Viking History, Runes & Countryside 9h Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Uncover the secrets of Sweden's Viking heritage, while exploring ancient places and Viking runestones, on this full day tour out of Stockholm. Travel trough the beautiful Swedish countryside to historically important places joined by a expert Viking guide.
Learn about the complexity of the Viking Age while you experience a Viking parliament, cross a Viking runestone bridge and decipher inscriptions on 1000 years old runestones.
Stroll the cozy town Sigtuna, Sweden's oldest town, and immense yourself in Viking culture at the once pagan Old Uppsala.
History enthusiasts, and Viking interested, will delight at this educational tour enriching your knowledge about the Vikings, while experiencing Sweden outside Stockholm.
• Full day Viking history tour surrounded by beautiful Swedish nature.
• Uncover Sweden's fascinating Viking past at several carefully selected places.
• See Viking gravefields, ancient runestones and a Viking parliament.
• Visit Sigtuna, Uppsala City and Old Uppsala mounds
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The drop-offs commence after the tour duration (you pay for a 8-hour tour and pick-up and drop-off).
Hotel guests will get a pick up time 1-2 days before the tour date.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. THE MINIMUM NUMBER IS 3 PERSONS. We hold the right to cancel a tour if the number is below 3 persons for all tour reservations combined.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
See Viking runestones and hear their messages. They tell us about the family who lived by the site. Learn about Estrid, a Viking woman that might have travelled to Jerusalem. Learn about Viking burial customs, Old Norse language and the excavations at the site.
Jarlabanke Runestones
See and walk upon a reconstructed Viking causeway bridge. Learn about the braggy Viking lord who built it about a thousand years ago. Get an understanding for how power was divided in the Viking society and what different social groups lives looked like.
What‘s Included
Traditional Swedish Fika possible as a add on
Professional local Viking expert tour guide
Hotel pick up and drop off from any Stockholm hotel within 3km of Stockholm Central Station
Experience 1000 years old rune stones and gravefields
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cruise port drop-off and pick-up (Not Nynäshamn harbour but in Frihamnen, Värtahamnen + Stadsgården)
Personal service
Lunch (also possible as an add on)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Public 9h viking tour
Public Shared Small Group Tour: Public shared small group tour, maximum of 18 participants. Operates on Monday, Wendesday, Friday and Sunday.
Duration: 9 hours
Pickup included
PRIVATE 9H VIKING TOUR
Private tour: Private tour guide and transportation, get a more luxurious experience just you and your guide . Minimum 2 people to book.
Duration: 8 hours
Fika: Fika is included on the fika stop on this private tour. It is included as an add on for the public tour.
Pickup included
Reviews
283 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very educational and entertaining!
sedley,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Gabriel, was knowledgeable and personable. We saw many different sights in several locations. Also loved the free time to explore during our lunch time.
Vikings
Michael P,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Olaf was awesome, knowledgeable and patient with all our questions. Tour sites were well planned out and informatve.
Great tour to explore the...
Samantha R,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour to explore the Viking history of Stockholm, long day but worth seeing the old towns. Calle was very knowledgeable and our driver Christian was very friendly Thank you for a great day!
An impressive trip into Viking history
Helen T,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Calle was a very informative and experienced, tour guide, he tailored the day to give us the best opportunity to see as much as possible with limited daylight. Calle was very knowledgeable about the history of the area. I would definitely recommend this trip for an insight into Viking history.
Absolutely wonderful day....
Wyn H,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful day. One of the best in 28 days in Scandinavia. We learned so much about the area.
Great day of Swedish history
Valerie S,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Olaf was a fabulous guide. This was a day filled with great history, beautiful views and a wonderful option for lunch. Would definitely recommend for a great day out learning about Swedish history.
A wonderful day!
Eric L,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Olof made beautiful places even greater! He was friendly, informative, experienced, and flexible. A wonderful day!
Amazing tour, 100% recommended
laurahR1804QX,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour to visit different places with Viking history, the guide had a lot of knowledge and experience and he was very friendly. 100% recommended!
Olof was an excellent...
Tiarra J,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Olof was an excellent guide. He was friendly and knowledgeable. I liked that the tour was smaller (only five of us). This was a very informative tour, and we learned a lot along with seeing many beautiful sights.
A wonderful way to see...
Julian G,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful way to see the countryside and it's rich history. Our excellent guide Olof was very friendly and knowledgeable. A big thank you.
From SEK 2,700.97
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