Explore Viking history on a semi-private tour to Sigtuna and Lake Vallentuna. Discover ancient sites, enjoy scenic views, and immerse in Viking culture.
Explore Viking history on a semi-private tour to Sigtuna and Lake Vallentuna. Discover ancient sites, enjoy scenic views, and immerse in Viking culture.
- Jarlabanke Runestones - This ancient Viking site, known as Jarlabanki’s causeway bridge, was constructed a millennium ago by a Viking chieftain named Jarlabanki. Discover the reasons behind its construction and what the runestones reveal about this confident Viking and his influential family. Gain insights into Viking roads, causeway bridge…
- Jarlabanke Runestones - This ancient Viking site, known as Jarlabanki’s causeway bridge, was constructed a millennium ago by a Viking chieftain named Jarlabanki. Discover the reasons behind its construction and what the runestones reveal about this confident Viking and his influential family. Gain insights into Viking roads, causeway bridge construction, and how these essential communication routes contributed to the formation of the Swedish kingdom.
Visitors spend around 20 minutes at the site, with a travel time of approximately 30 minutes to reach the tour stop.
- Arkils Tingstad - Explore an ancient Viking assembly site known as Arkils Tingstad, one of the world’s best-preserved Viking assemblies. These meetings were held outdoors, and the stone structure remains intact from the Viking era. Learn about Viking social culture, their laws, and enjoy the view of the nearby lake.
The travel time to this stop is about 10 minutes, and visitors spend approximately 20 minutes at the location.
- Sigtuna - Enjoy a guided sightseeing drive and visit to Sweden’s oldest town. Guests can choose to explore independently or join a guided tour. Sigtuna, over a thousand years old, retains its original Viking-age street layout. Numerous excavations have occurred, and the museum showcases the best discoveries. Strolling along the main street (Stora gatan), visitors can admire 18th-century wooden houses and explore small independent shops offering everything from designer clothing to handmade local chocolates and candies.
The journey to Sigtuna from Granby takes about 40 minutes, and the visit lasts approximately 80 minutes, combining a guided walking tour with free time. Guests are welcome to explore independently for the entire duration if they wish.
- Stockholm - The return trip to Stockholm takes between 45 to 70 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if you are staying within our general pick up area in Central Stockholm)
- Professional driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if you are staying within our general pick up area in Central Stockholm)
- Professional driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks.
Embark on an engaging day tour exploring Sweden’s Viking history with this semi-private experience, accommodating up to 10 guests. The tour includes convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a journey through the picturesque countryside as a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating Viking history. Visit a Viking Causeway bridge and hear the tale of the Viking…
Embark on an engaging day tour exploring Sweden’s Viking history with this semi-private experience, accommodating up to 10 guests. The tour includes convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a journey through the picturesque countryside as a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating Viking history. Visit a Viking Causeway bridge and hear the tale of the Viking lord Jarlabanke. Next, explore one of the best-preserved Viking assemblies and discover insights into Viking social culture. Enjoy a stunning view of Lake Vallentuna by the Viking parliament, perfect for photos. The tour continues to Granby Viking farm, an archaeological site featuring remnants of Viking-age house foundations. Enjoy a coffee break at the farm before proceeding to Sigtuna, Sweden’s oldest town. Here, participate in a guided walking tour for about an hour, with an additional 30-45 minutes to explore the town independently before returning to Stockholm. Guests will be dropped off at their hotel or another preferred location in the city center.
- Not recommended for children under 8.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.