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The 15 Best Viking History Tours in Scandinavia

25 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Ship burials in Oslo, a rebuilt longhouse in Lofoten, rune stones outside Stockholm. These 15 are priced and clear about which are museum entries and which put you inside a reconstructed village.

Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - The coach ride from Bergen
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

1.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours moving from Bergen through Norway’s fjord country by coach, electric ferry, and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord aboard Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy, and Ivan add history and humor in English or Spanish.

“Excellent day out, Ivan was a brilliant guide, very informative. Highly recommend.”

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Reykjavik Walking Tour - Walk with a Viking - Meeting at Ingólfstorg and finding the group
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Reykjavik Walking Tour – Walk with a Viking

2.Reykjavik Walking Tour – Walk with a Viking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,018 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend about two hours walking central Reykjavík with a local guide in a group of no more than 12. See Alþingi, Lake Tjörnin, the Old Harbour, Harpa, Laugavegur, and Hallgrímskirkja while hearing about Vikings, folklore, modern Icelandic life, food, and places to return to.

“We had a great guide named Magnuss. Magnuss was very informative and brought us to a number of interesting sites and explained the history, folklore, and legends along the way. We thoroughly enjoyed and had a fun time on this tour.”

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Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride - Start with the Viking Age exhibition
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Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride

3.The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 667 reviews · 1 day · from $22

At Stockholm’s Viking Museum, you’ll explore Viking Age life through artifacts, films, scenic displays, an English guided tour, and the 11-minute Ragnfrid’s Saga ride. Use the included audio guide in your language, then stop at Eld for seasonal Nordic food and fika. Guide Isak has earned special praise for his clear, lively explanations.

“We had a lovely experience, we also want to thank a lady who worked there who approached and gave us some fun facts. Really enjoy when museums are interactive. Also enjoyed the ride at the end.”

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Oslo: Viking Planet Entry Ticket - Begin at reception and plan around the show times
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Oslo: Viking Planet Entry Ticket

4.Viking Planet Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 603 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

At The Viking Planet Oslo, you’ll spend about two hours exploring Viking history through VR, holograms, films, digital ship scans, timelines, and hands-on screens. The $30 entry ticket includes every exhibit except the FERÐ battle game. Choose the combination ticket if you want the full VR gaming experience.

“An interesting experience - holograms, VR gaming and digital screens explaining Viking history.”

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Guided tour - Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway - From Bergen through Voss and the mountain roads
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Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

5.Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Travel from Bergen through western Norway by bus, premium fjord boat, and two railways. You’ll visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruise the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, see Kjosfossen, and ride the Flåm Railway. English guiding is offered year-round, with Spanish available from July through September.

“The excursion was the best. Guides were excellent, knowledgeable and entertaining. Would highly recommend”

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Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour - Frederiksborg Palace and two hours in Hillerød
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Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour

6.Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $217Top rated

Travel from Copenhagen in a small, air-conditioned van to four major Danish sights: Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle, Frederiksborg Palace, Roskilde Cathedral, and the Viking Ship Museum. Guides such as Simon, René, and Kenneth bring history and culture to life, while included entry, hotel pickup, WiFi, and bottled water keep the long day simple.

“The guide (Simon) was excellent. The tour is a long day, our guide was able to maximize the visits due to site restrictions, which I thought was over and above.”

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Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala - Broby Bro and the story of Estrid
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Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala

7.Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 218 reviews · from $266

Spend 8 to 9 hours tracing Sweden’s Viking past with guides such as Calle, Olof, Åsa, and Gabriel. Visit Broby Bro, Jarlabanki Bridge, Arkils Tingstad, Sigtuna, Old Uppsala, and Uppsala Cathedral. Hotel pickup, transport, and an English-speaking guide are included, while lunch is on your own.

“This was a well organised and relaxed trip. Our guide Calle was really knowledgeable and easy to get on with. It was nice being on a trip with people from all over the world. I would highly recommend this trip for a full day out of the city.”

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The Viking Planet Museum Ticket - The 270-degree film and 3D presentation
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The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

8.The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 197 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

At The Viking Planet in central Oslo, you explore Viking life through holograms, 3D films, interactive screens, a digital longship, and a free selfie station. Plan on one to two hours. The experience is in English, children under six enter free, and the separate VR game costs extra.

“Good film clips about the Vikings . Fun and simple . Interactive and educational. Great for kids and all the family.”

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Bergen: Viking Ship Sailing Experience and Sightseeing Trip - Raising the square sail
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Bergen: Viking Ship Sailing Experience and Sightseeing Trip

9.Viking Ship Sailing Experience and Sightseeing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 177 reviews · from $93

Spend 90 minutes sailing from Dreggekaien aboard a traditional Viking-style wooden ship. Help hoist the square sail, steer, fish for mackerel, or relax with tea while an English-speaking guide explains Viking ships, Bergen, and coastal life. Guides such as Zachary and Charlotte add a warm, personal touch.

“Very nice experience. Guides could tell us a lot about the ship and Bergen. We also got the possibility to hoist the sails, to fish and to row. Sadly there wasn’t enough wind to push us this day, but that’s nobody’s fault, it was still fun. Thank you very much.”

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From Stockholm: Uppsala and Sigtuna Viking Sites Tour - Jarlabanke Bridge and Arkils Tingstad: runestones with a human voice
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From Stockholm: Uppsala and Sigtuna Viking Sites Tour

10.Uppsala and Sigtuna Viking Sites Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 157 reviews · 9 hours · from $235

Spend nine hours with guides such as Urban or Olof visiting Viking sites around Stockholm County, including Jarlabanke Bridge, Arkils Tingstad, Vallentuna Church, Granby, Sigtuna, Gamla Uppsala, and Uppsala Cathedral. Hotel pickup may be arranged, groups are capped at 17, and a Swedish fika is included.

“Informative guide, lot of history. Do not miss this viking tour!”

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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway - Tvindefossen adds an easy first stop
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

11.Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 155 reviews · 12 hours · from $435

Travel from Bergen by Mercedes minibus to Tvindefossen and Gudvangen’s Njardarheimr Viking Village, then cruise Nærøyfjorden and ride the Flåm Railway back to Bergen. English-speaking guides such as Geir, Thomas, Stig, and Bjarte have led recent departures. It is a long, full day with no meal included.

“A fantastic day of fun excursions. Tom was our guide/driver and he was amazing! Even though it was a long day, it was laid back, lots of fun activities and stops and just amazing views of the areas outside of Bergen. Thank you!”

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Aarhus Walking Tour: From Viking Village to Metropolis - Ancient streets, quiet corners, and city stories
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Aarhus Walking Tour: From Viking Village to Metropolis

12.Aarhus Walking Tour: From Viking Village to Metropolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 122 reviews · 3 hours · from $31

Walk central Aarhus with local guides such as Roberto, Chiarra, or Augustus, tracing the city from Viking roots to modern growth. Expect ancient streets, architecture, photo stops, local stories, and a free walk through the Latin Quarter. The tour lasts about three hours and is conducted in English.

“A wonderful tour of Aarhus with Roberto. He’s knowledgeable, engaging, and truly passionate about his city.”

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From Stockholm: Viking Culture Guided Tour with Transfer - Jarlabanki’s 150-meter causeway
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From Stockholm: Viking Culture Guided Tour with Transfer

13.Viking Culture Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · from $193

Leave central Stockholm by minivan for Broby bro’s Viking graves, Jarlabanki’s 11th-century causeway, an ancient council site, and Sigtuna. An English-speaking guide such as Gabriel, Eric, Calle, or Charlotte leads the day, with hotel or harbor pickup and time for lunch in Sweden’s oldest existing town.

“Our guide Eric was great. He was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed listening to all the information he provided.”

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Bergen Fjord Experience Aboard Viking-style Ship - Setting off from Dreggekaien
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Bergen Fjord Experience Aboard Viking-style Ship

14.Bergen Fjord Experience Aboard Viking-style Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Dreggekaien for a 90-minute harbor sail aboard a small Viking-style fishing vessel. Captain Zach and his crew explain the boat, Bergen’s waterfront, and coastal life, while you may help raise the square sail, steer, or fish if weather allows. The boat holds only 12 people, making this a personal, hands-on outing.

“A wonderful experience which is a little different. We enjoyed seeing the sail being hoisted and letting the wind take us out, hearing the water lap against the boat. Our guide was helpful and interesting.”

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Guided E-Bike Tour in Haugesund: city, vikings, Rising Tides - Starting at the cruise pier
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Guided E-Bike Tour in Haugesund: city, vikings, Rising Tides

15.Guided E-Bike Tour in Haugesund: city, vikings, Rising Tides

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 47 reviews · 2 hours · from $102

This two-hour e-bike tour links Haugesund’s town centre with Harald Fairhair’s monuments and Kvalsvik Sculpture Park. You’ll ride quality Norwegian e-bikes in a group of no more than 10, with guides such as Alfonso, Mareike, Elgan, and Vekler sharing local stories in English, German, or Norwegian. Expect easy cycling, photo stops, and changeable coastal weather.

“We had such a great time with our guides-and great bikes and amazing info and history. I did not get our guides names-we had an excellent red haired young man and a great Italian young man-between them both, we had an incredible time. I so recommend this tour as does my partner!!!”

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