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A cave with two lit candles on stone pedestals and a wooden ladder. 1
A stone staircase in a cave with wooden railings. 2
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By Caves of Hella

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £45 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
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  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Explore the oldest man-made structures in Iceland!
    • A historical tour with fun and educational commentary from a local guide.
    • Discover this hidden gem in the South of Iceland, open to travellers since 2019.
    • A must-see for history buffs and curious travellers alike.

Activity location

    • Hella
    • Hella, Rangárþing ytra, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 851 Hella, Iceland | A small reception building by the Ring Road at Aegissida 4.
    • Hella, Rangárþing ytra, Iceland

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Hella: Guided Tour of Ancient Man-Made Caves

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£45.23 x 1 Adult£45.23
Total
Price is £45.23

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour
  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Exclusions
    Transport

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Man-made caves were discovered on a farm called Ægissíða, near the town Hella on the South coast of Iceland. The Caves of Hella offer daily guided tours of five of these caves on a one hour tour led by a local Icelandic guide.

    During the tour, you will hear fascinating stories about the caves and the mysteries surrounding them, as their origins remain unknown. Believed to be Iceland´s oldest still-standing archaeological site, the caves feature wall carvings, ancient structures, and an atmosphere filled with intrigue.

    The questions yet to be answered include:
    · Are the caves the handiwork of the Celts?
    · Were the caves a place of ancient worship?
    · When were they made, and for what purpose?

    Join us to uncover the secrets hidden within the caves and experience the magical Underworld of the South.

    The caves are located by the town of Hella, right next to Route 1 (the Ring Road), approximately a one-hour drive from Reykjavík. Free parking is available in a large car park shared with the American School Bus Café. Add this unique stop to your South Coast road trip!

Location

Activity location

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    • Hella
    • Hella, Rangárþing ytra, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 851 Hella, Iceland | A small reception building by the Ring Road at Aegissida 4.
    • Hella, Rangárþing ytra, Iceland