Reykjavik Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Overview
Titled as the northernmost capital of a sovereign state in the world, its first parliament was founded by Ingolfr Arnarson. This city will welcome you with a rich history with roots as old as 870 AD. Reykjavik combines nature & modern civilization perfectly, with snow-capped mountains on one side, and colourful buildings on the other. Iceland’s capital will leave an impression and warm up your heart, as you learn with us all the details about the city and how icelandic culture is so unique in Europe.
You will learn about:
First permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen
Inspiration for the name “Reykjavík”
Farmland until the 18th century
Rise of the Innréttingar Corporation and the industrial age
The Danish Crown and exclusive trading charter
19th century expansion of commerce
Icelandic independence movement
End of first World War and arrival of icelandic sovereignty
World War II and allied occupation
Post-war development
What's Included
- Private guided Tour
- Local Guide who will be with your group only
- Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Meeting Location
Hallgrímstorg 1
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Private guided Tour.
- Local Guide who will be with your group only.
- Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot.
- Gratuities.
- Entrance fees.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Reykjavik Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Reykjavik Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private guided Tour
- Local Guide who will be with your group only
- Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
