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An Icelandic Viking Attack
We immerse ourselves in the history of Iceland and the role Vikings played in forming this unique Country.
Learn about the tactics used by the fierce Icelandic Vikings to raid and plunder enemy villages!
Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour
Our expert Guides are excited to share the history of the Vikings in Iceland with you during your Private Viking Age Walking Tour

Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour

By Your Friend In Reykjavik
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$437 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
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!

Activity location

  • The Settlement Exhibition
    • 16 Aðalstræti
    • 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ingólfur Square
    • 4 Austurstræti
    • 101, Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland

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Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m2h 30m
  • English
Price details
AU$437.47 x 1 AdultAU$437.47
Total
Price is AU$437.47
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance Fee to the Settlement Museum
  • What's includedWhat's includedWe stop for a drink on our tour

Know before you book

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

Activity itinerary

The Settlement Exhibition
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
The Settlement Exhibition shows how the Vikings settled Iceland
Parliament House (Althingishus)
  • 7m
We will talk about the establishment of the first parliament in the world and it's significance
Penninn Eymundsson
  • 10m
We will pop into a classic Icelandic bookshop to talk about certain signifant books related to Viking Era, the Icelandic Sagas and more
Ingólfur Arnarson
  • 10m
It's a must to say hello to the first settler of Iceland, the Viking, Ingólfur Arnarsson and his kin
Sun Voyager
  • 15m
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
Skolavordustigur
  • 10m
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.
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
  • 10m
The storey 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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Settlement Exhibition
    • 16 Aðalstræti
    • 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEIngólfur Square
    • 4 Austurstræti
    • 101, Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland

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