Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour

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Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour

2 Adults x $290.71

$581.42

Approx Total

$581.42

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Entrance Fee to the Settlement Museum
We stop for a drink on our tour

Overview

Welcome to our Viking Age Walking Tour! Join us as we explore the rich history and culture of the Vikings, the seafaring warriors who left their mark on the world in the 8th to 11th centuries. On this tour, you'll learn about the daily lives of the Vikings, their religious beliefs, stories from Norse mythology, and the Viking's epic voyages to far-flung lands. You'll hear about the Icelandic Sagas, tales of battles and conquests and see relics from the Viking age. Our knowledgeable guide will take you on a leisurely walk through the streets of Reykjavik, sharing stories and insights along the way. You'll visit landmarks related to the Vikings, such as the Settlement Museum, and hear about the role these places played in Viking society. This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels and is the perfect way to learn about the fascinating culture of the Vikings. So come along and experience a journey back to the world of the fierce and mighty Vikings!

Meeting points

Your Guide will meet up with you at Ingólfur Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone pillars (They are over 3 meters high). The Square is in front of Center Hotels Plaza, Aðalstræti 6. The Square is at the beginning of Austurstræti (Austurstræti 1).

End point

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We end up by the statue of Leifur Eiríksson by Hallgrimskirkja church

Itinerary

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The Settlement Exhibition shows how the Vikings settled Iceland

45 minutes
Parliament House (Althingishus)

We will talk about the establishment of the first parliament in the world and it's significance

7 minutes
Penninn Eymundsson

We will pop into a classic Icelandic bookstore to talk about certain signifant books related to Viking Era, the Icelandic Sagas and more

10 minutes
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It's a must to say hello to the first settler of Iceland, the Viking, Ingólfur Arnarsson and his kin

10 minutes
Sun Voyager

One of the main reasons why the Vikings were so successful in their raids were their superior low keel boats. The Vikings were master boatsman and that helped on their voyages

15 minutes
Skolavordustigur

It's in order to talk about the Norse gods and Norse mythology in the so called Gods District, where all the street names are named after them. Like Odinsgata, Týsgata, Þórsgata and so forth.

10 minutes
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson

The story of the Icelandic Viking that discovered North America, long before Christopher Columbus should be covered on a tour like this. The remaining time of the tour will be for moving between attractions.

10 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

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