Reykjavik: Icelandic Food Tour Reykjavik Icelandic Food Tour
ID: GYG156777-O-235002
Category:
Country: Iceland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
On this truly traditional Icelandic food tour, you get to try the real deal Icelandic cuisine. Lamb soup, hot dogs, fermented shark, minke whale, langoustine soup, and unique rye bread ice cream all await you.
They say that sharing a meal is the best way to get to know each other but a walking tour with 4-6 foodie stops is even better! The stops include the oldest restaurant in Reykjavik, a legendary hot dog stand, the local's favorite food market if open and one of the top restaurants in Iceland.
This tour samples many different Icelandic dishes; both traditional classics and modern favorites. Your guide knows all the best spots to get the famous Icelandic meat soup (just like mamma makes it), flatkake with smoked lamb, delicious lobster soup, and more yummy treats. You can even try some fermented shark, if you dare. You’ll learn what the Vikings ate and how Icelandic people have survived harsh winters thanks to their special cooking and preserving methods.
The tour runs everyday and you’ll walk around 2.5 kilometers, making plenty of stops along the way. With no more than 12 people on a tour, you’ll be able to ask any questions about Icelandic food and culture, plus make a few new friends. And, you certainly won’t leave feeling hungry!
Highlights
- Feel the warmth of the Icelandic lamb soup in your belly - the truly traditional winter broth of Icelanders
- Dare to try a small piece of fermented shark - you haven't been to Iceland without sampling that
- Let the Icelandic lobsters melt in your mouth when you try out the great lobster soup
- Be adventurous and try out a small piece of Minke whale steak
- Have a delicious and unique Icelandic hot dog
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Remember to wear warm clothing.
This tour meets at Ingolfstorg Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone high seat pillars (over 2 meters high).
The square is at the beginning of Austurstræti (Austurstræti 1) and is squared off by the streets Aðalstræti, Hafnarstræti, Veltusund and Vallarstræti. If you walk down Laugavegur (the main shopping street), please continue until the end. On Ingolfur Square itself, you can see Kvosin, a small grocery market, Citycenter Plaza Hotel, Hlölli (a fast food establishment) and finally a kebab house.
It is recommended to use Google Maps as the Icelandic Street names can be tricky.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
