The 6 Best Christmas Tours in Scandinavia

1.Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 173 reviews · 4 hours · from $117Our pick

Travel from Akureyri to Goðafoss, Laufás Museum, and the year-round Christmas House in about four hours. An English-speaking guide such as Jon, Inga, or Lilja shares local history, folklore, and humor. Hotel and cruise-port pickup, transport, and the Laufás admission are included. Expect a brisk schedule and limited time at some stops.

“The waterfall was absolutely stunning. We had plenty of time there to see all we wanted to and take some great pictures. The Laufás houses were super interesting as well. The Christmas house was cute and although we didn’t have any interest in shopping, there was plenty to look at. Our guide shared some great information and stories.”

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2.Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $127

This four-hour group tour from Akureyri combines Goðafoss waterfall, the Laufás turf houses, the year-round Christmas House and a short town drive. You’ll ride in a vehicle holding up to 35 people, with pickup, entrance to Laufás, an English-speaking guide, and stories about Icelandic folklore and local life. Guides have included Jon, Graham and Lilja.

“Enjoyed Godafoss Falls and the Laufas House. Christmas House was underwhelming. Overall, good value.”

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3.Christmas Walking Tour with Treats and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 52 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Meet your English-speaking guide at Torvehallerne for a three-hour Christmas walk through central Copenhagen. Hear how Viking Yuletide customs shaped modern Jul, sample æbleskiver, gingerbread, gløgg, and julebryg, then join a traditional gift game at a Lavendelstræde taphouse. Bring two small wrapped gifts worth 10 to 20 DKK each.

“The tour was perfect. Theresa did an outstanding job!! Thank you again!!”

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4.The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 3 hours · from $173

Join Your Friend In Reykjavik for a three-hour walking tour of Christmas food and traditions. Guides such as Palli, Paul, and Einar lead you to several food stops for smoked lamb, laufabrauð, gravlax, reindeer paté, festive drinks, and Icelandic stories. The tour ends at the Little Christmas Store, with dietary needs handled if arranged ahead.

“Paul did an excellent job guiding our group around the city. He was very welcoming and and even took pictures of the group with all the Christmas decor around town (his idea!). The food was delicious.. smoked salmon and smoked reindeer were my favs. If you’re looking for an activity with great value and an entertaining guide don’t hesitate, book this one today! I’m tempted to do it again 🤣”

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5.Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · 2 hours · from $74Best value

Walk central Reykjavik with Your Friend in Reykjavik and learn about Iceland’s 13 Yule Lads, Grýla, and the Christmas Cat. You’ll visit Ingólfstorg, Austurvöllur, Laugavegur, a book store, Litla Jólabúðin, and Hallgrímskirkja. English-speaking guides such as Bjornvain lead the December tour, with possible food samples and shop discounts.

“Guide sympa, lumières féeriques, jolie ville pour passer Noël.”

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6.Experience and Taste the Copenhagen Christmas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

Spend three hours exploring Danish Christmas with a local English-speaking guide such as Therese or Karoline. Sample seasonal snacks, Christmas beer, and gløgg, visit TorvehallerneKBH, pass Copenhagen Cathedral and Christiansborg Castle, then join a gift game. Bring one or two wrapped presents worth 10 to 20 DKK each.

“Great tour - fun way to learn Christmas traditions and some history. The game at the end was very fun! Would definitely recommend!”

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