Cost: checkViking/Norse2027

Iceland: Viking Excavation (IFR)

Discover the realities of Viking Age life (and death) through an archaeology field school in northern Iceland. Set amongst the dramatic landscapes of Skagafjörður, you will take part in excavating a rare burial mound and centuries-old midden at the Viking Age site of Reynistaður, one of the region’s oldest known farms. This summer archaeology program offers practical excavation experience as well as lab-based training in zooarchaeology, tephrachronology, and environmental archaeology and is perf

CountryIceland
RegionSölvanes, Iceland
PeriodIcelandic Viking Age through to the 19th century
Dates / seasonJune 14 – July 18, 2027
StatusApplications open for summer 2027
TypeField School
Application deadlineRolling until 1 February 2027
Cost2027 fees TBA (2026 total was $7,385 incl. tuition, room & board)
Minimum age18
Academic credit8 semester (12 quarter) – anticipated
AccommodationYou’ll stay in shared rooms at a real working sheep farm! You’ll have access to shared common spaces that inlcude a living room, kitchen, and laundry. Room size will vary based on program enrollment.
Last checked2026-10-26

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