Farm Visit From Akureyri to Skagafjordur

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

Discover the heritage of the Icelandic people and the Viking ancestors on a guided tour from Akureyri. Visit a local farm, meet the animals, learn about the Viking Battle of 1238 with a VR experience.
The heritage of the Icelanders plays a big role in every family. The old Viking stories tell us about how the families got to Iceland in the 9th century and what they brought with them. Icelandic horses and the Icelandic dog have been here since the Viking days.

Visit the Old Stable, built of turf and rocks like Icelanders used to make houses for more than 1000 years. This tour is ideal for anyone who wants to find out more about Icelandic culture and daily life during different periods in history, as well as meet and learn more about the Icelandic horse.
After exploring the farm and some refreshments, drive to Sauðárkrókur and visit an exhibition and VR experience where you are able to jump back in time and take part in an Icelandic Viking battle from the year 1238.

What's Included

In-person Guide
Free Wi fi
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will start pickup 15 minutes before departure. Our vehicles and guide will be marked with the the company name : The Traveling Viking.

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Meeting point
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre

We will start pickup 15 minutes before departure. Our vehicles and guide will be marked with the the company name : The Traveling Viking.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Skagafjordur

    Tour start in Akureyri and we do drive to Lytingsstaðir horse breeding farm, Drive through really beautiful landscape and mountain view on the way.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Lytingsstadir Riding Tours

    On this 7 hour tour we drive west from Akureyri, through beautiful valleys, pass some unique jagged mountains and steep cliffs, to visit some locals on their farm. At this farm you get to see how Icelanders live on a farm today, you also get a glimpse into how life and work was on the farm throughout the centuries. A newly built turf stable like they use to be in the “good old days” is part of the farm as well. The heritage of the Icelanders plays a big role in every family. The old Viking stories tell us about how the families got to Iceland in the 9th century. Why they came here and what they brought with them. Icelandic horses & the Icelandic dog are good example of things that have been here since the Viking days. Heritage provides us with the knowledge of how things were made and used in the rural areas of the world.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    1238 The Battle of Iceland

    After plenty of time exploring the farm and some refreshments we drive to Sauðárkrókur. At Sauðárkrókur we visit an exhibition and VR experience where we are able to jump back in time and take part in an Icelandic Viking battle from the year 1238. The exhibition is an immersive experience which invites its guests to experience history in a super modern and artful interactive installation. We stop at Sauðarkrókur for 1,5 – 2 hours so you will have plenty time to look at the Viking Battle exhibition, go to a café or restaurant for some lunch or stroll around the town. (Lunch is not included in tour price).

    2 hours 40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Akureyri

    After spending the day in Skagafjörður, it's time to head back to Akureyri where there is an option to be dropped off at your accommodation.

    1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Traveling Viking

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Shore Excursions
Virtual Experiences
New Product
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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