About the Lofoten Islands Viking tour
Did you know the Vikings were highly active and widespread in Lofoten? In fact, Europe's longest chieftain's house is found in Lofoten! On this tour, you'll explore several sites where the Vikings left their mark, while learning about the culture and customs of the Viking Age. In true Viking spirit, the tour concludes with an (optional) dip in the Norwegian Sea, combined with an optional sauna experience
- LofotR Viking Museum: More than just a museum, it's an experiential center. Here, you'll dive into Viking history, taste the traditional viking drink mead, and might decide to test your skills in axe throwing. You can even sail on a Viking ship!
- Exploring Gimsøy: This was one of the oldest meeting places for Vikings in the north.
- Delicious lunch at local Lofoten restaurant.
- Optional: Swim and sauna in the footsteps of the Vikings! Immerse yourself in the beautiful Norwegian Sea. It might not be warm, but it's incredibly refreshing! When in the sauna, you can relax and gaze out over the landscape where the Vikings once sailed.
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Important info
- Start time: 09:00 AM
- Duration: 6,5 hours
- Meeting point: Svolvær, Lofoten
- Language: English or Norwegian
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Included
- Private transport & guide
- Entry to all museums
- Hot coffee or tea
Not included
- Lunch
- Sauna and towel
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What to bring
- Clothes suited for rainy and windy weather
- We recommend that you bring a camera/phone
Disclaimer
The weather in Lofoten is unpredictable. We will do our best to conduct the tour, but if we believe it's unsafe to proceed, we may need to reschedule it for another day.