Denmark and the Faroe Islands | Luxembourg word
In cooperation with Studiosus group trips, dive into the fascinating world of the north with the « Luxembourg Word » and « Télécran »! In Copenhagen you can expect a mixture of royal elegance, lively culture and relaxed lifestyle. After three days in the Danish capital, a secluded island world continues on the Faroe Islands, in which nature and traditions are inseparable. You experience spectacular cliffs, mysterious fjords and historical sites while getting to know the warm hospitality of the Färinger.
Your journey begins in Copenhagen, a city that effortlessly combines modernity and tradition. Even the location of her hotel in the charming Nyhavn invites you to marvel at the colorful gable houses, enjoy the harbor atmosphere or take a first walk along the channels. The next morning you will experience the living capital in all its facets: you stroll across the streams, one of the longest pedestrian zones in Europe, where street artists provide entertainment and hidden passages in idyllic backyards. The view of the roofs of the city wanders from the veneering platform of the round tower, while they learn more about the devastating fires of the 18th century, the Copenhagen cityscape to this day. Then glide past the famous little mermaid with the water taxi and reach the Amalienborg Castle, in which the Danish royal family resides.
The surrounding area also has a lot to offer: a trip to Frederiksborg Castle leads you to the time of the Nordic Renaissance. The magnificent building impresses with its artistic columns and an idyllic location on the water. Afterwards you can expect the picturesque fishing village of Gilleleje, whose small harbor, charming streets and traditional wooden houses provide real Scandinavian flair.
Off to the Faroe Islands
After three eventful days in Copenhagen, she continues your trip to a completely different world: you fly to the Faroe Islands, where you will be welcomed by a dramatic coastal landscape on arrival. On the way to Tórshavn, they pass rugged steep cliffs and the Múlafossur waterfall, which places spectacularly into the Atlantic. The capital of the Faroe Islands, in which they spend the next six nights, is small with their winding streets and the wooden houses covered with grass, but full of charm.
During a city tour you discover Tinganes, the historic quarter, in which one of the oldest parliamentary meetings in the world once met. The Nordic House, a Center for Faranian Culture, gives insights into the modern side of the islands. A special experience is to visit Roykstovan, the oldest inhabited wooden house in Europe, in which the descendant of a traditional family personally leads them through the centuries -old history of his house. The next few days are all about the unique nature of the Faroe Islands. A journey to the north leads you through an impressive underwater tunnel to Klaksvik, the second largest city in the islands. Here you can find out how closely the life of the Färinger is connected to the sea. They translate to Kalsoy by ferry, an island full of legends and legends. The history of the seal woman, which is deeply rooted in the Faröic folklore, is particularly fascinating.
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An unforgettable highlight awaits you on a boat trip along the Vestmanna Vogel cliffs. They glide through narrow gorges and past steeply towering rocks, in whose stewards thousands of seabirds nest. Parrot divers, trotting grates and Tordalkens can be observed in their natural habitat, a breathtaking scenery that impressively reflects the rough beauty of the Faroe Islands. The trip continues to Eiði and Gjógv, two places known for their spectacular landscapes. They cross the Atlantic Bridge and enjoy a view of the striking rock formations Risin and Kellingin, around which an ancient legend ranks. In Gjógv you walk through an idyllic village with grass -covered roofs and discover the natural harbor gorge, which was shaped by the powers of the sea.
Conclusion
This trip combines two worlds: the elegant, lively metropolis of Copenhagen and the wild, untouched beauty of the Faroe Islands. They experience royal gloss, Nordic culture and a landscape that could not be more dramatic. Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the north!
This trip is more than just a vacation, it is a rare opportunity to combine two completely different worlds in a unique experience. While Copenhagen enchants with royal splendor, stylish city life and Danish serenity, the Faroe Islands take a rough, almost mystical landscape that only a few people who are not from the island.
The Faroe Islands offer a new, surprising perspective, especially for experienced travelers who have already explored half the world. Here, in the middle of the North Atlantic, where the Vikings once controlled their ships through stormy waters, a culture has been preserved that is deeply rooted in old traditions. The islands were once an important base of the northern men, who left their legendary expeditions from here. Even today you can feel her spirit in the legends that tell of stormy seafaring, hidden treasures and fearless discoverers.
But the Faroe Islands are not just a relic of past times, they are alive, wild and authentic. There are only a few travel offers that offer you the chance to experience this secluded island world in all its facets. If you are looking for something special, whoever loves to travel to a place that only a few visit should not miss this opportunity. Because in a world that moves closer and closer together, there are only a few real secrets left, and the Faroe Islands are one of them.
Your all-round carefree trip
Enjoy a perfectly organized trip to Denmark and on the Faroe Islands with shuttle service to Luxembourg Airport, line flights with Luxair and Scandinavian Airlines as well as all transfers and excursions in comfortable buses. You stay three nights in Copenhagen (half board) and six nights in Tórshavn (full board). All entries, boats and ferry trips according to the program are included. An experienced studiosus tour guide provides exciting insights, accompanied by a travel companion from Luxembourg. A studiosus audio set ensures that you can watch all explanations relaxed. Thanks to CO2 compensation, they also travel particularly climate-friendly.
The starting price is 5,495 euros per person in the double room. Luxembourg word subscribers (newspaper, print, annual subscription) receive a discount of 100 euros when booking.
Further information and bookings are only available from Vandivinit in Mondorf-les-Bains (Tel.: 23 66 80 80-1, email: agence@vandivinit.lu), in Livange (Tel.: 26 26 17, e-mail: Reiserbann@vandivinit.lu, www.vandivinit.lu) and at Tip Top Travel in Steinfort (Tel.: 39 90 11, Email: info@tiptoptravel.lu).
As usual, Luxembourg Word and Télécran do not accept bookings.
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