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2 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the captivating world of scent at the Ilmur & Sjór perfume blending workshop.
Guided by Nicholas Brittain Shaber, a composer and scent alchemist, this hands-on experience invites you to craft your own bespoke parfum using rare Icelandic botanicals.
Learn the intricate art of blending while discovering how the scents of mossy highlands, smoky birch, and mineral-rich earth come together.
You’ll leave with a custom 10ml bottle of your creation and a travel-sized signature fragrance, embodying the elemental essence of Iceland.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Your Journey to Becoming an Alchemist Includes: - Hands-on guidance in the art of natural perfume blending. - Access to a selection of rare Icelandic ingredients and essential oils. - From Lava Fields to Flowers: The Scents of Iceland. - Scent education: Learn how top, heart, and base Icelandic notes interact. - Your own custom 10ml bottle of perfume, crafted during the workshop. - A travel-sized perfume (10ml) from Ilmur & Sjór’s signature collection.
All ingredients are provided
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
hannahwM4666YF,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It's one of the best experiences in Iceland! Must do if you're here. The fragrances are very unique, you will inly find them in Iceland.
Candice E,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
Nicholas, was very informative about the process in making a perfume. Guided us in making a scent that was just for our group. Very enjoyable learning about how scents work with each other. I would recommend doing this activity.
Operated by The Art of Natural Icelandic Perfumery: Ilmur & Sjór Fragrance-Creation Workshop