Private Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour

Hallarmúli, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland

On this walk, you hear about the hidden people and creatures of Iceland = Elves, Trolls, Ghosts, the unique Icelandic monsters, the 13 Santa's and finally the only known serial killer of Iceland in a land where it's easy to get lost in the lava fields...

Cancellation policy

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Duration 1h 30m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, Spanish, German, French

Group size

1–50 travelers

Full description

Your Private Icelandic Folklore Walk - where you choose the starting time for our walk
Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland

We will tell you all about the Icelandic Elves, Trolls, 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...
You will also get an introduction into Icelandic magic and the runes of old

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. 1 in 10 Icelanders writes a book in his life so we obviously love to tell stories and you sure won't be disappointed by joining our walk and hearing a couple.


J.R.R. Tolkien
was heavily influenced by Norse mythology and the Icelandic Sagas when he wrote The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit
so we will explain some of the fun similarities between our Icelandic Mythology and J.R.R.S Middle Earth.

It's perfect for those who want a little adventure in their life because the story's come alive on our walk. 
For families, please keep in mind that some of the stories can be scary to little children so it's also possible to contact us regarding
a private walk where we can dial the scariness down a notch ;).   [email protected]

Itinerary

We walk through parts of the Reykjavik city center that few travelers explore and experience stories about the folklore of Iceland

What’s included

Included

  • Expert guidance, fun and maybe some goosebumps

Not included

  • Tips are not necessary but welcome

Important information

Meeting point

Hallarmúli, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland

Don’t forget

Some of the stories can be scary for little children Just dress according to the weather, but please wear layers ;)

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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