A Journey into the Viking World
Join an open group exhibition that brings Iceland’s cultural heritage vividly to life through its centuries-old sagas. The tour begins with the story of Old Icelandic Books itself, how it all started with just one book and grew into a mission to preserve the cultural heritage of Icelanders.
Guided by a knowledgeable storyteller, visitors are introduced to the sagas as living historical sources, texts that form the foundation of the world’s understanding of Norse mythology, Viking beliefs, and the realities of life in the Viking Age.
The exhibition explores how these remarkable narratives preserve accounts of exploration, law, honour, conflict, poetry, and everyday life in medieval Iceland. Through engaging explanation and close interaction with rare historical material, guests gain insight into how the sagas were written, why they survived, and how they shaped global ideas about Vikings far beyond Scandinavia.
Designed for curious travellers, history enthusiasts, and culture lovers, this tour offers an accessible and intellectually rich introduction to the Viking world, grounded in authentic Icelandic sources.
An unforgettable journey into the roots of Viking history, mythology, and the Icelandic literary heritage that continues to influence the world today.
“We joined the open group tour on a whim and it turned out to be the best thing we did in Iceland. Accessible, engaging, and genuinely moving.”
– Lisa and Tom W., United States“Perfect for anyone curious about Viking history. The storytelling was captivating and the chance to see the actual books was incredible.”
– Yuki S., Japan