The Faroe Islands Photo Tour - 9 Days

Day 1 Torshavn (Capital) - Meet & Greet at Faroe Islands Airport for the first day of summer. 1st day of summer with some small events happening in town to get a cultural experience. Near the airport on the island of Vagar we will visit Mulafassor Falls and hopefully see some Puffin Birds as well. Also nearby we will photograph the Witches Finger. Weather pending, we might also visit slave lake.

We will also explore the culinary delights of the Faroe Islands salmon and lamb cuisine. The old town and the harbour are also worth a photo walk through the small city and surrounding areas where the only trees can be found as most of The Faroe Islands are tree-less.

Sudoroy Island Day 2 & 3 - On our second day we shall take a 2:45 hour (Dept 8:45am) car ferry ride to the island of Sudoroy. We shall spend 2 nights on the most remote island which has some amazing locations north and south as seen in the google map pins below. We shall be staying in an AIRBNB near car ferry port area in Tvøroyri.

Klaksvik Day 4 & 5 - Take a car ferry ride back to Torshavn and then drive to Klaksvik to spend two nights. We will explore surroundings areas such as the island of Kalsoy (Car Ferry) where the James Bond movie was filmed. We will also explore the island of Vidoy.

Day 6 & 7 - Strumoy & Eysturoy Island. Depending on the amount of rainfall waterfalls can be found everywhere along our long and winding roads through the treeless mountains. Many small villages also provide picturesque shots of the small fishing boats.

Torshavn Day 8 - Back to the capital city for our final night in Torshavn. This time we will explore the arts and cultural side through museums.

Day 9 -  Back to Vagar Island we look at doing a morning hike the 3 hour return hike slave cliff (lake above ocean) and then a 10 minute drive to the airport for our afternoon flight. If the weather is good on the first day of arrival we may do this walk then. As a plan B we can also re-shoot Mulafassor Falls, Witches Finger and Puffins Birds.

Tour highlights

• Very small group 

• Learn at your own pace one on one

• Hand-picked BEST locations

• Led by an experienced photographer/guide/tutor - Alfonso Calero

• Truly authentic travel experience - a trip of lifetime!

• Watching the sunset at midnight

• Visiting the old town of Toshavn grass roofed cottages

• Exploring the dramatic landscapes

• Experiencing unpredictable with moody effects.

• Discover why the Faroe Islands has been compared to Iceland.

• Chasing the fog and low clouds of an ever changing environment.

• fascinating country, language and culture.

• Interacting with locals to learn more about their lifestyle and how they survive in such a harsh environment.

• travelling in a very small group gives us the freedom to adapt and work serendipitously.

If you love travel and photography, our Faroe Islands Photography Tour is a chance to experience some of the world's most spectacular landscapes while learning to photograph it. 

What to Bring: Photographic & General Gear

• DSLR or hybrid digital camera

• Wide angle lens 18-24mm range

• 24-70 mm range

• 100-400 mm zoom

• Sturdy Tripod Lightweight

• Dependable Portable External Drive

• Laptop and power supply

• Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop

• ND Variable Filter 10 stops

• Up to 20 kg luggage and appropriate clothing

• Moderate Level of Fitness is required with around 10,000-20,000 steps a day (2-4hrs) and uneven surfaces

We will learn:

• Master Composition

• Landscape Photography

• Seascape Photography

• Waterfall Photography

• Advanced Editing Techniques (i.e. Focus Stacking, Bracketing, Composite, Luminosity Masking, H.D.R. & Panorama Stitch)

Deposit and Cancellation Policy (per person)

• A deposit of 25% per person is required to secure booking

• Cancellation More than 180 days before a trip: 100% refund 

• Cancellation Between 180 and 30 days: 50% refund

• Cancellation Less than 30 days: 0% refund

• Final payment is due 180 days before the workshop/trip starts.

Accomodation & Meals: Most locations will require a share bathroom arrangement and self preparation for breakfast and some cooking in remote spots for dinner. All accomodation will be warm, comfortable with a local flavour. Some places may have stairs so be prepared with your luggage.

Testimonials: "I have recently completed a photography tour to Faroe Islands with Alfonso. What a fantastic time we had. Over 9 days we covered most of the islands and there were constant photographic opportunities. At times the walks were challenging but the views were well worth the effort. Alfonso took the time to make sure we got the most out of each location, sharing his unique perspective with us and giving technical assistance when needed. Even after our day’s travelling was over there were some fun photographic challenges using our cameras or mobile phones, plus assistance with editing images back at our accommodation.

I can’t think of a better way to the see the Faroe Islands than with Alfonso. The trip was extremely well organised and Alfonso was a generous photographer and host.

Jennifer, Sydney  June 2025"