Iceland · HISTORICAL TOURS
The good historical tours sell out first and the weather takes some of the rest. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you look past the photographs.
A 2.5-hour small-group walking tour in Reykjavík with local storyteller Lalli, linking landmarks to Iceland’s myths, faith, politics.
“Extremely knowledgeable and personable guide, great sense of irony and humor about the history of the country, and very proud to be an Icelander. Came away enriched and with an appreciation for Iceland.”
See Iceland's ancient man-made caves at Hella, visit four underground sites, and learn the stories with a small English tour.
“Very informative. on an active farm. Privately owned, knowledgeable staff!! Truly unique piece of Icelandic history”
Small-group Reykjavik food and beer walk with five stops, Icelandic hotdog, and local history, ending at a craft bar. 3 hours.
“Loved Lolly and experiencing traditional Icelandic foods! He told us so much history and background of Iceland, the rest of our trip wouldn’t have been the same without this! 10/10 recommend”
Self-guided walk in Ísafjörður with maritime history, quirky art, and local architecture, plus offline audio and GPS for $9.99.
“A great way to explore this lovely town. The app was very easy to use and very informative. Would highly recommend”
2.5-hour guided trip from Ísafjörður to Flateyri: tunnel and avalanche wall, village history, and calm fjord views in the Westfjords.
“very interesting visit made by a great professional guide Rachelle who gave us so much information on plants, life in Iceland and around the Fjords and her village so small but so interesting. thank you Rachelle and merci Clément for such a smooth drive.”
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