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The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Iceland
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The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Iceland
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Activity Duration (3 hours)
Moderate
Hosted in English
No refund if cancelled
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What you'll do
The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Iceland offers a one-of-a-kind and thrilling experience
Tour Highlight
Join a private half-day walking tour in Reykjavik to explore the city's top landmarks and learn about the significant role women have played in Icelandic history. With your own private guide, set off on foot to discover the city's most iconic attractions, including Hallgrimskirkja Church, Old Town, Parliament House, and more. Along the way, learn about the inspiring women who have helped shape the development of the city.
What is included?
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
Tanjong Premier Cruise
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Host since 2023
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No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Ingólfstorg
1
Ingólfstorg
Stop: 10 minutes
2
Parliament House (Althingishus)
Stop: 15 minutes
Our next stop is the Parliament building and there we have the opportunity of discussing the role of women in politics since the establishment of Alþingi (Arguably the first Parliament in the world)
3
Reykjavik City Hall
Stop: 20 minutes
Our next stop is Reykjavik City Hall, where we have the opportunity of learning about some of the original women settlers of Iceland, like Audur the Deepminded
4
Lake Tjornin
Stop: 10 minutes
The beautiful view overlooking the Reykjavik pond, the birdlife and the artwork surrounding it.
5
Lake Tjornin
Stop: 20 minutes
There is a nice area by the pond where sculptures made by Icelandic women are the center pieces. This small sculpture garden bears the name "The Pearl Necklace" and is to remember the original Icelandic sculpturists.
6
Mæðragarðurinn
Stop: 5 minutes
7
Vatnsberinn (Water Carrier)
Stop: 5 minutes
The Water Carrier sculpture is a wonderful reminder of the hardwork that women have done in the past.
8
Bríetarbrekka
Stop: 10 minutes
9
Laugavegur
Stop: 20 minutes
It's fitting that the main shopping street of Reykjavik is name Laugavegur, Pool road as the women carried laundry from old town Reykjavik to wash them in the geothermal pools at Laugardalur (hot spring valley).
10
Taste Of Iceland
Stop: 20 minutes
There is time for small sweet Icelandic tastings on our tour
11
Hallgrimskirkja
Stop: 20 minutes
The main landmark of Iceland is worth visiting, and of course the role of women in Icelandic religion.
We take advantage of the opportunity to visit the belltower, which offers spectacular views of Reykjavik. Did you know that 2 out of 3 church bells bear women's names?
12
Skolavordustigur
Stop: 20 minutes
We have several possible stops on this street, for example to look at the beautiful handcraft at Handprjónasambandið (The Handknitters Accociation of Iceland).
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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