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Reykjavik: Private Christmas Walking Tour
Discover the 13 Santas of Iceland, their mother, the Troll Grýla, and the Cat on a Christmas walking tour of Reykjavik. Enjoy a hot cocoa and a pastry as you explore the festive streets of the city.
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Highlights
- Discover the 13 Santas of Iceland, their mother, the Troll Grýla, and the Cat
- Explore the Christmas lit and festive streets of Reykjavik on a walking tour
- Admire the Ice skating rink, holiday decorations, and Christmas market stalls
- See the famous Oslo Christmas Tree at Austurvollur and the Hallgrímskirkja
- Enjoy a hot cocoa and a pastry as you learn about Icelandic Christmas traditions
Description
Join Your Friend in Reykjavik for a walking tour through the Christmas lit and festive streets of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. Together, explore the Icelandic Christmas traditions and discover the 13 Santas of Iceland, their mother, the Troll Grýla that eats naughty children, and finally, the ferocious Christmas Cat. Bring Icelandic Christmas traditions to life with exciting stories and Icelandic folklore. Also, come to know the delicious food and drinks that Iceland considers Christmassy and maybe sample some on the walk. Meet at Fógetagarðurinn for this Christmas Walking Tour through downtown Reykjavik. First, admire the Ice skating rink, holiday decorations, and Christmas market stalls at Ingólfur Square. Then, move on to take a look at the famous Oslo Christmas Tree at Austurvollur. While walking, try to find some of the unique Icelandic Yulelads or Santa Clauses hiding around the Reykjavik city center. Make a short visit to a book store to see unique Icelandic Christmas books and discover the love Icelanders have for books, especially during Christmas time. Then, head to the main shopping street of Reykjavik called Laugavegur, and check out the one and only little Christmas store. Finally, walk up the beautiful Skólavörðustígur towards the majestic Hallgrímskirkja church, where the tour ends, taking a peek at select stores along the way for Christmas related things. As a bonus to the Christmas Walking Tour, get discounts at a couple of Christmas stores, stalls, and even restaurants to make it even more worthwhile to join.Includes
Guided walking tour of Reykjavik's Christmas lights and markets Stories and folklore about Icelandic Christmas traditions Visit to a bookstore and a Christmas store Discounts at select Christmas stores, stalls, and restaurants Hot cocoa and a pastryImportant Information
- This tour is only available in December. Please dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes. The tour is family-friendly. Be prepared for cold weather conditions.
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