The 5 Historical Tours in Scandinavia That Earn Their Price

1.Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,326 reviews · 4 hours · from $141Our pick

Travel about 35 to 40 minutes from Tromsø to a Sámi reindeer camp. Feed a herd of up to 300 reindeer, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies, eat reindeer stew or vegetarian soup, then hear Sámi stories and joik singing from guides such as Johannes, Inga, Igna, or Daniel.

“Amazing time feeding the reindeers - not rushed and able to take plenty of photographs - kids loved it. Nice food, although could have offered second portion, and plenty of hot drinks. Not too far on the coach - 35 mins or so. Meeting point instructions could be clearer - it is underground, on the side of the bus station closest to the harbour.”

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2.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,206 reviews · from $31Best value

Walk through Gamla Stan for 1.5 hours with a Swedish or English-speaking guide such as Callum, Chris, Cody, or Reece. Expect narrow lanes, old courtyards, cobbled steps, medieval stories, murders, plagues, ghosts, public executions, and plenty of dark humor. The route begins and ends in Stockholm’s Old Town, though the exact meeting point varies by booking option.

“Callum was an excellent guide! Very fun and entertaining and spooky and was much more than I expected! Would recommend to all ages!”

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3.The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,165 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk Gamla Stan after dark with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Callum, Reese, or Cody. Expect 90 minutes of murders, plagues, executions, myths, crypt stories, and medieval details, told with humor and theatrical flair. The tour covers narrow lanes and courtyards, operates in all weather, and suits adults and older children best.

“Great tour and great tour guide! Highly recommend it! Our guide was terrific and the ending was definitely a surprise.”

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4.Historic Myths & Legends Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 2 hours · from $42Top rated

Start at Oslo City Hall with an English-speaking guide such as Maria or Anastasia, then walk to Christiania Torv, Akershus Fortress, and Bankplassen. Expect Norse folklore, Viking beliefs, tales of trolls and huldra, old punishments, and audacious thefts. The route is relaxed but uneven and weather exposed, so wear warm layers and comfortable shoes.

“We had a great evening hearing all about Oslo's myths and ledgends. Our guide was very enthousiastic about her town and country, and the stories were captivating. We loved seeing Oslo in the evening, all lit up. We were lucky to have an amazing sunset - the sky was on fire!”

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5.1 Hour Photo & History Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 57 reviews · 1 hour · from $93

Step aboard Hermes II, a restored 1917 wooden cargo boat, for a one-hour cruise from central Tromsø. Your English or Norwegian-speaking hosts share the boat’s story as you view Tromsø, Polaria, the Fjellheisen cable car, and Tromsø Bridge. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, blankets, thermal suits, and a heated lounge help take the edge off the Arctic air.

“Really nice experience, beautiful views and really kind personnel”

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