Private Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour

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Highlights

  • Enchanting journey through Reykjavik's festive flavors.

  • Immersive experience into Icelandic Christmas traditions.

  • Guided tour of Reykjavik's culinary delights.

Summary

The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour with Your Friend in Reykjavik is an enchanting journey through Iceland's capital's festive flavors and culinary delights during the holiday season. 

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
12
Pricing (From)
Food Lover: (13-99 years)
$359.00
Young Food Lover: (5-12 years)
$79.00
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour with Your Friend in Reykjavik is an enchanting journey through Iceland's capital's festive flavors and culinary delights during the holiday season. This tour offers an immersive experience into the heart of Reykjavik's Christmas traditions under the direction of local guides who are passionate about their food culture.

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.

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What’s included?

  • Festive food tasting

  • Fun-loving expert local guide

  • Guided tour through Reykjavik city

  • Tips (Not required in Iceland)

Things to 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

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

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 & team Your Friend In Reykjavik
    Your Friend In Reykjavik
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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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