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A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Vik i Myrdal Village
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Vík
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Iceland’s tiny Vík í Mýrdal village exists in the shadows of one of the country’s most dangerous volcanoes. On this leisurely self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through its compact village center, past modern attractions that showcase Iceland’s volcanic heritage, to the dramatic black coastline where folklore and geology collide.
Starting at the red-roofed hillside Vík í Mýrdal Church (Víkurkirkja) that doubles as an evacuation point during volcanic emergencies, you’ll head into the heart of Iceland’s southernmost village. Along the way, I’ll share both personal connections to the area and fascinating insights into how nature has shaped life here for centuries.
Highlights
From 40 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 40 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Vík i Myrdal Church
This tour starts at Vik i Myrdal Church. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Vik-Parking Black Sand Beach
A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Vik i Myrdal Village
(1) Reviews
Vík
About
Iceland’s tiny Vík í Mýrdal village exists in the shadows of one of the country’s most dangerous volcanoes. On this leisurely self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through its compact village center, past modern attractions that showcase Iceland’s volcanic heritage, to the dramatic black coastline where folklore and geology collide.
Starting at the red-roofed hillside Vík í Mýrdal Church (Víkurkirkja) that doubles as an evacuation point during volcanic emergencies, you’ll head into the heart of Iceland’s southernmost village. Along the way, I’ll share both personal connections to the area and fascinating insights into how nature has shaped life here for centuries.
Highlights
From 40 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 40 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Vík i Myrdal Church
This tour starts at Vik i Myrdal Church. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Vik-Parking Black Sand Beach
Itinerary
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Reyniskirkja Church
The lovely church of Vik is the startpoint of the tour. The church is normally not open for the public, and entrance is not included in the tour.
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Lava Show
We'll also pass by the Lava Show, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry itself is not included in this tour.
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Halldórskaffi
We'll also pass by the unique Halldorskaffi.
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Zipline Iceland
We'll also pass by the Zipline Iceland, that might give you a rush hanging under a steel wire. However, entry to the ziplines itself is not included in this tour.
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Skaftfellingur Museum
We also pass by Skaftfellingur Museum, but entrance is not included in the tour.
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Smiðjan Brugghús
The tour passes by the restaurant and brewery - a lovely part of Icelandic beer history. Entry to the restaurant is not included.
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Black Sand Beach
The tour concludes at the lovely black beach at Vik.
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Reynisdrangar
In front of you throughout the tour is the Reynisdrangar sea stack. A great view while you walk.
