Private Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Enchanting journey through Reykjavik's festive flavors.
- Immersive experience into Icelandic Christmas traditions.
- Guided tour of Reykjavik's culinary delights.
Full description
As you stroll through the charming streets adorned with twinkling lights, your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to various traditional Icelandic Christmas dishes and seasonal treats. Each stop unveils a new facet of Icelandic cuisine, from the Glazed Ham to pickled herring, the famed smoked lamb to gravlax, and the sweet buttery laufabrauð (leaf bread), to name a few of the Christmas samples you will be enjoying.
Amidst the bustling holiday atmosphere, you'll visit local markets and eateries frequented by both locals and visitors, providing an authentic glimpse into how Icelanders celebrate this special time of year through food. Along the way, engage in conversations about the history, stories, and cultural significance behind each dish, fostering a deeper appreciation for the culinary heritage of Iceland.
This tour isn't just about tasting delicious food—it's a celebration of community, tradition, and the joyous spirit of Christmas in Reykjavik. So, bundle up, immerse yourself in the festive ambiance, and savor the flavors that make Icelandic holiday cuisine so unique and memorable.
Included / Excluded
- Festive food tasting
- Fun-loving expert local guide
- Guided tour through Reykjavik city
- Tips (Not required in Iceland)
Meeting point
Start Location
Center Hotels Plaza, Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is guided in English, if you wish a different language, please inform us!
- We can meet different dietary restrictions, please let us know beforehand!
- This tour is suited for the whole family
Know before you go
- Be hungry!
- Please wear weather-appropriate clothing
- We meet at Ingolfur Square, please be there 10 minutes in advance
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
Reviews
My wife, adult daughter and I booked this tour with “Your Friend in Reykjavik” through Viator the during the afternoon we arrived in Iceland. Our tour guide, Cristin, was excellent. She met the group at the designated meeting location ahead of schedule. She was very friendly and informative about everything Reykjavik. Iceland is a fascinating place with so much history, and she did a great job of bringing it to life. We would definitely recommend this tour and guide to anyone new to the city.
Ester E was our guide today on our Iceland Women walking tour and the group LOVED her and the tour. We enjoyed hanging out for conversation after the walking portion as well. I would highly recommend doing a tour with Ester E!
The local food tour was amazing. We had a goupt of 9 of us and a few others along. Our guide Palli was very informative, helpful, attentive, and so much fun to have lead us through Reykjavik. A great was to kick off our vacation. The food stops were all great. Lots of fish and lamb and stews and sweets.
