ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Reykjavik · Reykjavík forecast
8°
Light rain
Today · Wind 2 m/s
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9° 7°
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9° 8°
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9° 8°
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Data: Icelandic Met Office
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DRIVING CONDITIONS
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About this experience
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!
What's included
Included
- ✓We stop for a drink on our tour
Itinerary
- Tour stop
The Settlement Exhibition shows how the Vikings settled Iceland
- Tour stop
We will talk about the establishment of the first parliament in the world and it's significance
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We will pop into a classic Icelandic bookstore to talk about certain signifant books related to Viking Era, the Icelandic Sagas and more
- Tour stop
It's a must to say hello to the first settler of Iceland, the Viking, Ingólfur Arnarsson and his kin
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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
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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.
- Tour stop
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.
Know before you go
- 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
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.