Unveil the mystery of the Swedish Viking Age on a 5-hour guided tour from Stockholm. Explore rune stones, ancient sites, and learn about Viking history and mythology.
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Stockholm - Stockholm to stop one. Depart from the your centrally located Stockholm hotel in a comfortable car or minivan depending on the size of the group. Travel north into the picturesque Swedish countryside. Feel how you start to move back in time as you sweep through the lovely landscape. Ca 30min to stop one.
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Såstaholms allé - Visit Broby Bro, a well excavated Viking grave field. Learn about how the Vikings buried their dead and what happened to them in the afterlife. Hear the story about Estrid, a aristocratic Viking woman in the Stockholm region.
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Jarlabanke Runestones - Next up is Jarlabankes rune stone bridge in Täby. Hear the intriguing tale about Jarlabanke, the great Viking lord who was a super-magnate. Learn about the Viking bridges and roads that tied Sweden and laid the foundation to our nation.
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Arkils tingstad - Next, visit a Viking parliament and feel the presence of ancient power, imagine the Viking men sitting in the parliament making mighty decisions.
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Sigtuna - Last but not least, head to Sigtuna. This is Sweden’s oldest city, founded in 970 AD by King Erik Segersäll of the Svea Kingdom. Learn about its role in our history as we walk the Viking age-originated main street with its prettty 18th century houses.
Transport back to Stockholm is included. -
Sigtuna - lunch stop, lunch at your own expense.
- Driver and vehicle included
- All taxes and surcharges covered
- Expert live guide
- Intimate small group tour
- Dedicated personal service
- Convenient cruise harbour pick up (available at Frihamnen, Värtahamnen & Stadsgården)
- Hotel pick up & drop off included (for hotels within 4 km of Stockholm central station)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Discover the secrets of the Viking era in Sweden. Accompanied by our knowledgeable guides, visit Viking Age rune stones and ancient landmarks to acquaint yourself with the history of the Swedish Vikings. Showcasing Sweden’s fascinating Viking history, this 5-hour guided tour departs from the picturesque city Stockholm to guide you through the riveting Viking sites of cultural and archaeological significance. Admire stunning rune stones and learn about the stories they harbour. Familiarize yourself with the tales of Viking mythology, battles and sagas, along with gaining insights into their lifestyle and the legacy they have left behind. The tour also takes you to Sigtuna, Sweden’s leading town. The tour includes transportation, to and from Stockholm.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult, advise with us before the tour if a child needs a booster seat or child seat.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Hotel pick up time will be advised 1-2 days before the tour.
- Cruise pick up times will be advised within 24 hours from booking.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. The minimum number is 3 persons. We hold the right to cancel a tour if the number is below 3 persons for all tour reservations combined.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
