Approximate
step by step route:

Travel Style:

Two offshore passages connecting three different cultures, with both towns
and wilderness

This stage is about three different worlds, connected by two offshore passages of 24−36 hours. The first passage is from the fjords of Bergen to the stony Shetland Islands, and the second is from the Shetlands
to the famous and beautiful Faroes.

26.06—06.07

Bergen →
Tórshavn

STAGE 5.5

Norway, the Shetlands,
and the Faroe Islands
all in one go

10 days

1700 €

Start/Finish Cities
and Airports:

🇳🇴 Bergen: Bergen [BGO]

🇫🇴 Tórshavn: Sorvagur [FAE]

Tips ON getting

To the boat

from the boat

The boat will stay in the city center. Bergen International Airport [SVG] is the second biggest in Norway. Daily flights from all Europe. It’s easy

Sorvagur [FAE] is the only airport in the Faroes archipelago, and is 30 minutes by bus or taxi from the capital, Torshavn. Most flights arrive from Copenhagen (5 per day), though there other destinations as well (check https://www.atlantic.fo/ for details).

We mark
the difficulty
of this stage
as 3 out of 5.

That means: be prepared for more challenges than in a standard yacht charter. Waves, wind, rain, night passages, some offshore — all this might happen. But still not too much.

Talking about this exact stage, the most challenging should be two offshores of approximately 36 hours each. With favourable winds that we wait for, it should be rather easy and stable, but still it’s an open ocean. But some passages are really short. And a lot of hiking and sightseeing is planned.

Bergen’s Fjords
to Shetland’s Shores:

Shetland Exploration to Faroese Adventure:

We start in Bergen, navigating its majestic fjords before undertaking our first offshore passage to the Shetland Islands. This journey introduces us to the stark beauty of Shetland, where the culture shifts noticeably from Norwegian to distinctly Scottish influences.

After exploring Shetland’s unique landscapes and heritage, we embark on another offshore voyage to the Faroe Islands. Here, the terrain changes dramatically, offering us lush green hills and dramatic cliffs that are nature lovers (and photographer’s) dream.

ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS

Challenging Yet Rewarding Passages:

Cultural Immersion and Natural Beauty:

This stage requires readiness for the unpredictability of open sea conditions, including wind, waves, and possibly rain. However,
these challenges are balanced by the serene beauty and cultural richness of our destinations.

Varied Activities:

Each stop on this journey offers a deep dive into the local way of life, from the historical depth of Bergen and the rugged landscapes
of Shetland to the stunning natural beauty of the Faroe Islands.

EXPERIENCE DETAILS

Whether it’s hiking in Norway, exploring the unique geology of Shetland, or enjoying the sublime isolation of the Faroe Islands, this stage offers diverse experiences to suit all interests.