Borgarnes
Settlement & Egils Saga Exhibition
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Land of Sagas and Eddas
Viking adventure in West Iceland, exploring Viking history, mythology, and culture.
Full description
Embark on an exclusive one-day Viking adventure in West Iceland, where you'll step into the legendary world of Iceland's most famous Vikings. Start with a Viking dress-up and professional photo session in Reykjavik, capturing your transformation into a Norse warrior. Then, journey to Eiríksstaðir, the reconstructed farm of Erik the Red and Leif the Lucky, to explore Viking life in a replica longhouse. Enjoy a traditional Viking-inspired lunch, accompanied by a lecture from Viking scholar who will shed light on Viking daily life and myths. Continue your tour at the Snorri Sturluson Museum in Reykholt, where you’ll delve into Norse mythology and learn about Snorri’s pivotal role in preserving Viking culture. End this bespoke journey in Reykjavik hands on authentic Old Icelandic Books, from medieval manuscripts to modern editions of the sagas of Icelanders in a reconstructed turf house. This immersive experience offers a unique blend of history, mythology, and hands-on exploration.
You will experience:
Mink Viking Photoshoot
The Longhouse of Erik the Red
Viking BBQ 3 culinary journeys to choose from
Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls
Snorri Sturluson Museum
Old Icelandic Book
Reykjavik Pick up
About this activity
Duration
12 hours
Location
Reykjavík
Cancellation
48 hours
Includes
- Private Experience (maximum of 6 people)
- Cultural Viking Driver Guide and Photographer
- Viking Style Photoshoot with authentic Viking attire
- Viking BBQ lunch around Erik the Red´s Longhouse, available in 3 categories
- 10 Shot Photo Package included (1-4 people) or 20 Shot Photo Package included (5-6 people) (delivered via downloadable drive approximately 14 days after your tour)
- 11-12 Hour Adventure including Mink Viking Photoshoot, Erik the Red´s Longhouse, Debunk the Viking Age private lecture, Viking BBQ, Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls, Snorri Sturluson Museum, Old Icelandic Books.
- Snacks.
- Bring a water bottle as you will have many opportunities to fill it.
- Hair and makeup
Details
Trip plan
Starting point:
Reykjavík
Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls
Snorri Sturluson Museum
Old Icelandic Books
Arrive back at:
Reykjavík
This is an example. Travel routes may change.
