Private Viking Tour in Southeast Iceland with a Photo Package from Skaftafell

Step into the world of Viking legends and journey through man-made caves and turf houses on this private Viking tour in Southeast Iceland. This tour is ideal for travelers interested in learning about the island’s pre-Viking and Viking eras. 

This 12-hour Viking tour blends archaeology, mythology, and legend, guided by a Viking Age scholar while a dedicated photographer captures each stop. With historical turf houses and windswept coastlines in the mix, your photo album will look like something out of a saga.

On this private Viking tour, you’ll enjoy a more personal experience, shorter wait times, better photo opportunities, and more one-on-one time with your guide.

Your day begins with pickup anywhere within the Southern Region. If you're staying outside this area, you can meet your guide directly in Skaftafell. From there, you will make your way to the first stop: Rutshellir, Iceland’s largest man-made cave.

Carved centuries ago, this cave may have even housed Irish monks before the Norse arrived. Legend has it that a man named Rútur lived here and took revenge on slaves who tried to kill him. Inside, you'll see a cross etched into the ceiling and hear tales that bring this eerie space to life.

Next, explore the Skogar Folk Museum, home to Iceland’s famous turf houses. These thick-walled homes were used from the Viking Age up until the 20th century and show how early settlers survived Iceland’s brutal winters.

Inside, you’ll find Viking-era artifacts, tools, and manuscripts that helped preserve Norse mythology through the ages. Your guide will walk you through the craftsmanship, everyday routines, and sagas that defined Viking life.

Your Viking tour continues to the hidden Kvernufoss Waterfall, just a short 10 to 15-minute walk away. With lush scenery and cinematic charm, the area feels like a Viking movie set. Legend associates this region with Þrasi Þórólfsson, a Viking said to have buried his treasure behind the nearby Skogafoss Waterfall.

Midway through your journey, you’ll enjoy a  Viking-inspired lunch made from Icelandic ingredients like lamb and local vegetables, served inside a cave for a truly themed experience. As you savor your meal, your guide will share fascinating insights into traditional Viking food and dining customs.

Your final stop is the Viking Village at Stokksnes, built as a movie set and nestled beneath the jagged peaks of Vestrahorn Mountain. Walk among reconstructed longhouses and workshops designed to reflect life in a real Viking settlement. 

With the mountain as your backdrop and the sea in the distance, this is a perfect place to end your day. You’ll end the tour with photos, stories, and memories of a truly legendary adventure.

As the tour wraps up, your driver will take you back to Skaftafell or your accommodation in the Southern Region. Each guest receives 10 professionally edited photos, delivered digitally within 14 days.

Uncover Iceland’s Viking past with a private guide and breathtaking backdrops with this private Viking tour from Skaftafell. Check availability now by choosing a date.