Stamsund – the essence of Lofoten - Svolvær – at the heart of Lofoten
Meet the Vikings (Summer)
Excursion
Price from 308 AUD
Difficulty level
Level 1: Easy - suitable for most people
Booking code
HR-STU4F
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Notes
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Enjoy Lofoten’s beautiful scenery during the guided bus tour from Stamsund to Svolvær
Visit a reconstruction of the largest longhouse every found from the Viking Age
Take part in an authentic Viking ritual in which we toast to the Old Norse gods
Enjoy a traditional Viking meal with mead, the drink of the gods
Take part in a historical journey from Stamsund to Borg, where the Lofotr Viking Museum is located. Along the way, the guide will talk about what life was like for the Vikings who lived here.
The smell of tar and bonfire greet you as you step over the threshold. Flickering light from oil lamps illuminates the beautiful craftsmanship, ornamentation and architecture of the chieftain’s home. The chieftain and his wife invite us to an authentic Viking meal. Watch while the Vikings offer up a sacrifice to the Old Norse gods and pray for good health, prosperity and safe sailing when the chieftain sets off into the world with his merchandise. You’ll get a genuine glimpse into the Viking Age, with traditional food, costumes, song and dance.
After enjoying a traditional Viking meal, which is served with mead – the drink of the gods – you’ll be able to look around the longhouse. We’ll then take the bus to Svolvær and learn more about the history of Lofoten along the way.
Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.