Reykjavík: Private | Viking Age Walking Tour
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Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour - An Introduction to the Vikings and their heritage in Iceland
What's included?
Pick-up/drop off in central of Reykjavík
Professional, English-speaking guide
Other languages can be requested
Entrance fee to the Settlement Museum
A guided Viking Age walking tour
What to expect?
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!
We can pick you up at your hotel if it's in the city center of Reykjavik and start this private Icelandic Viking walking tour from there, or you can meet us at our usual spot at Ingólfur Square, where the route is designed especially for the walk, it's your choice.
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Good to know
Meeting point: outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars, Ingólfstorg 1, Reykjavik
Pick-up: please note your pick-up point when booking, or inform us at help@booknordics.com
What to bring
It’s a good idea to wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, as Reykjavik’s weather can change quickly. Bringing a small backpack with water, a camera, and personal items will help you stay comfortable and capture the stories and sights throughout the tour.