aren’t all equal. I *can* do tours with more people, but if I had the choice, I would rather travel in a smaller group. 

I usually find that tours in smaller groups are more laid-back, and it’s much easier to talk to others. I only had one other person join me on the tour (excluding the driver), and we therefore had conversations throughout the day. 

3. Communication and Pick-Ups Were Very Straightforward

It’s always a bit unnerving to figure out the logistics when booking a tour. So, one of the biggest things I appreciate is when a tour guide is transparent about how everything will work. The “See-It-All” tour left no guesswork. 

The pick-up was very straightforward, and I was dropped off at my hotel again after the tour. Advance communication was also effective, and everything ran as it was supposed to. 

4. It Was Nice to Explore the Faroe Islands With a Local

I’m more than happy to explore destinations on my own, which I guess is kinda obvious when I literally have a travel blog. But at the same time, it’s also nice when locals show you the place they live through their eyes. 

By joining this tour, I saw parts of the archipelago that I otherwise wouldn’t have. Moreover, I got an idea of locations I would like to spend longer in during future visits—some of which I already have, and others of which are still in my mind for when I return again. 

It was also nice to learn more about Faroese society. While a lot of Faroese people live in Denmark (where I live), I don’t recall actually interacting with any before this trip. The culture has a lot of similarities to other parts of the Nordics, but it’s still unique in its own right. 

5. The Tour Didn’t Feel Rushed

One of the biggest concerns when joining tours is feeling like you’re being rushed all over the place. This, however, was not the case when I did the See-It-All Faroe Islands tour. 

I felt like our itinerary had the right amount of pre-planned things to see, and I never felt like we were being rushed all over the place. I naturally found some places I’d have happily spent longer in, but I didn’t feel like we were anywhere for too little time. 

We also had time to be spontaneous and see other spots that weren’t pre-planned. By the time I returned to Tórshavn, I felt like I had been given a solid introduction to the Faroe Islands. 

6. In My Opinion, the Tour Is Fairly Priced

Whether you’re exploring Tórshavn or in another part of the archipelago, there’s no getting around the fact that the Faroe Islands are expensive. Even as someone who lives in notoriously pricey Copenhagen, I still think that the Faroes cost a lot of money. 

In the grand scheme of things, the “See-It-All” tour is fairly priced. It costs 1,450 DKK at the time of writing in April 2026, which is just over $220. You will have to pay a small service fee when you book, but it’s still all reasonable, I think. You get a lot on the tour, and in my opinion, there are worse ways to spend your money. 

7. The Tour Runs Year-Round

My first visit to the Faroe Islands was in March, which was very much the off-season. By that, I mean that I’m pretty sure I was one of the only tourists there at that time of the year. This was great for avoiding the crowds, but the downside is that many tours are not yet operating.

The “See-It-All” tour, however, runs throughout the year. This was ideal for when I was visiting, and it’s also ideal if you’re here in the winter when daylight hours are very limited. So, if you spontaneously decide to book flights to the Faroe Islands, this is a good tour to consider joining. 

For what it’s worth, the tour runs regardless of the weather. Which is ideal, because the weather on the Faroe Islands is notoriously… interchangeable, to say the least. 

8. You Can Cancel for Free Up to 48 Hours Before

If your plans change, you can cancel your booking for free if you do so at least 48 hours before the tour starts. So, if you want to be more flexible on your visit, this is an ideal choice.

You won’t be able to cancel your trip if it’s earlier than 48 hours before the scheduled departure, and you will also be charged the full price if you don’t show up. But if you want the option to be more flexible and have some leeway, the cancellation option is nice. 

There Are, However, Also Some Trade-Offs to Consider

While my opinions on the tour are overwhelmingly positive, there are pros and cons to everything. This is no different. Below, I’ll mention the biggest drawbacks to consider before you book. 

1. You Can’t Spend as Long as You Want in Each Location

Although the tour didn’t feel rushed, you will of course have less flexibility than if you drive yourself. 

This wasn’t too much of an issue for me, but at the same time, I also knew that I would visit the Faroe Islands again. It’s very easy to fly there from Copenhagen, and I also knew I’d have access to a car to explore for longer. If you expect this to be a once-in-a-lifetime trip, it is something worth considering. 

If you’d rather choose how long you spend in each place, booking your own rental car is a smarter choice. You can check for car rentals on the Faroe Islands here if you’d prefer to do that. 

2. You Won’t See Every Island on This Tour

As small as the Faroe Islands are, it’s impossible to see everything in a single day. Well, you could try, I guess—but you’d feel like you’re speedrunning the entire trip. While this tour did cover many of the main sights, we didn’t visit every single island. 

The tour took us to the northern part of Streymoy, along with Eysturoy and Vágar. We didn’t go to the Northern Isles (I saw these on a separate trip), nor did we go to Sandoy (I also went here on my second visit instead). 

Who Is the “See-It-All” Faroe Islands Tour Best For?

In my opinion, the “See-It-All” Faroe Islands tour is best for anyone who’s visiting the Faroe Islands without a driving license and doesn’t have a significant amount of time. You could use public transport for some shorter day trips not covered on the tour, such as from Tórshavn to Kirkjubøur. And then, for the further-away spots, this and the other tours mentioned will give you a better overall trip to the Faroes. You should base yourself in Tórshavn, and I have a full guide on where to stay if that’s your plan.

I also recommend joining this tour if you don’t have the budget to rent a car. Doing so is very expensive in the Faroes, especially if you visit during the summer. Taking a few tours could help you save money, and they’re also nice if you don’t want to do all the driving yourself. 

The tour is also worth joining if you want a local to show you the best spots on the Faroe Islands and also give you some extra context. I felt like I had a better knowledge of the place after visiting, and it was also good to have my questions answered by someone. 

How I Booked This Tour

I booked this tour via Guide to Faroe Islands; you can do so on this page. After booking the tour, I received confirmation via email. 

Conclusion

The Faroe Islands are in my top five places I’ve ever visited, and my first trip was—despite the weather for most of it—memorable. Joining the “See-It-All” tour allowed me to see some of my biggest bucket list sights, for which I’m eternally grateful. Beyond that, it was a great way to get an introduction to the Faroes as a whole. 

While the tour isn’t for everyone, I do think that many people would benefit from joining it. You should definitely consider it if you don’t have a driving license or don’t want to rent a car, and it’s also good for learning more about the archipelago from a local perspective. 

This tour is one of my top recommendations for the Faroes if you want to book one, regardless of when you visit. 

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