Embark on a full-day Viking tour and explore the historic trail of runriket, visit medieval churches, experience a traditional Swedish fika, and discover the former capital of Sweden and the spiritual center of the Vikings. Join guide Urban for an immersive journey through Viking history.
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Jarlabanke Runestones - See two famous runestones, I will explain the runic script. The message on the stone and about the life in Viking time.
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Arkils tingstad - Arkils Tingstad: It’s an old assembly were the vikings gather together and had meetings and a court, located on by a scenic lake.
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Vallentuna - Vallentuna church: An old parish church from the late 12th century. I will explain of the transformation from pagan time into Christianity, then give the visitors a brief history of church of Sweden’s history
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Vallentuna - We will Granby farm and have “fika”, a traditional swedish coffee break with pastry. There we also will have a look on ruins of an old viking settlement.
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Sigtuna - Sigtuna was the first capital of Sweden and it´s conserved. There I will give the guests some free time, after I give them an introduction to the town and its history. Together we will visit the ruins of S:t Olof church.
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The Church of Old Uppsala - Here we will have a look on the burial mounds of Old Uppsala and the old church. This was spiritual centre for the Vikings and the first Christians. The old kings were buried here in their individual mounds.
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Uppsala Domkyrka - Uppsala cathedral is the main one for Church of Sweden and the seat for our archbishop. I will give you a guided tour in the church as well as a brief city tour.
- Swedish ‘Fika’ coffee break at Granby farm
- No entrance fees at attractions
- Lunch
Experience the finest of ‘runriket’, a renowned Viking trail, visit authentic medieval churches, a vintage farm resting on the foundations of a historic Viking settlement. Participate in a traditional Swedish ‘fika’, explore Sigtuna, the former capital of Sweden, discover Old Uppsala, the spiritual hub of the Vikings, witness the grandeur of Uppsala Cathedral, and acquire a wealth of knowledge from your guide, Urban.
- The tour is for traveler with an historical interest.
- The travelers should be able to stand up and do short walks.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.