Viking History Tour: Exploring Sigtuna & Uppsala's Rich Past
4.4
140 Ratings
Taby
Uncover Sweden's Viking and medieval past on a captivating full-day tour from Stockholm. Explore Sigtuna, Gamla Uppsala, and Uppsala, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Vikings. Perfect for history enthusiasts!
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Taby - TÄBY CHURCH (drive-by)

Täby kyrka, also known as Täby Church, is a historic landmark in the municipality of Täby, Stockholm County, Sweden. Dating back to the 13th century, this church exhibits a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles. Located centrally in Täby, it serves as a place of worship, hosts significant events like weddings and baptisms, and contributes to the cultural heritage of the community.

What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within our general pick up area in Central Stockholm)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Uncover the deep Viking and medieval history of Sweden on this captivating full-day journey from Stockholm! Venture north from the capital across Sweden’s idyllic rural landscapes. Witness elaborately engraved runic stones and other artifacts speaking volumes about the breadth and intricacy of the Viking civilization. Make a stop at Sweden’s oldest city, Sigtuna, behold the ethereal religious locations in Gamla Uppsala (Old Uppsala), and take some time to delve into the historical city of Uppsala on your own. Throughout your journey, your guide will liven up history with insightful commentary. It’s an excellent day trip for those passionate about history!

  • Not recommended for children under 8 years old.
Location
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Shelley_r
Jun 23, 2024
Viking history day tour - Our small group trip from Stockholm was led by our driver/ tour manager Urban, who provided a very informative and interesting commentary on the various Viking and other sites we visited during the day, particular highlights of which were the small picturesque historic town of Sigtuna and old Uppsala. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and feel we learnt a lot about the Viking Age in Scandinavia and would highly recommend this trip to others.
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Lisa_w
Jun 22, 2024
Don’t miss this tour! - Excellent tour! Ver knowledgeable and well run. Just the right amount of time in each town, area or Rune site. We really liked the organization of the tour. Van was comfy. We stopped for a coffee and rhubarb tart at an old and very nice and big dairy farm. Very nice company too! Loved Sigtuna and Uppsala.
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Cynthia_d
Jun 15, 2024
Great day trip for those interested in runes and in history - This was a great day trip out of Stockholm, getting to view the Swedish countryside, Viking runes in various places, a number of churches, the town of Sigtuna and the city of Uppsala. Angus was a terrific guide--very knowledgeable and witty. He was also sensitive to the needs of those on our tour (13), including dietary needs when we lunched and ample restroom breaks.
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Mariansq9838fn
Jun 11, 2024
Fun day, very good guide - We had a fun day on the Viking tour. The guide was very knowledgeable so we learned a lot of new things but she also kept it light and fun. When the only kid in the group asked for more stories about gnomes and trolls, she happily obliged with stories that were fun for everyone on the bus. I definitely recommend this tour.
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Gabrielle_d
Jun 5, 2024
Fun and informative! - The day was a bit long but guide was very accommodating about bathroom breaks, and other breaks for food and what not. Guide was very knowledgeable about Viking and Swedish history as well as history in general.
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Aditya_b
May 25, 2024
Knowledgeable guide. - Urban was a very good guide, he was knowledgeable and friendly and did a very fine job of explaining the history, in details. Highly recommended!
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Vickie_s
May 18, 2024
Viking experience - Our guide Urban was very knowledgeable . It was a wonderful experience seeing the ruins and old cathedrals. Highly recommended.
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Karen_d
Jun 18, 2024
A full day trip giving a... - A full day trip giving a great overview of Swedish Viking history with multiple stops over 9 hours. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. My only comment was they take up to 16 passengers and the van can really only accommodate 15 comfortably. We were the last pick up and were very cramped in the last row with another couple. Overall though a very nice day.
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Judith_g
Jun 8, 2024
Runestones and churches - I think this tour comes down to your guide. The destinations are good but our guide spent far too much time talking at each site. If you like runestones and churches they are definitely covered on this tour.
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Micah_a
May 24, 2024
Long and redundant tour - This tour is all about looking at 17 rocks, and 13 churches. You really don't get much "vicking" experience. The whole group was annoyed after about the 4th rock and we could barely understand the tour guide. I didn't even wear my headset because I could not understand him. Furthermore, the tour is 9 hours long and the van did not have charge ports to charge our phones. This is how we take pictures. I would not recommend this tour, for the price.
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