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Torshavn (Faroe Islands), Denmark

Surrounded to the north and southwest by towering mountains with dramatic landscapes, Tórshavn is a picturesque port steeped in Viking history. Main attractions include Tinganes, the oldest part of town, with small wooden houses covered in turf roofs. Explore Nordic House, widely regarded as one of the finest examples of modern Nordic architecture; and Listasavn Føroya art museum. To fully experience the Faroe Islands’ ancient history, visit the ruins of Magnus Cathedral.

  • Date
    Sep 15
  • Arrive
    9:00 AM
  • Depart
    4:00 PM

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    As shore excursions to be offered in this port are not yet confirmed, below is a list of those previously offered. We make every effort to have excursions finalized at least 210 days prior to sailing, and often earlier. Please check back regularly.
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-001
      • Explore the most historical district of Tórshavn, an area that the Vikings settled.
      • View where the original parliament met for more than 1,000 years.
      • Visit a 16th-century fort that was further fortified during World War II.
      • Enjoy the contrast of contemporary Tórshavn set against its turf-roofed Old Town.
      • 4.5 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-002
      • Travel by coach and explore the pristine, sparsely-populated island to Tórshavn’s north.
      • Walk across Streymin Bridge, gazing down at eddying waters that can get wild as currents and tide mix.
      • Traverse an unspoiled Eysturoy island landscape of mountain peaks, sculpted sea-stacks and Viking-founded villages.
      • Visit Gjógv at the island’s northern tip, where the population is small and the gorge is huge.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-003
      • Gaze up at thousands of sea birds nesting in the craggy Vestmanna sea cliffs.
      • Observe puffins, guillemots and other seabirds and perhaps even sheep grazing above.
      • Cruise through a steep-walled notch in the cliffs and into a grotto void of light.
      • 2.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-004
      • Gaze out over Tórshavn from a lookout before exploring the natural beauty beyond.
      • See ancient stone cairns that mark the way between villages.
      • Marvel at the boundless beauty in the North Valley and the pristine fjords nearby.
      • Drive through a tunnel that cuts nearly two miles through a mountain outside Tórshavn.
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-005
      • Explore the village of Kirkjubøur, which gained prominence in the Middle Ages.
      • Visit a turf-roofed farmhouse museum that is one of Europe’s oldest wooden buildings.
      • Meander through Tinganes, the oldest section of Tórshavn.
      • 3.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-006
      • Follow a wonderfully circuitous road through the gorgeous hinterlands of Streymoy Island.
      • Visit a 19th-century church in Kollafjördur with a design emblematic of that time period.
      • Browse a farmhouse from the Middle Ages in a tiny and remote mountain village.
      • 3.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-007
      • Admire the stunning natural beauty of Streymoy Island from various viewpoints.
      • See ancient stone cairns that mark the way between villages.
      • Take in the sweeping views of Nordradalur Valley and the dramatic fjords below.
      • 1.5 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        TAN-008
      • Experience peak exhilaration on a high-speed RIB boat tour of the Tórshavn fjords.
      • Skim the waters in a 12-passenger rigid inflatable piloted by an expert skipper at speeds up to 50 knots.
      • Get up close to rugged sea cliffs, grottoes and – with luck – resident wildlife as you cruise the coast.
      • During very occasional quiet moments, learn about the natural history of this highly scenic environment.
      • 3.25 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        TAN-009
      • Hike through the sometimes stark but always beautiful terrain of Streymoy Island.
      • Ascend to the summit of a mountain for the ultimate view of the surrounding landscape.
      • See waterfalls, mountain lakes and clear evidence of the island’s volcanic formation.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-010
      • Drive through two modern tunnels, one under the sea, the other blasted out of a mountain.
      • Explore several villages on Vagar and get a feel for the island’s daily life.
      • Marvel at the natural beauty throughout Vagar, a land of waterfalls and rugged mountains.
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        TAN-001SG
      • Take a coach-driven spin through the Faroe Islands’ ancient – yet modern – capital city.
      • Visit Tinganes, the city’s historic heart and one of the world’s oldest parliamentary meeting places.
      • See a star-shaped fort that used to ward off pirates and a cultural center where stars perform.
      • 4.5 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-002SG
      • Travel by coach and explore the pristine, sparsely-populated island to Tórshavn’s north.
      • Walk across Streymin Bridge, gazing down at eddying waters that can get wild as currents and tide mix.
      • Traverse an unspoiled Eysturoy island landscape of mountain peaks, sculpted sea-stacks and Viking-founded villages.
      • Visit Gjógv at the island’s northern tip, where the population is small and the gorge is huge.
      • 2.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-004SG
      • Gaze out over Tórshavn from a lookout before exploring the natural beauty beyond.
      • See ancient stone cairns that mark the way between villages.
      • Marvel at the boundless beauty in the North Valley and the pristine fjords nearby.
      • Drive through a tunnel that cuts nearly two miles through a mountain outside Tórshavn.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-C04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-C08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-M04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        TAN-M08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 0.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-STT

      To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simply make your way to the designated stop to board your shuttle, and you’ll be whisked away to the heart of the city. Additional information and schedules can be obtained by visiting the onboard Destination Services Desk during your voyage.

      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-V04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        TAN-V08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.