The viking tour
Learn about the pagan Gods
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Highland Base is nestled at the roots of Asgardsfjall which literally means the mountain of Asgard. According to norse mythology Asgard was the home of the gods and on this family friendly hike to the summit you will learn about the gods and the relationship of Icelanders to the old nordic religion. A religion that is still actively practiced in Iceland. The names made famous in the Marvel movies about Thor, i.e. Odin, Loki and Freyja are all quite common names in Iceland. And a quick look in the Icelandic phonebook reveals a total of four Thors who are also the sons of Odin!
The hike carries an enormous payoff in views over the center of the Icelandic highlands. You can see the ancient north to south trail of the first inhabitants of Iceland exactly as it was when riders crossed the treacherous landscape bearing tidings from region to region. Nothing has changed here in more than a thousand years. You will get a glimpse into a past preserved in the Icelandic Sagas, that continue to influence storytellers to this day. From the Lord of the Rings, to the Marvel Universe and the Game of Thrones.
- Asgard
Mountain of the Gods
Highland Base is nestled at the roots of Asgardsfjall which literally means the mountain of Asgard. According to norse mythology Asgard was the home of the gods and on this family friendly hike to the summit you will learn about the gods and the relationship of Icelanders to the old nordic religion. A religion that is still actively practiced in Iceland. The names made famous in the Marvel movies about Thor, i.e. Odin, Loki and Freyja are all quite common names in Iceland. And a quick look in the Icelandic phonebook reveals a total of four Thors who are also the sons of Odin!
The hike carries an enormous payoff in views over the center of the Icelandic highlands. You can see the ancient north to south trail of the first inhabitants of Iceland exactly as it was when riders crossed the treacherous landscape bearing tidings from region to region. Nothing has changed here in more than a thousand years. You will get a glimpse into a past preserved in the Icelandic Sagas, that continue to influence storytellers to this day. From the Lord of the Rings, to the Marvel Universe and the Game of Thrones.
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Meeting point
All Outsiders tours start from Highland Base Kerlingarfjöll.
Find your guide at the reception 15 minutes before departure. Bring your backpack, an adventurous spirit and a smile - let's head OUTSIDE for an adventure!
Duration: 2-3 hrs
Distance: 3 km
Elevation gain: 250 m
Skill & fitness level: Novice. Moderate fitness levels
Gear included: Spikes and snowshoes, if needed.
You bring: Warm clothes and socks, sturdy boots, wind- and waterproof jacket, gloves, buff and a hat plus your water bottle and hiking poles, if you have them.
Min/max: 6/16 pax
Minimum age: 5 yrs
What to bring
Warm clothes such as wool, fleece/soft-shell, hardshell and a puffy jacket are mandatory on all tours. On a good summer day it is possible to strip down to a thin shirt and stuff the rest in a small backpack, but usually only for a short while! The Icelandic weather is famously volatile and warm layers and rain gear should always be at hand.
Good and sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes are a must. On most tours we will encounter the legendary multicoloured mud of Kerlingarfjöll that tends to stick to the bottom of shoes like glue! Pair your boots with warm and soft hiking socks and you're golden.
Don't forget gloves. Yes, also in the summertime :) Plus something to cover your neck and head with. Preferably that something is made out of wool, which means it doesn't loose it's insulation qualities if wet.
Also bring sunglasses and hiking poles, if you've got them.
Last, but not least. Fill your water bottle with the pure Icelandic tap water and slip it into your backpack along with some energy bars / snacks. If the tour lasts more than 3 hrs. you should also pack a light lunch, such as a sandwich.
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