Copenhagen & The Faroe Islands

WED, July 30: Arrive Copenhagen, Transfer to the Hotel, Free Time, Welcome Dinner

Travel to Copenhagen. Upon arrival, transfer to your centrally located hotel. Take the afternoon to relax or explore the city on your own. In the evening, join the group for the Welcome Dinner at one of Copenhagen’s distinct restaurants. Enjoy a menu based on New Nordic Cuisine.

Accommodations: NH Collection Copenhagen or similar
Meals: D

THUR, July 31: Copenhagen Bike/Rickshaw City Tour, Free Afternoon, Evening Canal Cruise  

Start the day in the most Copenhagen way..by bike or rickshaw. Meet the 'bicycle chef’ who has upgraded his cargo bike to a fully functioning kitchen. Explore the northern part of the city as you are served a 5-course gourmet meal from his bike!  Learn about the city, its history and special sites. In the evening, enjoy an extraordinary canal cruise on a small boat that is dubbed ‘social sailing'. Everyone gets involved and interacts as the captain shows you his favorite gems in the Copenhagen Harbor.

Accommodations: NH Collection Copenhagen or similar
Meals: B, L

 

FRI, Aug 1: Christiansborg Palace, Copenhagen Botanical Gardens, Dinner at Michelin Restaurant

Home to one of the oldest monarchies in the world with a culture dating back to the Viking Age, history is everywhere in Copenhagen. Cobblestone streets, palaces and royal life abound - now set against the beautiful backdrop of modern life. Start the day at Christiansborg Palace and experience 800 years of royal history. Once home to the kings and queens, it now houses the Danish Parliament, the Supreme Court and the Ministry of State. Walk through the guilded rooms, decorated salons and the Royal Reception area where foreign ambassadors are received. Take in the Great Hall, an imposing room that displays the Queen’s magnificent tapestries. Afterward, stroll the grounds of Copenhagen’s Botanical Gardens. The grounds offer a beautiful oasis, peace and an immersion into nature in the heart of Copenhagen. This evening, dinner will be at a select  Michelin-star restaurant.

Accommodations: NH Collection Copenhagen or similar
Meals: B, D

SAT, Aug 2: Culinary Walking Tour, Free Afternoon, Tivoli Gardens at Night

Explore Copenhagen’s culinary scene on a walking tour with Foods of Copenhagen. Learn about the Danish culture and the development of its world-famous New Nordic Cuisine. Your guide will introduce you to her favorite culinary spots and the passionate people who run them. You’ll hear hidden stories and gain cultural insights to get the most out of the city. The journey takes you through the scenic canals of the Christianshavn with its rich history and colorful houses. It is one of Copenhagen’s most picturesque neighborhoods and home to some of the city’s best restaurants. In the evening, enjoy Tivoli Gardens lit up at night making it a magical experience. Tivoli Gardens was founded in 1843 and is a national treasure. There is something for everyone from the scenery to the exotic architecture, historic buildings, lush gardens, musical events and thrilling rides. At night, thousands of colored lights create a fairytale atmosphere. It is a must-see in Copenhagen.

Accommodations: NH Collection Copenhagen or similar
Meals: B, L

SUN, Aug 3: Transfer to the Copenhagen Airport, Fly to the Faroe Islands, Transfer to Torshavn, Torshan Walking Tour, Dinner

This morning, fly to the Faroe Islands. Upon arrival, transfer to Torshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands. Take a guided walking tour of the historic center is known for its wooden turf-roofed houses and charm. Afterward, stroll along the shops in Torshavn where you can see typical Faroese handcrafts. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a select Torshavn restaurant featuring Faroese cuisine.

Accommodations: Hotel Føroyar or similar
Meals: B, D

MON, Aug 4: Vagar Island: Lake Leitisvatn Hike, Bosdalafossur Waterfall, Lunch, Bøur, Gasadalur, Mulafossur Waterfall, Drangarnir Sea Stacks Boat Tour, Free Evening

Begin the day on beautiful Vagar Island with a hike along Lake Leitisvatn called ‘the lake above the ocean’. The view from a particular angle is an optical illusion making the lake appear as if it is hovering above the ocean. Take the trail that leads to the Traelanipa/Slave Cliff Vantage Point to see the stunning Bosdalafossur Waterfall. Then, enjoy lunch in a cafe that was once an old house. When you step inside, you’ll likely hear the floorboards creak - an echo from the past of activities that once were. Afterward, head to the charming villages of Gásadalur and Bøur, home to the picturesque Mulafossur Waterfall. Watch it cascade effortlessly into the North Atlantic Ocean. The day will end with a boat tour of the Drangarnir Sea Stacks. Learn how they were formed and take in these impressive natural wonders. Once back in Torshavn, the evening will be at leisure.

Accommodations: Hotel Føroyar or similar
Meals: B, L

TUES, Aug 5: Discover Klaksvik, Klakkur & Vioareioi, Wooden Schooner Sailing, Free Evening

This morning, you'll head north to Klaksvik passing the world's first subsea roundabout. In Klaksvik, take a short ride to Klakkur Vantage Point offering a beautiful view over the fjords and neighboring islands. Then head to Vioareioi, the northernmost village lying between two pyramid-like mountains. In the afternoon, experience an iconic Faroese wooden schooner and take in the Faroe Islands from the sea. Enjoy the spacious deck, modern comforts, stunning views, seabirds and the occasional seal. You can even participate in the sailing. The captain and staff will give you a wonderful experience based on the weather conditions of the day. Sailing, the sea air and serenity are what it’s all about!

Accommodations: Hotel Føroyar or similar
Meals: B, L

WED Aug 6: Streymoy Island: Fossa Waterfall, Saksun, Tjornuvik, Free Time, Dinner In a Faroese Home

Today, head north to experience some of the Faroe Islands’ most breathtaking scenery on north Streymoy Island. You’ll experience the charm of traditional Faroese island life and the natural wonders of this island such as Saksun’s secluded beauty, the majestic Fossa Waterfall and and charming village of Tjornuvik. It has stunning views and a deep-rooted Viking history. Visit the old Duvugaroar farmhouse and the local church. Enjoy the later afternoon at leisure. Tonight, experience the tradition of heimablídni or Faroese hospitality. You will be warmly welcomed and treated to dinner in a Faroese home.

Accommodations: Hotel Føroyar or similar
Meals: B, D

 

THUR, Aug 7: Transfer to the Airport, Fly Home

Enjoy breakfast this morning before you check out of the hotel. You will be transferred to the Vagar Airport for your flight home.

Meals: B

PRICE: $7252 based on occupancy in a single room; ask us about double occupancy rooms  

INCLUDED:

• 9-day fully-guided small group tour
• 8 nights accommodations (4 & 5*) in Copenhagen and the Faroe Islands
• 9 days service of certified culinary, Copenhagen and Faroe Islands tour guides
• Transportation by private coach
• Breakfast in the hotel daily
• Gourmet lunches and dinners at select restaurants, cafes, during tours, in a Faroese home and during a cooking class, as per the Daily Itinerary
• Copenhagen City Biking/Rickshaw Tour with a gourmet 5-course meal
• Copenhagen Harbor/Canal Cruise
• Foods of Copenhagen Culinary Walking Tour
• Entrance to an evening at Tivoli Gardens
• Christianborg Palace to tour this stately palace and learn about Denmark’s royal history
• Visit to Copenhagen’s Botanical Gardens
• Dinner at one of Copenhagen’s select Michelin-star restaurants
• Hike on Vagar Island to Lake Leitisvatn and Bosdalafossur Waterfall
• Visit to the villages of Gasadalur and Bøur on Vagar Island
• Hike to a vantage point to witness Mulafossur Waterfall cascade into the ocean
• Boat Tour to Drangarnir Sea Stacks
• Walking Tour of Torshavn - the capital city of the Faroe Islands
• Visit to the National Gallery of the Faroe Islands
• Wooden Schooner Sailing Adventure
• Hands-on Cooking Class with Dinner
• Streymoy Island Tour to the Fossa Waterfall, the town of Tjornuvik and the quaint village of Saksun
• Visit to the Duvugaroar Farmhouse and church in Saksun
• Dinner with a Faroese family in their home
• Built-in free time relax or go out on your own
• All airport transfers

NOT INCLUDED:

• International and Domestic airfare
• 3rd meal of the day
• Alcoholic beverages
• Gratuities for guides and driver
• Travel Insurance

 

TOUR REGISTRATION:  

You can register on the website via the registration page for this Copenhagen & Faroe Islands tour. Go to the Home Page and click on the tour. You'll see the red Register Now tab on this page.

 

TOUR DEPOSIT:

You will be asked for a deposit of $2000 as part of the registration process. The balance is due 90 days out from departure or April 28, 2025.  You will be sent an invoice for the balance which can be paid online.

 

TOUR PAYMENT:

Tour payment can be made by eCheck, credit card or bank transfer.  Before April 28, 2025, a deposit will hold your spot. After April 28, full payment is required at registration.

 

PROMOTIONS/DISCOUNTS:
If you register with a promotion, the discount will be taken off the final invoice.

 

TOUR RESCHEDULING/CANCELLATION:  

If you cancel the tour before the final payment, you will receive a refund less a $500 service charge per person. If you cancel the tour after the final tour payment, the payment is non-refundable. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to offset tour cancellation costs.

If Pack A Fork cancels the tour, a full refund will be sent.

 

AIR RESERVATIONS:

Pack A Fork! has partnered with Exito Travel for air reservations. Our agent is Leanne Reuss, International Airfare Specialist. She can be contacted at 800-655-4053, x8528 -OR - leanne@exitotravel.com.

Alternatively, you can book your own airline reservations. Please forward a copy of your airline reservation to the office.

 

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

Travel insurance will help protect you from trip cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruptions and lost or damaged baggage. Travel insurance may also give you medical protection during your trip. Recommended companies include: Travel Guard, Allianz and World Nomads (if under 70).  Or, visit the website Square Mouth or InsureMyTrip to compare policies.

It is important to purchase travel insurance at the time of tour payment for more comprehensive coverage.