A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Vik i Myrdal Village
Description
Iceland’s tiny Vík í Mýrdal village exists in the shadows of one of the country’s most dangerous volcanoes. On this leisurely self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through its compact village center, past modern attractions that showcase Iceland’s volcanic heritage, to the dramatic black coastline where folklore and geology collide. Starting at the red-roofed hillside Vík í Mýrdal Church (Víkurkirkja) that doubles as an evacuation point during volcanic emergencies, you’ll head into the heart of Iceland’s southernmost village. Along the way, I’ll share both personal connections to the area and fascinating insights into how nature has shaped life here for centuries.
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Itinerary
The lovely church of Vik is the startpoint of the tour. The church is normally not open for the public, and entrance is not included in the tour.
We'll also pass by the Lava Show, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry itself is not included in this tour.
We'll also pass by the unique Halldorskaffi.
We'll also pass by the Zipline Iceland, that might give you a rush hanging under a steel wire. However, entry to the ziplines itself is not included in this tour.
We also pass by Skaftfellingur Museum, but entrance is not included in the tour.
The tour passes by the restaurant and brewery - a lovely part of Icelandic beer history. Entry to the restaurant is not included.
The tour concludes at the lovely black beach at Vik.
In front of you throughout the tour is the Reynisdrangar sea stack. A great view while you walk.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Reviews(1)
I have used VoiceMap tours before, and when I visited Vik I discovered that there were a tour available. It was nice, but I would have wanted it to be a round trip. Parking by the church is ideal, but when you have ended the tour at the beach, you need to walk the same way back. Not that it was a problem, but anyway.. Lucky for me, it was good weather, and as I learned about Vik in the app, I could discover other things on my own at the way back - for instance the shopping center. Good guiding with nice information and clear directions in the app. Thanks!
