Short Day Viking History Tour

Short Day Viking History Tour
Excursion Highlights:
  • Dive deep into the intriguing world of Vikings, the infamous Nordic seafarers, on the Short Day Viking History Tour.
  • Visit Arkil Assembly, a well-preserved Viking parliament site, and learn about Viking decision-making and dispute settlement.
  • Walk amongst the runestones at the Broby Bro graveyard, unraveling Old Norse inscriptions and learning about Viking burials.
  • Stop by the iconic 150m Jarlabanke's Bridge and learn about Viking road and bridge construction techniques.
  • Secure your spot now on this high-quality, guaranteed-satisfaction tour, which includes transportation, water, and a snack.
Price: $186.00
Children ages 0 to 4 are free.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Active, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 3 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Water, Snack
Recommended Dress Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Depending on time of the year, dress for the weather.
Restrictions This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Short Day Viking History Tour

Both romanticized and feared, the Vikings were infamous Nordic seafarers who villaged and pillaged across Europe between the 8th and 11th centuries. During this historical tour, you will learn who the Vikings really were and how they impacted Sweden.

Visit Arkil Assembly, a well-preserved Viking parliament site to discover how the Vikings made decisions and settled disputes.

At Broby Bro you can walk amongst the graveyard's runestones and see the Old Norse inscriptions that provide a revealing look into the life of members of the Jarlabanke clan. While here, learn about Christian and pagan Viking burials. You will also hear about Estrid, the mother of many children and grandmother of Jarlabanke. Estrid became the most powerful woman in the area and was also one of the first Christians in the Stockholm region. During the tour you will also stop at the iconic 150m Jarlabanke's Bridge and find out about Viking bridge and road construction.

Reserve your spot now for this amazing look into the life and times of Sweden's Vikings.

Please Note: Your 3-hour tour includes transportation to and from Stockholm, water, and a snack. Guests must be able to walk to tour sites. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.