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Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe
$289.31
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
MEET THE ELVES, TROLLS & GHOSTS OF ICELAND
Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this mythical walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland
The Elves & Trolls of Iceland
We will tell you all about the Elves and Trolls of Iceland, 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.
Storytelling is a skill
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.
Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this mythical walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland
The Elves & Trolls of Iceland
We will tell you all about the Elves and Trolls of Iceland, 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.
Storytelling is a skill
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.
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Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
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Meeting point
Our meeting location is Ingolfur Square by the two big stone pillars, your guide will be waiting wearing a light blue jacket with the Your Friend in Reykjavik logo on the back.
For any questions please contact us.
Return details
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We meet up by the artwork of the two stone pillars that are supposed to signify how Reykjavik was discovered and settled by the first Viking.
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The Settlement ExhibitionOur next stop is the oldest graveyard in Reykjavik which is in front of the Settlement Museum. There we learn how to summon a Zombie or ghost to do your bidding
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The Settlement ExhibitionOur 3d stop is a secret Elf-stone or Elf home close to the Settlement museum. There we visit the Elves of Iceland and some of their stories
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Next stop is the Cathedral of Catholicism in Reykjavik where we talk a little about religion in Iceland and the influence of that on our mythical beings. The Trolls of Iceland did not like the church very much.
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Cemetery HolavallagardurThis Cemetary is beautiful and haunting so a perfect setting for tales of ghosts and the undead.
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Lake TjorninThe pond or lake of Reykjavik is beautiful to visit. There is the possibility of aquatic monsters or other mythical beings visiting.
- We pass by the Reykjavik City Hall on our way back and sometimes we peek inside if there is something interesting going on. (pass by)
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Parliament House (Althingishus)Our Final stop is in front of the Parliament building of Iceland and there we discuss the Guardian Spirits of Iceland and maybe we teach you some Icelandic Magic
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Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe
$289.31
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!