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Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour | 2 hours 30 minutes

4 Reviews | Reykjavik
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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).

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

Itinerary

  • N/A

    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

  • N/A

    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

Sample Menu

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

October 26100% refund
October 27No refund

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Barõi Guömundsson The best guide ever for this tour

Published on Sep, 2024

What an amazing tour. I don’t think the tour would have been this great if we didn’t have Barõi Guömundsson as our tour guide. He was soooo knowledgeable and great to talk to and get all our questions answered. We saw sooooo much of Reykjavik and all the history that went with it. I would definitely request him as your guide! We have been touring all over Europe for 3 weeks with 1 and 2 tours a day. He tops them all.

A tour worth doing!

Published on Jul, 2024

Our tour guide, Bardi, ensured we all had a very interesting experience. He was both knowledgeable and entertaining, able to share unique information about the Vikings in Iceland as well as other historical and cultural details.

Lovely activity to learn about the city

Published on Jan, 2024

Stephan I. was wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable, warm, and friendly. In addition to hearing stories about the history, we were able to get our bearings in the city.

Tour with a local

Published on Aug, 2023

So much fun and knowledge from one man. Great tour of your beautiful city. Even recommended a great place for lunch. Lots of stories that made everyone feel like they lived there.

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