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Private Viking tour by a lake + Swedish nature forest walk, 90min

2 Reviews 3.50 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Stockholm, Sweden
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Tour at Arkils Assembly place.
guide at arkils assembly place
parts of the two runstones.
part of the stone square where the assembly where held in the Viking age.
winter view towards the water at the site
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Experience and touch real 1000 years old iconic viking runestones, learn viking runes and enjoy the Swedish nature at one of the viking age coolest places, the viking parlament Arkils Tingstad and a nearby site of Jarlabanke bridge.
Here, in a patch surrounded by the beautiful Swedish nature by the lakeside, you'll together with your guide explore Viking age customs and social life in Scandinavia with an expert authorized viking tour guide.
On the way from our meeting point we'll walk thru the beautiful Swedish forest by foot on forest path's going over a smaller mountain (pavement walking thru suburbs also possible) where the guide talks about Swedish life, allemansrätten and nature.
Than at the site itself, next to a beautiful lakeside, you'll learn about the viking age life and living, how to write runes and enjoy a beautiful day surrounded by history and nature situated only a hour away by reliable public transport from Stockholm.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Local guide
  • No transportation. Meetup: the bus station Lovisedal in Vallentuna (bus 610, start Dandryds sjukhus)
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186 51 Vallentuna
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Lovisedal

Swedish forest walk. Take a walk and experience the Swedish forest by foot using paths in the forest from our meeting location. Our meeting place are at the bus stop Lovisedal by bus 610 from Danderyds hospital who connect to the Red Stockholm Subway/Metro Line towards Mörby centrum (Subway stop Danderyds sjukhus) only 10min from Stockholm central. From there we'll go, if able-bodied guests, not on the pavement but thrue the beautiful, mystical Swedish forest over a smaller mountain approximately 15min until we get to the site. During the walk we'll make short stops and the guide talks about Swedish customs, allemansrätten and nature.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arkils tingstad

Travel back in time and se the iconic viking runestones, learn viking runes and enjoy the Swedish nature at one of the viking age coolest places, the assembly at Arkils Tingstad. Here, in a patch surrounded by the beautiful Swedish nature by the lakeside, you'll together with your guide explore Viking age customs and social life in Scandinavia with an expert authorized viking guide. You'll learn not only about the time but also how to read and write viking age runes. On this tour we tell you about the Viking age in general, the viking lord Ulv whom the two runestones mentions, about the well organized viking age and the place itself: a meeting place to control the population. You'll also learn how viking age divorce worked, by showing your breast or wearing pants, and some other Viking laws.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vallentunasjön

At the side of the beautiful lake Vallentuna less than one minute from arkils tingstad well relax and take about viking and the waterway's, ships and reputation. We also touch upon the Viking religion and their ships at the Vallentuna lakeside, and more.Take your chance today to visit to a Viking assembly site. A place where Vikings took decisions and held trials. Learn about the Viking culture of Scandinavia.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lovisedal

Back to the bus stop where you go back to Stockholm by bus 610, either if we walk thue the forest or by the pavement.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Viking tour by a lake + Swedish nature forest walk, 90min?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Viking tour by a lake + Swedish nature forest walk, 90min?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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 (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Professional guide.
  • Private tour.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • no transportation. Meetup: the bus station Lovisedal in Vallentuna (bus 610, start Dandryds sjukhus).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Viking tour by a lake + Swedish nature forest walk, 90min is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Viking tour by a lake + Swedish nature forest walk, 90min 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 2024
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Once 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 2026

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  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Local guide
  • No transportation. Meetup: the bus station Lovisedal in Vallentuna (bus 610, start Dandryds sjukhus)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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