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Private Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour

Summary Description

Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this Folklore walking tour you can hear about the Elves, Ghosts, Trolls and Magic of this beautiful country

Highlights
  • Hólavallakirkjugarður Cemetary
  • Landakotskirkja Church
  • Víkurgarður Cemetary
  • The Parliament Building
  • Austurvöllur Square and the Guardian Spirits
Description

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. 

Tiered Pricing depends on how many travelers book. 
See our Price list for information.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Your control the starting time
  • Expert fun loving local storytellers & guides
  • Learn how to wake up an Icelandic Zombie
  • Experience Icelandic Magic
What's Not Included
  • No food & drink provided
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Ingólfur Square, Austurstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland

Accessibility
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
  • Parking available close by
  • Commentary

    Guide : German, Italian, French

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Some of stories can be scary for little children
    Know Before You Go
    • Please wear layers of clothing as it can get chilly
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: 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

    Options and Pricing

    Tiered Pricing depends on how many travelers book. See our Price list for information.

    Private Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $109.00
    Youth (4-12 years) $39.00
    Points of interest
    • Landakotskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Tjörnin, Tjörnin, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Ráðhús Reykjavíkur, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Fógetagarðurinn, Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Alþingisgarðurinn, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • The Settlement Exhibition, Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Hólavallakirkjugarður, Ljósvallagata, Reykjavík, Iceland
    • Austurvöllur, Pósthússtræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
    Terms and Conditions

    Liability

    By accepting these terms you agree to participate in the activities offered on tour at your own risk and that you take responsibility for your own safety.

    Your Friend in Reykjavik does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers, which can be traced to their own actions or are caused by factors outside of human control (Force majeure).

    Additional Information

    Not wheelchair accessible

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    Basic Information
    • Duration: 90 minutes
    • Trip difficulty: Easy
    • API Providers: Bokun
    • Magpie ID: ONJUMR
    • Currency: USD
    • Language: English
    • Booking Cutoff: 24 hours
    • Timezone: Etc/UTC
    • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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