Stavanger Old & New in partnership with The HISTORY Channel
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Port
Sandnes (Stavanger), Norway
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$159.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Discover the Viking Legacy of Stavanger with the History Channel.
In partnership with the History Channel, journey through centuries of Norwegian history in Stavanger, where Viking sagas and modern achievements intertwine.
Begin at the imposing Swords in Rock Monument, towering over 30 feet high. These three swords commemorate the Battle of Hafrsfjord in AD 872, where Viking King Harald Fairhair united Norway’s 29 kingdoms, marking the birth of a nation.
Explore the Viking House, a Virtual Reality experience that brings the Battle of Hafrsfjord to life, immersing you in the epic tales of Viking conquest.
Travel to Sola to witness the enigmatic Doomstones, an ancient stone circle shrouded in mystery for over 250 years. Continue through the countryside to an Iron Age farm, where life from 1,500 years ago is authentically recreated amidst Bronze Age burial mounds.
Step into the modern era at the Petroleum Museum, where interactive exhibits reveal Norway's offshore oil exploration.
Conclude with a stroll through Old Stavanger, admiring 18th and 19th-century wooden houses, a testament to the city's dedication to preserving its rich heritage.
Notes: Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes.