History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $78 / person
- Location
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Languages
- EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Prinsessur
- Meeting point
- The statue of Ingolfur Arnarson, at the top of Arnarholl.
Description
This isn't a tour where you listen to a guide talk about history, it's one where history talks back. Melkorka isn't a narrator standing beside the story; she's living inside it, in full costume, telling her own saga as she walks you through the very ground she once stood on. Most Reykjavík walking tours cover centuries in a rush of names and dates. This one stays close to a single, human thread: one settler's story, told through her own voice, her own songs, and a little dancing along the way. It's history you can move to, not just listen to, which is exactly why it works for a curious 8-year-old and their history-buff grandparent in the same group. And unlike the city's other Viking-age sites, this walk doesn't ask you to imagine the past behind glass. It puts you on the actual streets, above the actual excavated remains, with someone who makes 9th-century Iceland feel like something you just met, not something you read about.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 1:00 PM–7:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $78
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $46
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:31 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The journey begins at the foot of the hill where Iceland's first settler is honored. Melkorka steps out of the past to greet your group, setting the scene for who she is and the world she's about to walk you through.
Lake Tjornin
Following the path down toward the old pond, Melkorka explains what drew the first settlers to this exact spot: shelter, fresh water, and good land.
Standing near the site of an excavated Viking-age longhouse still preserved beneath the street, Melkorka connects her story to the real archaeology below your feet.
The walk closes in the open square near the settlement's original footprint.
What's included
Included
Fun history facts
How it compares in Reykjavik
- Starting price $78 is 43% below the typical $137 for tours of similar length in Reykjavik
Excurgo comparison of 1,573 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka take?
History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka cost?
Prices start at $78 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
How much does History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $46, adults from $78. Infants go free.
Can I cancel History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The statue of Ingolfur Arnarson, at the top of Arnarholl. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is History Talks Back A Viking Walk with Melkorka offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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