Cruise
Port of Runavík is home to five cruise destinations on the island of Eysturoy, in the heart of the Faroe Islands. Whether you dock at King’s Harbour or visit our charming expedition villages, we do our utmost to make your visit special and welcoming.
Located along the stunning Skálafjørður, the Port of Runavík combines centuries of maritime tradition with modern facilities and friendly service. Our main port, King’s Harbour, is accessible year-round and accommodates ships of all sizes. For a more exclusive experience, our smaller expedition destinations welcome just a few ships each year - offering guests a peaceful, authentic taste of Faroese culture and nature.
Our main port - King's Harbour
Our main port, King’s Harbour in Runavík, is located in the heart of the Faroe Islands. This natural harbour, historically used by Vikings and Danish kings, is renowned for its safety and scenic beauty.
King’s Harbour welcomes cruise ships at quays 2, 3, and 4, with a total length of 567m and depths ranging from 5 to 12 meters. Visitors can enjoy excellent reception facilities, including tourist information, Ask Me-staff, and a Welcoming Event.
Learn more about King's Harbour here.
Our Expedition Cruise Destinations
Our expedition cruise concept offers a safe, sustainable, and intimate experience in three remote villages: Elduvík, Funningur, Oyndarfjørður and Rituvík. The ships anchor outside the villages and the guests are brought ashore by tender boats. To preserve the peaceful atmosphere, only three ships are accepted per year. The Port of Runavík and the locals look forward to welcoming visitors with culture, hikes, and other authentic Faroese experiences.
Elduvík: A remote village on the east coast of Eysturoy with 12 residents.
Learn more about Elduvík here.
Funningur: Located at the northern end of Eysturoy, home to about 49 residents.
Learn more about Funningur here.
Oyndarfjørður: On the east coast of Eysturoy, with 133 residents.
Learn more about Oyndarfjørður here.
Rituvík: A village on the eastern shore of Eysturoy, home to around 350 residents.
- The Port of Runavík is proud to be a member of Cruise Europe and CLIA, and part of the Cruise Faroe Islands network.
