Private Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour

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Highlights

  • Experience the mythical side of Iceland

  • Visit two of the oldest graveyards in Reykjavik

  • Learn Icelandic Magic

  • See hidden parts of Reykjavik

  • Stories and myths

Summary

 Meet Iceland’s elves, trolls, and ghosts on our private walking tour, learning the dark, supernatural secrets of Iceland.

Iceland is called the Land of the Sagas because of our incredible tradition and passion for telling stories.   On this private Reykjavik city tour, you will delve into our fascinating folklore, getting the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the so-called hidden people and creatures of Iceland. 

Tour info

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English, Danish, French, German, Icelandic, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish
Meeting Point

8 Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, 101

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

MEET THE ELVES, TROLLS & GHOSTS OF ICELAND

Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this mythical walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland

The Elves & Trolls of Iceland

We will tell you all about the Elves and Trolls of Iceland, Ghosts like the Deacon of the dark river, the unique mostly aquatic monsters, the 13 Santa’s (it’s not enough to have just one Santa Claus in Iceland after all ;)), their mother the child eating troll called Grýla and finally the only known serial killer of Iceland in a land where it’s easy to get lost in the lava fields.

Storytelling is a skill

In the long winter nights in Iceland storytelling has been the primary entertainment for people so there are reasons why Icelanders love books and have the highest literacy rate in the world.

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What’s included?

  • Guided Walking Tour of Reykjavik with an Icelandic storyteller

  • Transport, we meet up in the old Reykjavik city center

  • Hotel Pickup / Dropoff unless the hotel is very central in 101 Reykjavik

Things to know

Before you book

  • Some of the stories can be scary for little children

Before you go

  • Please be on time

  • Operates Rain or shine, we walk in any weather.

  • Wear layers

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund. Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    Thank you for booking with us

    We sincerely hope you will enjoy your walk with Your Friend in Reykjavik and please don't be afraid to ask any questions during the tour.

    Please dress according to the weather, because it can change very quickly in Iceland. We have a saying here that: If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes.

    Please be at Ingolfur Square at least 5 minutes before the start time of the tour. It's very hard to guide people to where the guide is located if you are late and the tour has started.

    We recommend our Facebook group for tips on food, drinks, and things to do while in Reykjavik & Iceland - You can ask us anything
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReykjavikGuide/

    Regards
    Valur and Hilda
    Your Friends In Reykjavik
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Your Friend in Reykjavik offers walking tours & driving experiences in and out of Reykjavik. With daily Food, Folklore, Beer, a City walk called a Walk With a Viking and now the Reykjavik Cat Walk to name a few.  

Our driving experiences range from the classics, like The Golden Circle, Southcoast, Snæfellsnes and more but we also do bespoke experiences off the beaten path if the travelers would like to explore something different.


All private and bespoke walking and driving tours can be guided in various languages, like English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and more.


With thousands of five-star reviews, we know how to Edutain (Entertain and Educate).

All our guides are expert locals who have graduated from an Icelandic tour guide school.

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