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Viking adventure in West Iceland, exploring Viking history, mythology, and culture.

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
12 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
Yes
Pickup time
15 min before
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September, October
Minimum age
No age limit
Guide
Live guide

The experience

About this tour

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

  • Group Friendly
  • Couples
  • Family Friendly
  • Outdoor
  • Private Activity

Itinerary

How it runs

6 stops

  1. 01

    Mink Viking Photo Shoot

    Laugavegur 11, 101 Reykjavík

    Our first stop is the Mink Viking Portrait Studio, where you’ll have the opportunity to set the foundation of your Viking experience.  You will also dress up in authentic Viking attire and pose for portraits that capture the essence of these legendary warriors.  Whether you choose to don a fearsome helmet or some other traditional Viking garb, our professional photographer will ensure you look the part as you channel your inner Norse hero.

  2. 02

    The Viking Longhouse of Erik the Red

    Haukadalsvegur, 371 Búðardalur

    Continue to Eiríksstaðir, a reconstructed Viking farmstead that was once the home of the renowned Viking Erik the Red and his son, Leif Eriksson (Leif the Lucky). Here, gain an in-depth look at the craftsmanship, survival skills, and exploration spirit of these pioneering Vikings who set off for Greenland and Vinland. Step into a replica Viking longhouse and experience the living conditions, tools, and agricultural techniques used by Iceland’s early settlers.

  3. 03

    Viking Lunch

    Haukadalsvegur, 371 Búðardalur

    Experience an unforgettable Viking Lunch near the historic Eric the Red Farmstead, where you can enjoy traditional Icelandic cuisine cooked over an open flame. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, this unique culinary adventure offers a taste of Viking history, complete with hearty dishes and a true sense of ancient Icelandic hospitality.

    • Bronze version: Viking style picnic outside of the Farm  
    • Silver version: Viking style Barbecue outside of the farm  
    • Gold: 3 course Viking Meal inside inside the Farm 
  4. 04

    Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls

    320

    Barnafoss and Hraunfossar are stunning waterfalls in West Iceland, steeped in Viking legends and Icelandic sagas. Hraunfossar features gentle cascades streaming through lava fields, while Barnafoss flows rapidly through a narrow, rocky gorge, said to be haunted by a tragic tale of two children who fell into its waters.  

  5. 05

    Snorri Sturluson Museum

    320 Reykholt

    End your day in the legendary village of Reykholt, the birthplace of Snorri Sturluson—one of Iceland’s most influential historical figures. Step into the Snorri Sturluson Museum, where the echoes of Viking sagas come alive. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Norse mythology as chronicled in Snorri’s Prose Edda, a priceless manuscript that immortalized the gods and heroes of the Viking Age, shaping the way we understand their world today. Uncover the fascinating life of Snorri, a masterful chieftain, historian, and mythographer, whose enduring legacy preserved the epic tales of the Vikings for centuries to come.

  6. 06

    Old Icelandic Books

    Kistuhylur 110, 110 Reykjavík

    Experience Iceland’s literary heritage in a two-hours private introduction to Old Icelandic books, held in a 16th-century turf house or 17th-century church in Reykjavík. Intimate Encounters with Icelandic Manuscripts: Engage with centuries-old manuscripts and rare books that contain some of Iceland’s most beloved sagas, myths, and historical accounts.

What the price covers

Included
Private Experience (maximum Of 6 People)Cultural Viking Driver Guide And Photographer
Viking Style Photoshoot With Authentic Viking AttireViking 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.
Not included
Snacks.Bring A Water Bottle As You Will Have Many Opportunities To Fill It.
Hair And Makeup
Ticket types
  • Viking (1-4)

Where it starts

Meeting
Pick up
Pickup
Yes
Be ready
15 min before departure
Drop-off
1
Location code
Reykjavík (RVK, IS)

Good to know

  • Guests Should Bring Their Snacks With Them If Desired.
  • The Length Of Each Day And The Order In Which You Visit These Attractions Can Vary Depending On Weather And Road Conditions.
  • Photo Packages May Sometimes Take More Or Less Than 14 Days To Edit. This Is Just Our Average Turnaround Time.
  • Ipj Editor Selects And Edits The Photo Package Based On What We Feel Are The Best Shots From The Day. If Additional Photos Are Available Outside Of The Package Count They May Be Available For 1,000 Isk Per But Not Guaranteed.
  • Be Aware That If There Is A Request To Have Specific Photos From The Day, Advance Notice Via Email Is Required Before The Editing Process Begins.
Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September, October
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Live guide
English
Details updated
15 Feb 2026