Why choose this tour ?
Visit the Elves and trolls of Iceland on this entertaining walk through the oldest part of Reykjavik. If you want to experience an exciting and different side of Iceland join us and visit an elfstone in the Reykjavik city center and walk through two of the oldest cemeteries in Reykjavik for a truly haunted walk. We will tell you about famous Ghosts like the Deacon of Dark River, the unique Icelandic monsters, the 13 Santas or the Icelandic Yulelads / Jólasveinar, and their mother the child eating troll called Grýla . You will also get an introduction into Icelandic magic (how to wake the undead). In the long winter nights in Iceland, storytelling has been our the primary entertainment and around 1 in 10 Icelanders writes a book in his lifetime so it's obvious... we love to tell stories and you sure won't be disappointed by joining our walk and hearing a couple.
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What makes Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland a unique experience ?
Meet and greet and start our journey with the Mythical Creatures of Iceland.
Our first stop is the oldest graveyard in Iceland which dates back from around 900.
Here we visit some Elves
The Trolls of Iceland really don't like the Church
At the 2nd oldest cemetery in Reykjavik, we visit the most famous ghost of Iceland. The Deacon of Dark River.
By the Reykjavik lake we hear stories about Icelandic monsters
We walk by the Reykjavik City Hall and sometimes we even visit the great map of Iceland discussing locations of Trolls and other creatures.
Here we visit the Icelandic Guardian spirits
Our final destination of the Icelandic Mythical Walk.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please be at Ingolfur Square 5 minutes before the starting time
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- Reykjavik Folklore Tour
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Your 90 minute introduction to Icelandic myths and folklore - Elves, Trolls, Ghosts and magic to haunt your stay in Iceland
Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Professional guide
- Live entertainment
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Your Friend In Reykjavik.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Atlantic/Reykjavik.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 588 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
