Faroe Islands & Iceland Program

Explore the Faroe Islands in the North Atlantic, where waterfalls tumble directly into the sea. On this high school summer program, immerse yourself in the unique mix of traditional culture and modern innovation, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Faroese as you explore their home by land, sea, and air. En route, spend three days among Iceland’s glaciers and volcanoes. Delve into the culture and dramatic landscapes of these Nordic islands, comparing life in Iceland and the Faroes. Travel to the islet of Stora Dimun and talk with families who have farmed this island for centuries. Meet with the prime minister to discuss climate change, whaling, and the islands’ future.

Program Highlights

Hike to the Faroe Islands’ largest lake, whose waterfall flows directly into the ocean

Take a ferry ride past towering cliffs to observe colonies of puffins and countless seabirds

Head out with Faroese fishermen to learn the ropes

Snorkel at the base of sea cliffs to find underwater caves

Travel to an isolated islet the only way possible—by sailboat or helicopter

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