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Great tour with Palli
Great tour with Palli - very interesting and lots of great stories and personal attention.
Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $219 / person
- Location
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Your Friend In Reykjavik
- Meeting point
- Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait.Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back
Description
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!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $219
- Youth (ages 7–15)
- $63
- Child (ages 0–6)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $394.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:28 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Settlement Exhibition shows how the Vikings settled Iceland
Parliament House (Althingishus)
We will talk about the establishment of the first parliament in the world and it's significance
Penninn Eymundsson
We will pop into a classic Icelandic bookstore to talk about certain signifant books related to Viking Era, the Icelandic Sagas and more
It's a must to say hello to the first settler of Iceland, the Viking, Ingólfur Arnarsson and his kin
Sun Voyager
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
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
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.
What's included
Included
Entrance Fee to the Settlement Museum
We stop for a drink on our tour
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius. If you are staying outside of the downtown area we kindly ask you to meet us Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait. We recommend using Google Maps! Your guide will be wearing a light blue jacket that´s easily recognizable. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
8 reviews
How it compares in Reykjavik
- Starting price $219 is 60% above the typical $137 for tours of similar length in Reykjavik
Excurgo comparison of 1,576 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 Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour take?
Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $219 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $394. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–6 pay nothing, adults from $219.
Can I cancel Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius. If you are staying outside of the downtown area we kindly ask you to meet us Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait. We recommend using Google Maps! Your guide will be wearing a light blue jacket that´s easily recognizable. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out! Pickup points include Exeter Hotel.
What languages is Private Icelandic Viking Age Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
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.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
T
Viking with fun!
Palli was fantastic and quite knowledgeable!
J
Reykjavík highlights
The tour was called Walk with a Viking. Stefan I is a fantastic guide. Highlighted all the sights around downtown area, the oldest neighborhood where Viking homes once existed. Pointed out good restaurants, unique museums, where to hear live music, the iconic red hot dog stand. Showed us a large relief map of Iceland in a government building. He has a good sense of humor and the time flew by.
D
A very good Viking tour.
Our tour guide gave us a very good tour that including the Viking history of Iceland. He also told us about Norwegian and Danish aspects of the Iceland history and sites in Reykjavik.
Operator response
Dear donaldc564, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Viking tour and that your guide was able to share the fascinating histories of Iceland, Norway, and Denmark with you. We hope that your time with us added memorable insights to your visit to Reykjavik. We look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future! With gratitude and warm regards Steina Your Friend In Reykjavík & Team
K
Barõi Guömundsson The best guide ever for this tour
What an amazing tour. I don’t think the tour would have been this great if we didn’t have Barõi Guömundsson as our tour guide. He was soooo knowledgeable and great to talk to and get all our questions answered. We saw sooooo much of Reykjavik and all the history that went with it. I would definitely request him as your guide! We have been touring all over Europe for 3 weeks with 1 and 2 tours a day. He tops them all.
S
A tour worth doing!
Our tour guide, Bardi, ensured we all had a very interesting experience. He was both knowledgeable and entertaining, able to share unique information about the Vikings in Iceland as well as other historical and cultural details.
N
Lovely activity to learn about the city
Stephan I. was wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable, warm, and friendly. In addition to hearing stories about the history, we were able to get our bearings in the city.
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Operator response
Dear Nomad, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the city with Stefán and found his knowledge and friendliness helpful in both learning about Reykjavik's history and getting oriented in the city. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Stefán. We hope you'll join us again for more adventures in Reykjavik soon! With gratitude and warm regards Steina Your Friend In Reykjavík & Team
E
Tour with a local
So much fun and knowledge from one man. Great tour of your beautiful city. Even recommended a great place for lunch. Lots of stories that made everyone feel like they lived there.
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